10-29-2010 Town Times by Town Times Newspaper

Volume 17, Issue 29

Serving Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall

Friday, October 29, 2010

Pumpkins aplenty - just in time for Halloween The Abely family’s annual Pumpkin Carving Party was held at their house in Durham on Saturday, Oct. 23. There were a few kindergartners from John Lyman School in attendance this year with their families: Andrew Abely, Sammie Dugan, Drue Fleck, Alexandra Harris, Noah Ram, Elena Tellez and Tyler Warner. Madison Miller and Dylan Abely, who attend the Middlefield Children’s Center, also had a blast, as well as friends and family, Mia Abely, Ellie Abely and Scarlett Rose Doyle. The kids either painted or carved pumpkins or made candy necklaces. Here the kids pose in front of the finished product. Photos submitted by Stacey Abely

Water concerns highlighted at Durham selectmen’s meeting By Stephanie Wilcox Town Times

the homeowner’s responsibility to make sure their drinking water is clean.

Residents from the Durham Heights and Gas Light Village neighborhoods in Durham, along with an NBC cameraman, showed up at the Board of Selectman meeting on Oct. 25 to discuss some residents’ concerns with water quality. The hour-long dialogue between the selectmen, town planner Geoff Colegrove, town sanitarian Bill Milardo and the residents ultimately boiled down to whether or not it is

Resident Donia Viola does not believe it should be. Viola, who requested the topic be on the agenda, noted that a Middletown Press article in August brought to her attention that 25 years ago bacteria was prevalent in Durham’s Gas Light Village, Viola’s neighborhood, which is adjacent to Durham Heights, and it was being monitored. It occurred to Viola and her husband that “no one ever followed through and monitored our wells.” The Viola’s went ahead and got their wells tested for “our own piece of mind.” The results found coliform, though not fecal coliform. They chlorinated the water, and it is now clean, but “the bottom line is, when there is

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a problem, we all have the right to know,” she said. “I don’t want to sound bitter, but I am angry.” According to Milardo, a study was done in 1985 in response to cloudiness found in some wells after a detention pond in the Royal Oak subdivision (which spans Durham and Middletown) was created. The results noted bacteria in some, which put up a red flag. Recommendations were made at the time, and residents were informed that it is their responsibility to make sure their drinking water is clean. He said no other property owners drilled new wells then or since. Milardo noted that in the early ‘90s, the town received a grant for approximately $50,000 to look at alternate water sources at White’s

Farm and to drill three wells in Durham Heights to see if a more modern-constructed well would yield potable water. Of the three wells drilled at private homes, two had potable water, one had bacteria/minerals, and the owner chose to continue using the older well. It was argued by First Selectman Laura Francis, Milardo, Colegrove and a nearby resident that it is up to individuals to upgrade their systems, but Viola disagreed. She stated that it is a disservice that only three wells were tested. She mentioned that residents in Durham Heights have been provided water through the CT Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) program. But according to Milardo, the number of wells producing water with bacte-

ria has decreased over the years so the bottled water has been cut back. He was not certain of how much is provided currently, though Donia said she knows of at least eight homes. The conversation turned toward what could cause a recurrence of bacteria. Milardo said bacteria die off rapidly, and thus the original reason for the 1985 concern for bacteria could not be the reason for the issues today. He also noted that bacteria can be caused by other factors in water systems, and not just in the well. In fact, if Durham homes were randomly tested for bacteria, at least five to 10 percent would have bacteria, but not necessarily in the well, he said. See BOS, page 17

Light up Middlefield with Pumpkins Join us on Oct. 30 from 2 to 7 p.m. behind the Middlefield Community Center at 405 Main St. We need pumpkins. Our goal is to cover the hill with carved pumpkins and light them at dusk. Please bring a carved pumpkin, we will provide the candles. There will also be a pumpkin pie contest, local vendors

Town Times Community Briefs and a costume contest. Be sure to stop by and support our local Cub Scouts who are in the midst of their popcorn fundraiser and will be joining us at this event. Vendors needed; No vendor fee charged this first year. Call 203-605-1336 or 860-852-3367.

Family Hike at Miller’s Pond Take a hike on Saturday, Oct. 30, at Miller’s Pond State Park in Durham. Expect moderate terrain with

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Levi Coe’s Book & Bake Sale The Levi E. Coe Library will host its annual Book & Bake Sale on Nov. 5 and 6. Unfortunately Lydia D’Amato, right, was cut out of the photo of her team that ran last issue with a story on the Coginchaug Crushers 11 soccer team ing to the elite the CT Cup ment.

The $5 preview sale will be held Friday, Nov. 5, from 12 to 4 p.m. The free Book sale will be held Saturday, Nov. 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Baked goods will be on available for purchase both days. Come support your local library.

Halloween Parade Durham Recreation Halloween Parade Party is Saturday, Oct. 30, at 11 a.m. at Brewster School. Refreshments will be served. Categories: Witches, Funny People, Ghost and Goblins, Super Heroes, Animals and many more. Games, cookie decorations and moon bounce. Open to ages 1-13. Call 860-343-6724

Local flu clinics Local seasonal flu clinics are scheduled for the follow-

ing dates and locations: Tuesday, Nov. 2, at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St. (second floor) in Durham, from 3 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 9, at the Coles Road Fire Station, 105 Coles Rd., in Cromwell, from 3 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, Nov. 16, at the City Hall Council Chambers, 245 Dekoven Drive, in Middletown from 3 to 8 p.m. The vaccine shots are free and will be administered on a first come, first-served basis. Supplies are limited. Anyone over age two and in good health is encouraged to receive the vaccine. The clinics are sponsored by MDA (Mass Dispensing Area) 36: Cromwell, Durham, Middlefield and the City of Middletown. For more information, call 860344-3595.

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Unless noted, all events take place at the Youth Center in the Middlefield Community Center. Office hours: 10-3 Tuesdays-Fridays; phone 860-349-0258. *** Babysitting Course DMYFS will hold a Red Cross babysitting course Saturdays, Oct. 30 and Nov. 6, from 8:30 a.m. to noon on both days. The fee is $65 and covers books and certificate. Fun Night DMYFS will host a fifth and sixth grade Dance/Fun Night Friday, Nov. 12 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. There is a $5 admission and pizza and snacks are for sale. *** Go to www.dmyfs.org for the calendar of events, pictures, directions, information about DMYFS programs and services. If you are interested in volunteering or to register for any of the Center’s programs, call (860) 349-0258 or email bdean@comcast.net.

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Honey bees hard at work for this year’s CVEF spelling bee By Cheri Kelley Town Times

into the hive for a few days with sugar syrup to feed on until the honey supply is ready. After a week or so the queen must be checked on, and once a week the colony should be checked as part of the maintaining process. Precautions need to be made in order to keep the bees from swarming, which they do when the hive is over-populated. If there isn’t enough room, half or more of the bees will split and go form another colony elsewhere.

perfectly seal each cell in the comb so that the honey can’t leak out, so a knife or brush is used to scrap the caps off the honeycomb. The honeycombs can be placed in a centrifugal extractor where the honey is pushed out of the comb by centrifugal force and collected in a basin, or it can be cut

When it is time to harvest the honey there are some basic steps that must be performed, and each beekeeper has his or her preferred tool to de-cap the honeycombs. Bees

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male bees and are there to mate with the queen; they are discharged from the hive when winter approaches. The worker bees are sterile females that tend to the hive when they are young. They build the honeycomb, take care of the larvae and queen and regulate the temperature in the hive. When they mature they leave the hive to collect nectar and pollen. The worker bees are the most commonly seen bees. When it comes to making honey, bees are either bought through the mail or through local beekeepers with already established hives. According to outdoorplace.org, beehives are set up not only in rural environments, but some people keep bees on rooftops in large cities. Once their new home is set up and placed in the location, the bees are installed into the hive. While installing bees, it is important to stay calm and focused. The queen is placed inside first and then the rest of the residents to the hive are added. The bees need to be sealed

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Did you know that in one year the average American eats just over one pound of honey? Or that in one trip collecting nectar, a worker bee will stop on between 50 and 100 flowers? According to the NOVA website, there is definitely a reason for the busy worker bee analogy. Honey is consumed worldwide and is known for its healing properties, as well as its delicious taste. This year the Coginchaug Valley Education Foundation (CVEF) is hosting the third annual Spelling Bee, and the sweet golden treat will be given as gifts to all three of the judges and the Word Master. Jim Primus, father of CVEF’s vice president Renee Edwards, has supplied the honey for the spelling bee from his very own bees. Primus currently lives in Tennessee and retired from the world of biomedical research and is now a beekeeper. His inspiration in becom-

ing a beekeeper was his fascination in honeybee behavior, not just producing honey for pleasure. With his, biology background, he says, “It’s not too surprising.” Primus has become very involved with scientific research on parasitic mites that plague beekeepers by damaging their hives. “Together with a honey bee breeder,” Primus states, “We obtained funding from the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA), Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program for two years to develop bees with genetic resistance to mites.” According to Primus work still continues on this project and is looking promising. But before there is honey, there are bees. The National Geographic website discusses the three different types of honey bees within a colony: a queen, drones and workers. There is only one queen and she has the sole responsibility of reproducing and laying eggs. The drones are the only

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October 29 Haunted Mansion Bash The Wadsworth Mansion will be haunted by ghouls and ghosts from 8 p.m. to midnight for the haunted mansion bash. The bash will include food, cocktails, dancing, door prizes and more. Palm readings and portraits will be available. There is a cash bar and the event is a fundraiser for Friends of Long Hill Estate. Visit the mansion website at www.wadsworthmansion.co m for ticket information. Cogin-Chuggers The Durham Cogin-Chuggers will hold their Club-ofthe-Month dance from 8 to 10:30 p.m. at Brewster School. Donation is $6 per person. For more info please call 860349-8084 or 203-235-1604.

SATURDAY

October 30 Dudley Farm Market The Dudley Farm farmers market will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the corner of Routes 77 and 80 in North Guilford. The market features produce, shell fish, beef and lamb, maple syrup, honey, baked goods, pickles and crafts. For more info, call 860-349-3917. Durham Rec Halloween Party Durham Recreation will host a parade party and a pumpkin decorating contest at Brewster School starting at 11 a.m. Activities include games, cookie decorating, moon bounce, and a costume contest. Participants will receive a treat. Light Up Middlefield Join us today from 2 to 7 p.m. behind the Middlefield Community Center located at 405 Main St. Our goal is to cover the hill with carved pumpkins and light them at dusk. Please bring a carved pumpkin and join us for some fun. There will also be a pumpkin pie contest, local vendors and a costume contest. For info contact Mary Roberts at 203-6051336 or 860-852-3367. Family Hike at Miller’s Pond Take a hike at Miller’s Pond State Park in Durham. Expect moderate terrain with some beautiful views of the pond,

streams and rock ledges. The event is jointly sponsored by the Appalachian Mountain Club and the Connecticut Forest and Park Association. Children must be accompanied by a guardian. Please contact leader Janet Ainsworth for start time, directions and other details at 203-530-7826 or janetkainsworth@gmail.com. Family Hike at Wadsworth Mansion This is the perfect time of year for a short, fun family hike and to explore the lovely fall woods. Meet up at the Wadsworth Mansion today from 9 to 11 a.m. to learn about the ghosts of yesteryear that inhabited these parts. We will follow the clues and find letterboxes with beautiful hand carved stamps. Bring your letterbox notebook and stamp if you have one, or there will be free notebooks for those who don’t. This hike is cosponsored by Everyone Outside and CT Forest and Park Association. Contact Lucy at everyoneoutside@att.net or 860-395-7771 for info. Pedal for Pink with Durham Fitness Durham Fitness, 6 Main St. in Durham, is hosting a spingathering in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, today from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Anyone can participate and 100 percent of your $10 donation goes to the Middlesex Hospital Comprehensive Breast Center. To sign up call 860-349-2480.

SUNDAY

October 31 Happy Halloween Country Line Dancing Classes Vinnie’s Jump & Jive, 424 Main St., in Middletown, is teaching Country Line Dancing EVERY Sunday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Students will learn the basics of line dancing and how to build vines, pivots and box steps, as well as cha-cha, waltz and Charleston moves, into sequences that fit the music. The classes are taught by Jim Gregory, a dance instructor, stage choreographer and square and contra dance caller in Connecticut for more than 30 years. The cost is $9 per class or $49 for a seven-class card. Walk-ins are welcome. For more information, call instructor Jim at 860-561-5585.

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November 1 November 3 Stroke Club Middletown Stroke Club will meet at 1 p.m. in the community room at Sugarloaf Terrace in Middlefield. The Stroke Club meets the first Monday of every month. For info call Ida at 860-3449984, Ray at 860-349-9226 or Ann at 203-235-4275.

TUESDAY

November 2 Election Day Vote today from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Polling place for Durham voters is Korn School, and polling place for Middlefield and Rockfall voters is upstairs in the Community Center. Remember, democracy depends on citizens voting. Without your participation, there’s no democracy. Christmas Rehearsals Rehearsals for the Valley Shore Chorus of Sweet Adelines International start tonight and continue every Tuesday in November and December from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. Women who want to join the four-part a capella harmony barbershop style singing group may attend. Rehearsals are at St. Paul Lutheran Parish Hall, 47 Oak St. in Middletown; music is provided and carpooling is available. Performances are throughout the holiday season. Call 860767-8540. Creative Writing Workshop for Teens Students in grades 6 - 9 are invited to learn about the creative writing process and offer feedback. Bring a journal and a pen or pencil. There are four sessions remaining of the six-week Tuesday night program from 6:30 to 8 p.m., including tonight and Nov 9, 16 and 23. Please register with Diana at the library. Crazy Craft Day The children’s room at the Levi E. Coe Library will have craft stations set up with various crafts today from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. There will be foam kits, beads, building and more.

TOPS Durham TOPS Club meets every Wednesday at 6 p.m. on the third floor of the Durham Town Hall. For information call Naomi Klotsko at 860-3499558 or Bonnie Olesen at 860349-9433. One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest opens today at the Ivoryton Playhouse and runs thru Nov. 21. Performance times are Wednesday and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Evening performances are Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m., and Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Ticket prices range from $38 for adults to $15 for children. Order by calling the box office at 860767-7318 or at www.ivorytonplayhouse.org. A Social History of our Presidential Wives Judy Berstein performs her dramatization of the White House wives, their customs and cuisines. There will be anecdotes, recipes and colorful stories. Beverages and desserts are provided. Bring your own sandwich to the Hubbard Room at Russell Library, at 123 Broad Street in Middletown, at noon.

THURSDAY

November 4 Financial Aid Coginchaug will hold a financial aid night for students and parents at 7 p.m. in the auditorium at CRHS.

FRIDAY

November 5 TGIF Memorial School TGIF night for sixth graders begins at 6:30 p.m. Book and Bake Sale The Levi E. Coe Library will host its annual book and bake sale today and tomorrow. The $5 preview sale will be held today from 12 to 4 p.m. The FREE admission book sale will be held tomorrow, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Baked goods will be available for purchase both days. Coginchaug Craft Fair Coginchaug Regional

High School Music Department is hosting their 34th annual Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Raffles, homemade soaps, refreshments and more will be in the CRHS gym. Admission is free. Gatekeeper Program St. Luke’s Eldercare Services will present the Gatekeeper Program at the Durham Public Library at 2 p.m. It seeks to educate members of the community who regularly come into contact with seniors to signs of potential behavioral health issues. Upon noticing such a sign, community members are encouraged to make a completely confidential referral to St. Luke’s Eldercare. The program is presented through a brief PowerPoint presentation which explains the need, followed by a short video which depicts some of the possible signs of failure in an older citizen. This program is intended for anyone who comes into contact with seniors regularly.

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November 6 Chili Contest and Festival The Church of Epiphany’s 11th annual Chili Contest and Festival is from 4 to 7 p.m. Bring your favorite chili recipe by 3:50 p.m. to enter the contest categories of meatless, mild, hot and most original. Tickets for meals and to vote on chili are $8 for adults and $5 for children. Christmas Fair The annual St. Pius X “Sleigh Bells Ring” Christmas Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the St. Pius X Bill Fortin Memorial Hall, 310 Westfield St. in Middletown. Christmas Bazaar Notre Dame Church, 272 Main St. in Durham, will be holding their annual Christmas Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and tomorrow from 9 a.m. to noon. The tables in Notre Dames’ church hall will be overflowing with Christmas Crafts, decorations for your home, Christmas Candies, Santa’s Gift Shop, Toys, Trims and Treasures and even a White Elephant Christmas section featuring decorations for the holidays and the year to follow. Notre Dame’s Country Kitchen will be open all day serving snacks and lunch.

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Halloween with Stephen and Ellen Smith, of Durham By Diana Carr Special to the Town Times

On Halloween, when your munchkins make their way to the home of Durhamites Stephen and Ellen Smith, they are, indeed, in for a treat – and not just of the candy variety. There are enough thrills and chills to tide visitors over for weeks to come. “It takes us all month to get ready,” says Ellen. “We’ve got 12 bins, two boxes and five trash bags full of decorations.” There are gravestones they made out of plywood, with “silly sayings” on them; giant spider webs with giant, activated spiders that drop from the roof; lights galore; skulls; bride and groom ghouls; a life-sized upper torso rotting corpse; plastic body parts and severed heads hanging from hooks. “When we moved here seven years ago,” says Stephen,

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Every year at the end of October, local churches and other interested residents take a walk to demonstrate their commitment to help end hunger in the world. The statistic most frequently cited is that of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), which measures “under-nutrition.” The most recent estimate, released on Oct. 14, 2009 by FAO, says that 1.02 billion (out of 6.8 billion) people are undernourished, a sizable increase from its 2006 estimate of 854 million people, while the world produces enough food to feed everyone. The principal problem is that many people in the world do not have sufficient land to grow, or income to purchase, enough food. Crop walkers, like the 50+ folks pictured above, walk to raise money to help change those statistics. Seventy-five percent of the money raised goes to support worldwide efforts while 25 percent returns to the area to support local feeding efforts such as local food pantries. Left, Nancy Myers, of Amazing Grace food pantry, www.carminesdurham.com speaks about the for our menu local need while Jackie Clark, of Third Congregational Church in Westfield, this year’s host church, looks on. Above right, walker Murray Newton captured some of the lovely Westfield scenery along the way.

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Halloween and elections have nothing in common, right? The political season can make you go crazy, yes, which I guess is scary like Halloween. And occassionally someone will dress up as a former U.S. president or government official as their Halloween costume, so in a way I guess the two can be considered related. The reason I mention this is because you’ll find a little of both in this week’s issue of Town Times. With Halloween this Sunday and elections on Tuesday, we’ve got a bit of everything on both topics throughout our pages. Last week’s poll question was “Have you made up your mind about who you will be voting for on Nov. 2?” By last Friday, 75 percent of responders said “Yes,” they did know who they’d be voting for. Seventeen percent said “No,” their minds weren’t made up yet, while eight percent said they had narrowed down who would get their vote in some races, but not all of them. All this election talk made us want to ask

readers online something a little more lighthearted, so our poll this week asks “What will you be giving out on Halloween?” As of press time Wednesday, 65 percent of 23 voters said “Candy,” nine percent said “Healthy snacks,” four percent said “Non-food treats” and 22 percent said “Nothing.” We also asked a lot of other questions this week in our newspaper. On paged 12-14 and 18, we asked the political candidates one more question, this one about the economy, and also asked them to talk a little about themselves. Then on page 21, Inquiring Photographer Karen Kean asked students in District 13 some fun Halloween questions. But the big question comes again this coming Tuesday, Nov. 2, when you’re asked to exercise your right to vote for state, national and local candidates. Polls are open in both towns from 6 a.m.-8 p.m. so there should be no excuses. Happy voting ... and HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Stephanie Wilcox, editor

Letters to the Editor

Support my mom, Lisa

“Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in

every family.” This was said by Kofi Annan, a co-winner of the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize. I think that this quote exemplifies what my mother is trying to accomplish. Ask her a question, any question, and if she does not know the answer, she’ll look it up and faithfully

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get back to you. My mom strives to learn everything that she can so that she can do the absolute best job for you. I remember when she first got asked to run, coming downstairs in the morning to find a copy of the constitution dogeared and with drops of coffee on it laying on the sofa. When she needed something translated out of the 18th century vernacular, she would steal my american citizenship book right out from under my papers. I know my mom can do this. She is a good multitasker, strong individual, budgeter, fighter, and most importantly, honest. I’m proud of her and everything that she has done to get herself where she is today. Ashley Davenport, Durham

Support Lesser Special election letter rules In order to allow the largest number of citizens to express their opinions on the upcoming elections, we set a few special election season letter rules. Number one, the deadline for election letters will be Monday at 5 p.m. Number two, election letters will be limited to 250 words. Also, in order to allow as many people as possible to weigh in, we will not print letters that have already been printed in another publication. For the last week before elections (deadline Oct. 22), only positive letters of support will be accepted. Of course, only signed letters with phone numbers, so we can verify authorship, will be accepted. Please do not send as attachments to e-mail.

It is my pleasure and honor to support Matt Lesser’s bid for reelection as Representative of Connecticut’s 100th District. I liked the ideas he brought to his campaign two years ago, and I like even more what he has accomplished in office since then. Most obviously for the local audience, he arranged for legislation to undue the unfair damage to the Durham Fair that had been hidden in an otherwise routine (and

needed) 200 page bill. He has worked tirelessly for Connecticut families, from the youngest ones (on school funding, and taking toxins out of children’s toys) to the elderly (senior issues) and everyone in between (fairer taxes, forward-looking energy policy, preserving open space, and support for veterans, reserves, and active duty service members). In an era when national politics are getting nastier and more polarized, Matt understands that communication and compromise are the way to make progress at the local level, and has worked effectively with members of both parties to get things done. Through all of this, Matt is still listening and learning. Without sacrificing his basic values, he is open to new ideas on how to accomplish goals, and new directions that might benefit his constituents. It is much easier to listen to praise than to complaints, but his ears are open.. Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall need Matt’s energy and voice working for us in Hartford. Let’s vote Nov. 2nd to reelect Representative Lesser. Laurel F. Appel, Durham

Vote for Suzio I wanted to give my en-

dorsement to Len Suzio for State Senator. I met Len 10 years ago and was impressed at the time by his commitment to voter issues, especially in the areas of taxation and public safety. Already active in his own community, Len went on to serve 14 years on the Board of Education in Meriden, where he was a voice for affordable, quality education and budget accountability. One of Len’s primary goals is to look at State Mandates, which place financial burdens on a town while it dictates how we operate. Our First Selectman and Board of Finance have trimmed our budget to the bone to keep our town budget flat and our taxes down, yet they are powerless in the face State Mandates. We have no choice but to comply and the money it takes to satisfy them helps to drive our taxes up. Len Suzio has pledged to address this issue and explore tax restructuring that will keep money in our pockets. We need to give new ideas a chance and not be scared away by big headlines. I am giving Len my vote and I hope that others will give him the opportunity to serve out district. Dave Cichon, Middlefield More letters, page 23

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Halloween safety tips

My mum has a talent for generating new creAlice ative activities for her grandkids. She is happiest when these projects combine her two favorite pasttimes — gardening and art. This year she invited all five grandkids to create “toad houses.” Kids and adults can build these beautiful miniature homes from materials found in the garden. In addition to the usual fall garden fun of painting or carving pumpkins and jumping in leaf piles, try building tiny magical domiciles from the natural materials often found in the fall garden refuse pile. Simply collect building materials such as bark, moss, leaves, cat tails, hollow reeds, wood, pebbles, feathers, grass, seed pods and sticks. Additional building blocks from outside the garden, such as sea shells and sea glass, are also fun. Hot glue holds the materials together best, but young children will need adult supervision.

a.m. until 2 p.m. The Middlefield Middlefield Resident State September stats Resident Trooper’s For the month of Trooper Tom Topulos office consists of the September 2010, in Resident State Troopthe town of Middleer (RST), Thomas field, officers/troopTopulos, two fullers responded to 403 time Middlefield Police Officers, Michael Polansky and calls for service; investigated eight Scott Halligan, and part-time office criminal investigations; six motor assistant, Karen Andrukiewicz. vehicle accidents, two of them with When the RST or the two Middlefield injuries; two criminal arrests; two Police Officers are not on duty, pa- DUI’s, 88 motor vehicle infractions trols from Troop F in Westbrook pro- and 28 warnings, and three buglaries. vide coverage for the tonw. The Middlefield RST’s office has Halloween safety tips Halloween is approaching and I over 58 years of law enforcement experience. They’ve received special would like to remind everyone of a training and have received numer- few important safety tips for trick or ous awards over the years for out- treating. Young children should be standing service, meritorious and accompanied by an adult; know the route that your older children will be life saving. The RST’s office continues to or- taking and set a time for them to reganize and implement numerous turn; be sure that they go out in a community events, including the group and don’t venture off by themkid-care identification program, the selves; instruct your children not to gun-lock safety program and the eat any treats until they get home and you have examined them; and be seatbelt/child safety clinic. Pistol permit applications can be sure to have your child carry a flashpicked up at the MRST office on Mon- light or glow stick to make them days, Wednesdays or Fridays from 8 more visible to cars.

Each of mum’s grandkids made a unique garden sculpture from the same pile of natural items. These decorative structures provide shelter for tiny toads or miniscule magical fairies – depending on who your child prefers to host. Some “green homes” remain firmly on the ground, tucked into a hiding place amongst the flowers. Others sit high above on branches accessed by tiny tree ladders. Building these intricate works of garden art is a great way to spend a sunny fall afternoon and add a little diminutive magic to your garden. My mum and her gardenart gang got the idea last fall after visiting the fairy home installation at the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme. The homes have been taken down now, but pictures and descriptions of fairy and toad homes are easily found on the internet for inspiration.

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Along the political trail... Rell endorses Davenport Governor M. Jodi Rell today endorsed Lisa Davenport to be the next State Senator from Connecticut ‘s 12th Senatorial District, comprising the towns of Branford, Durham , Guilford , Killingworth, Madison , and North Branford . “As a small business owner, community volunteer, and mom, Lisa has the experience and energy to confront the tough choices facing our state in these difficult economic times,” said Governor Rell. “Lisa has first-hand experience creating jobs and she understands the challenges facing business in our state.” “I thank Governor Rell for her endorsement and for her distinguished service to our great state. Governor Rell’s example of straightforward, common sense leadership is something all public officials would do well to emulate,” said Davenport. “Over the past two years, Governor Rell offered several proposals to mitigate record budget deficits in a responsible way, but never got the support she needed from Democrat legislators like Ed Myer who shunned efforts to reduce government spending and instead voted to raise taxes $1.5 billion. Whether Republican or Democrat, our next governor will need the support of legislators committed to consolidating state agencies, eliminating government waste and significantly reducing state spending.”

ARTC endorses Lesser The Association of Retired Teach-

ers of Connecticut announced that it is endorsing State Representative Matt Lesser in his bid for re-election. Two years ago, the ARTC endorsed former State Representative Ray Kalinowki. The ARTC endorses candidates who hold pro-retiree, pro teacher and pro-education positions. Lesser serves on the Education Committee where he has successfully protected state funding for education, including 100% of funding for Regional District #13, providing much needed property tax relief. “I am honored to have earned their support,” Lesser said in a statement. “It shows we are working together well to fight for schools and retirees.”

CBIA endorses Szewczyk The Connecticut Business & Industry Association (CBIA) today endorsed John Szewczyk for election to the state House of Representatives, representing the 100th District. Connecticut is at a historic turning point. The state has lost more than 100,000 jobs since the beginning of the recession and is facing huge budget deficits. Given our state’s fiscal situation, business-as-usual at the Capitol — and throughout state government — is no longer a viable option. “Much of our economic future depends on what priorities our next governor and our new state legislators bring to the Capitol after the elections this fall,” says John R. Rathgeber, CBIA president and CEO. “Connecticut clearly needs a

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the other,” says Rathgeber. “If we all pull together, we just might see some encouraging results in November.” CBIA is the state’s largest business organization, with 10,000 member companies.

UPFA endorses Lesser

Connecticut’s largest organization of firefighters, the Uniformed Professional Firefighters Association, announced that it had endorsed State Representative Matt Lesser in his bid for a second term. “I am proud to have worked closely with these great men and women, both volunteer firefighters and professionals. I have the utmost respect for their quiet, daily heroism,” Lesser said. “I am proud to have earned the support of public safety professionals.” Lesser sponsored legislation improving healthcare for firefighters injured on the job, and spent two days training with local firefighters. He is leading the fight to improve power plant safety, a major issue for the district after the explosion in February of Middletown’s Kleen Energy plant.

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Korean War Veterans at Memorial Middle School ensemble and select chorus from Memorial Middle School showed their honor by a beautiful performance The Secretary of the State for the veterans and their of Connecticut Public Serfamilies. The students from vice Awards for the veterMemorial Middle School ans of the Korean War was worked to help make this a held on Thursday Oct. 14 at respectful community Memorial Middle School in event. Middlefield. The program is During the portion of the a continuation of the Secreceremony where our vetertary of the State’s program ans shared memories there honoring Connecticut’s war The sixth grade trumpet was talk and laughter about football and card games with fellow servicemen and tears remembering near-unspeakable experiences that will never be forgotten. It was an emotional moment for all present. One veteran said, “I want to thank the state, this is the first time the state ever honored the William J. Witkowski, D.M.D. 360 Main Street Korean war vets.” Each Middlefield Veteran or their P.O. Box 177 family members were preAllan A. Witkowski, D.M.D. Durham, CT sented with the award indi860-349-1123 vidually for demonstrated exemplary service to their By Cheri Kelley Town Times

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The road to Nov. 2 ... Welcome to the fourth and final installment of candidate questions for the Nov. 2 election. This year, we decided to break up our usual three or four questions so that readers could get to know the candidates for the state legislature a little bit at a time — in bite-size pieces — rather than in one huge pre-election week chunk. We hope this makes the information easier to digest and thus encourages voters to make the most informed decisions. Remember, your vote is important — always. This week we asked candidates to answer the following question in addition to providing us with a biography. “There is a misconception that government creates jobs when in fact businesses do. If job growth is crucial to overall economic health, what can government do to create a more business-friendly environment that promotes job creation?”

John Szewczyk (R), challenger, State House of Representatives 100th District, (Durham, Middlefield, part of Middletown) This well f r a m e d question hits the nail on the head by recognizing businesses, not government, as the job creation engine of our economy. With that in mind the answer is simple - government should get out of the way! Our legislature has been too focused on appeasing special interests and the

myopic pet projects of Hartford politicians - as a result we have grown the size and cost of state government out of control putting Connecticut in a budget deficit. And because the legislature has continued to pass new taxes, mandates and regulations on businesses of all sizes, Connecticut is second to last in job creation (behind only Michigan), and has had a net job LOSS for the last twenty years. Located in the heart of the “Education Corridor,” our workforce is perhaps the most skilled in the nation. It is this highly skilled and educated workforce that yields an entrepreneurial spirit that WILL create new jobs if left to their own devices. For starters, we can begin by eliminating the “Business Entity Tax,” a nuisance tax paid by ALL small businesses regardless of whether they turned a

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I was raised on Maple Avenue in Durham and attended Regional District #13 graduating in 1995. My mother is Mary Ann Adams and my father is Jan Szewczyk. I have three siblings, Angela (Adams) Zwarycz, Alison Adams, and Andrew Adams. After Coginchaug, I went on to attend Trinity College where I graduated in 1999. After graduation I joined the Hartford Police Department where I continue to be so employed. I have also been an athletic coach in Regional School District #13 for nine years. I served on the Public Safety Committee and was elected to the Board of Assessment Appeals in 2003. In 2007, I had the good fortune of being elected to Durham’s Board of Selectmen. I am proud of the progress we have made on the Board of Selectmen (in-

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Small businesses are house and the Middlesex County Substance Abuse Connecticut’s economic enAction Council, serve as a gine providing the majority nonresident director of the of jobs. In today’s economy, About Matt: Durham Fair Association many small businesses canIt has been an honor to and am a member of the not access credit needed to Ex- invest and grow jobs. Conserve Durham, Middlefield Durham-Middlefield necticut’s economic develand Rockfall in the legisla- change Club. opment policy must be ture these two years. aligned with that reality so I serve on the powerful credit and capital are made Education, Public Health available to meet the needs and Energy & Technology of small businesses. Committees. State regulatory permitI want to continue to be a ting processes need to be common-sense advocate for streamlined. We took an imour towns. (Middlefield, Meriden, portant step to shorten the In the next legislative sestime it takes to obtain envision we have many chal- part of Middletown) ronmental permits in legislenges: The most lation this year. We need to We need to lower electric i m p o r t a n t do more so that no business bills, spur job growth and c h a l l e n g e waits extraordinarily long put money back in families’ facing Conperiods of time for permits. pockets. necticut is We need to continue to job Economic studies suggest creprovide property tax relief ation. the most effective options To by protecting funding for create jobs for creating jobs in the our towns and schools. I am we need a proactive plan to short and long-term are inproud that I was able to pro- reduce energy costs, help vesting in infrastructure tect 100 percent of state small businesses access projects like mass transit, funding for District #13, re- credit so they can grow, roads, bridges, flood conlieving local taxpayers. streamline regulatory trol, schools and water We need to balance the processes, focus state in- treatment projects. One budget responsibly and vestments on projects that study concluded that each streamline government. are proven job creators, and dollar spent on infrastrucWe need to increase sup- build the skills of our work- ture benefits businesses port for programs that keep force. and households by $1.37. seniors in their homes, Connecticut’s high ener- Moreover, these are necesrather than nursing homes. gy costs hurt businesses sary public works projects On the most important and hinder job growth. En- that cannot be ignored. vote of the year, the 2010 ergy reform legislation Finally, a continued inbudget, I stood up to leaders passed last session would vestment in education is inof both parties. Governor have helped reduce costs extricably intertwined with Rell and Democratic lead- had the Governor not ve- Connecticut’s future ecoers borrowed $950 million toed the bill. Passing energy nomic health. Young people and raised taxes on electric reform that reduces costs will create and power 21st bills rather than make and encourages green tech- century business and industough choices about spend- nologies remains a priority try; those employers will deing. pend upon a well-educated, next session. When I voted against the capable workforce. budget I did so, firm in my conviction that the voters of Durham and Middlefield want their representative to FALL answer to them, not the CL EA politicians in Hartford. N The son of a small busiUP ness owner and an immi• Leaves, Sticks & Brush Removed grant, I was raised to believe • Leaf Vac Truck /Curbside Pick-up in the importance of hard work. I have twice been • Firewood named a “Children’s Cham• Residental Snow Plowing pion” by the Connecticut Fully Insured Senior Discount Early Childhood Alliance and I received awards from Free Estimates HIC 0620306 FALL the Durham Fair Associa“Quality Service from the Ground Up” CLEAN tion and for promoting reUP newable energy. I am State Director of the Connecticut Young Elected www.qualitylandscapingct.com Officials Network, sit on the boards of Oddfellows Play-

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About Tom: As a lifelong resident of Meriden and a product of local schools, I was raised in a middle class family with five siblings. My parents instilled in us a strong work ethic and the values of respect and caring for others. I hold a BA in political science from Southern Connecticut State University. For the past 22 years I have worked at the Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority where I am the Director of Recycling and Enforcement. Most important, I am the proud father of two beautiful daughters.

I have a track record of making positive change happen for Middlefield and Rockfall. Working with other elected officials, I delivered significant state resources to install sewers and protect the integrity of Lake Beseck. The water quality of the lake is now pristine and property values have increased considerably. When DEP refused to allow the lake to be drawn down during winter months, I successfully sponsored legislation that required the draw down. That legislation served the dual purpose of protecting docks from damage and eradicating milfoil. See Gaffey, next page

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I also advocated for open space grant funding that enabled the preservation of the Strickland, Pelkey, Steucek and DiConstanzo properties. Those lands will never be developed upon preserving Middlefield’s bucolic, natural heritage. I answered the call a number of times to help the town with improvements to Peckham Park. Significant state funds helped to construct recreational facilities there. I am running for re-election because this is a critical time for our state. I’ve made the tough decisions, such as cutting state spending and borrowing by more than $1 billion last year. I won’t propose reckless tax measures as my opponent has with his proposed 58 percent increase in the state income tax. These difficult times call for sensible solutions not radical tax ideas.

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(Middlefield, Meriden, part of Middletown) There are a number of actions that the state can take that will reverse the “businessunfriendly environment” policies adopted over the last 20 years. Lower the cost of electricity – Connecticut has the second highest electricity costs of all 50 states. Yet in this year’s legislative session my opponent and his fellow legislators actually voted to increase the cost of electricity by adding a new electricity tax to commence in January. Tom Gaffey says we must lower the cost of electricity, but only a few months ago he voted to increase the cost! Reducing energy taxation would help reduce energy cost. Lower the cost of health care insurance for small businesses – one of the reasons Connecticut has such high health care insurance costs is that the state imposes 54 mandates on Health Care Plans offered within Connecticut. It is estimated that unnecessary mandates add at least 30percent to the cost of health care insur-

ance in Connecticut. Surrounding states such as Rhode Island impose far fewer mandates. This is an example of the hidden way in which state-imposed mandates increase the costs of running Connecticut businesses (as well as our towns). Tom Gaffey has voted to add at least a dozen health care mandates. We must review every mandate imposed on businesses. Regulations of every type significantly affect the cost of doing business in Connecticut. But it is not only the cost of regulatory requirements that makes Connecticut business-unfriendly. Frequently it is how the regulations are applied. The attitude of those responsible for implementing regulations should be more proactive in terms of helping small businesses comply with regulations. Often I have heard small business owners complain that enforcement officers have an adversarial attitude toward their struggle to comply with regulations. A change in attitude can go a long way.

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ther, Leonardo Suzio, founded the L. Suzio Companies, one of the largest companies in Central Connecticut. I was the oldest of six children raised by my father Leonard and my mother Jean. After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania, I pursued a successful career in banking during which I was recognized as the #1 banker for small businesses in Connecticut. In 1994 I started my own company, GeoDataVision, a bank consulting company. The Suzio family has developed a tradition of giving back to the community. I served 14 years on the Meriden Board of Education (VP, 20072009). As a banker I worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, helping them start and grow their businesses. I was invited to testify as an expert in front of the United States Senate Subcommittee on Small Business Finance. I believe that experience sets me apart from my opponent who has worked all his life as a bureaucrat. Small Businesses are the key to reinvigorating the job market. I have proposed a unique plan to finance small businesses in Connecticut. The plan involves

working with Connecticut banks to extend SBA-guaranteed loans. The state can use up to $1.5 billion of pension funds to purchase the guaranteed portion of those loans. This will provide banks with the funds they need to lend to small businesses. Concomitantly, the purchase of the guaranteed loans will be a safe and secure investment for our pension funds at no cost to taxpayers. I am running for the State Senate because my opponent and the Democratcontrolled legislature have pursued out-of-control spending that has brought our state to the verge of bankruptcy. We need a return to the common sense budgeting that every small business must practice.

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Durham Government Calendar (All meetings will be held at the Durham Library unless otherwise noted. Check the town Web page at www.townofdurhamct.org for updates.) Tuesday, November 2 6:30 p.m. — Public Safety Committee Wednesday, November 3 7:30 p.m. — Planning and Zoning Commission Monday, November 8 7 p.m. — Board of Selectmen at Town Hall 7:30 p.m. — Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency Tuesday, November 9 7:30 p.m. — Midstate Planning, 100 DeKoven Dr., Middletown Wednesday, November 10 7:30 p.m. — Board of Education at CRHS Nov. 2, 2010 whose qualifications as to age, citizenship or residence was attained since Oct. 26, 2010.

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Thanksgiving Program It’s time to think about Thanksgiving. For many families it’s gathering together for a traditional holiday dinner. For others, it’s stressful thinking about the additional costs of providing a holiday dinner. Again this year many are feeling the effects of the economic crisis and high unemployment. Durham prepares an annual Thanksgiving Holiday Program for families and individuals with needs. Stresses from financial difficulties, unemployment, medical problems, and other personal or family issues often create unanticipated

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P&Z Commission The Planning and Zoning Commission devoted most of their Oct. 20 meeting to discussing the complaints of residents living near Greenland Realty. Residents such as Diana Cruise informed the commission that truck washing still occurred on the site, as well as truck repair, neither of which are allowed in the site plan. They also told the commission that vehicles regularly haul dirt from the site both day

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and night, with the noise and light of the trucks disturbing the neighborhood in the evening. The appearance of the site was also criticized, with Cruise noting that Greenland Realty agreed to replace its berm back in 2009. Another concern for residents was that Greenland Realty’s representative, Attorney Joan Molloy, was not in attendance to hear their complaints. Molloy sent a letter to the commission back in September that Cruise wanted to address, due to the accusation that she was using the commission to seek compensation from Greenland Realty. Cruise stated, “That is an insult,” and that she isn’t seeking money from the company. While Molloy wasn’t in attendance, the commission agreed to send a transcript of the meeting to her office. The commission also started reviewing the Plan of Conservation and Development for future revision. Town Planner Geoff Colegrove offered the commission a letter detailing the areas he believed needed looking at, while member Richard Eriksen suggested looking into what other towns have recently done with their own plans. Colegrove recommended tackling two or three sections of the plan per meeting before putting together a draft and submitting it for a public hearing. One zoning enforcement issue also came up during the meeting, with Colegrove reporting that someone was trying to convert a two-family house into a three family house along Main Street. He said he would issue a Cease and Desist by Oct. 22. Finally, commissioner Joseph Pasquale informed the commission that Dan Forline still doesn’t have a permit from DMV allowing him to operate his automobile business on 593 Wallingford Road. Forline was supposed to have had this permit by March. Pasquale admitted that the business owner may have a reason for not yet attaining the permit, but suggested that a Cease and Desist may be an appropriate course of action at this point. (In attendance/Chuck Corley)

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Obituary Middlefield Government Calendar BOS (From page 1) and Maine. (Unless otherwise indicated, all meetings are held in the “I don’t like to take Rosemary Avis Connecticut She began her working ca- chances, do you?” Viola Community Center.) as a Certified Nurses Aid asked. Wednesday, November 3 (Allen) Simmons reer at Queen’s Nursing Home in 7 p.m. — Board of Selectmen In response, Milardo said he can ask people to test their wells, but he cannot require them to do so or to provide the results. “A private well is a private well,” he said. Francis noted that it is the town’s responsibility to ensure that a property has potable drinking water when it is initially built, and if they know of a failed septic, they have the authority to order it be fixed. Viola’s ultimate concern was that she didn’t want “these issues to be put on the back burner another 25 years.” She continued, “I want the town to take control, get done what needs to be done and test all wells in the neighborhood. The letter that went out to residents (alerting them to possible bacteria in nearby wells recently and encouraging them to be tested) will not suffice.” Francis wrapped up the discussion by saying the town is more than happy to assist homeowners with the maintenance of their wells. She said in a month’s time the results from a feasibility study that was conducted to see if there is a possibility of connecting to a Middletown water supply will be in, and thus a possibility that some of the lingering concerns could be addressed. Agreements, ordinances and fiscal analysis The selectmen gave approval for the First Selectman to sign a three-year renewal agreement with an extension option for two additional two-year terms between the town and TaxServ for professional services at no cost to the town. Francis made a motion to adopt a stormwater ordi-

Thursday, November 4 7 p.m. — Economic Development Commission Tuesday, November 9 7 p.m. — Levi E. Coe Library Association at the library 7:30 p.m. — Midstate Planning, 100 DeKoven Dr., Middletown nance requirement identifying Best Management Practices, which was approved. The September 2010 fiscal analysis was reported, and it was noted that the local and tax revenue is coming in steady and expenditures are on track. See BOS, page 19

Middlefield Historical Society meeting The Middlefield Historical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. where a pictorial book will be discussed. Middlefield Historical Society meetings are the first Thursday of each month and walk-ins are always welcomed. Call Lynette Brayshaw at 860-349-0665.

Seniors Thanksgiving luncheon The annual Thanksgiving luncheon with live entertainment will be held at the Senior Center in the Middlefield Community Center, 405 Main Street, on Thursday, Nov. 18, at noon. Start off this holiday season with friends and neighbors, and enjoy a traditional turkey dinner with all the fixings. Then enjoy the sounds of Rolling View Products. The suggested donation is $2 and reservations can be made. Call 860-349-7121 before Monday, Nov. 15.

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Rosemary Avis (Allen) Simmons, 49, of Windham, Maine, died Sunday, Oct. 17, at home after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by her family. Born in Middletown, CT on May 23, 1961, daughter of Harry E. Allen and Barbara (Galvin) Allen. She is survived by her husband of 26 years, Robert A. Simmons Jr., by a loving daughter, Jessica Lynn Simmons of Windham, Maine, by her mother and father, Harry and Barbara Allen of Middlefield, by her brother “Dude” and wife Darlene Allen of Durham, and sister Midget and husband James Apicello of Vernon, Connecticut. Also survived by her mother-inlaw Jean Simmons of Portland, Maine, brother-in-law Edward and wife Beth Simmons of Buxton, Maine, and brother-in-law Kevin Simmons of Portland, Maine. Rosemary has several aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins from Connecticut and Maine. She was predeceased by her sister Cynthia, grandparents Hugh and Elma “Midget” Allen, and Sustin and Mable Reed of Strong, Maine. Rosemary graduated from Coginchaug High School in Durham and attended Saint Joseph’s College in Standish, Maine where she met her husband Robert. Rosemary studied nursing and received her Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing. Rosemary was a member of the Middlefield Federated Church of Middlefield and St. Peter’s Episcopal Church of Portland, Maine. She will always be remembered for her smile, humor, love of pets, (Lexie, Sunshine and Junior), and generosity to family, friends and community. Her love for family continued to be the most important aspect of her life. She enjoyed baking, knitting, sewing, crafting, taking pictures and family vacations. She loved visiting and attending family events in

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ment Committee, which I chair. 3. Reduce two unacceptably large business costs, namely energy and health insurance. We need to resume generating energy in Connecticut and not paying the huge costs of buying energy from other states and Canada. The State Insurance Commissioner’s recent approval of a 47percent increase in health insurance premiums after a 20+ percent increase last year is outrageous, realizing that the Commissioner comes from the insurance industry. I support the appointment of a new Commissioner who is consumer-oriented. 4. Repeal the Business Entity Tax and the property tax on machinery. Both of these taxes are impediments to business. 5. We must learn how to market Connecticut. Recently, I introduced an Italian manufacturer of gym equipment to our Department of Economic and Community Development. This manufacturer is looking for a U.S. headquarters and would add over 200 jobs. The Governor and legislative leaders must become job rainmakers. If we advance these and other initiatives, we might

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islation approved by the General Assembly and the Governor last May; a low-interest loan fund for small businesses; tax credits for businesses and investors in emerging industries and technologies and job training related to those new industries and technologies. I sponsored this legislation. 2. Growth focus on biomedical and alternative energy businesses. Alternative energies such as solar, fuel cells and biodiesel will bring us “clean” energy, distance us from fossil fuel and the Middle East and ultimately reduce our costs. Much of the related legislation has been introduced by the Environ-

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Meet Ed: I graduated from Yale and Yale Law School, am married to Patty Ann and we have a family of six children and 13 grandchildren. I started my public service as a federal prosecutor in the U.S. Department of Justice appointed by Attorney General Robert Kennedy, the toughest boss I have ever had. I served in the New York State Legislature and on the New York Board of Regents, which is the education policymaker of that state. During that time, I was also the administrative partner of my firm. Patty Ann and I moved to Connecticut a decade ago. I have enjoyed serving on the Guilford Economic Development Commission and on the board of directors of the New Haven Symphony Orchestra and the Durham Fair Association. I was first elected to the Connecticut Senate in 2004 and serve as Chair of the Environment Committee and formerly Chair of the Children’s Committee and Program Review and Investigations. My re-election has been endorsed by many diverse organizations, including the Connecticut Business & Industry Association (CBIA), the Sierra Club, the League of Conservation Voters, the teacher and university professor associations, police, firefighters and the AFLCIO. CBIA recently stated, “During his tenure as a legislator, Ed Meyer supported efforts to improve our economy, public education and regulatory climate, helping to make Connecticut a more attractive place for business investment and job creation.” Connecticut is faced, during the next several years, with two preeminent challenges. The first is the creation of jobs and the re-building of our economy. The second is balancing the state budget by downsizing our state government which I believe will make our government more efficient and effective. I am running for re-

election because I have the experience, political independence and leadership skills to bring about a new day in Connecticut.

Lisa Davenport (R), challenger, State Senate District 12, (including Durham) I do not think there is a perception among real, ordinary people that the government creates jobs. Only full-time politicians like Senator Meyer consider the government the primary generator of jobs. Most of us know that private businesses create jobs, specifically small business, which creates approximately 70 percent of all new jobs. Government can establish an atmosphere that allows for job creation, but Connecticut has done a very poor job lately. Connecticut is ranked one of the least business-friendly states in the nation. We have lost tens of thousands of jobs in Connecticut during this recession, and yet we have done nothing to make our state a better place to do business. We need to improve our business climate by repealing the business entity tax, eliminating unnecessary business regulations, and expanding tax credits to those businesses that are hiring. Every Connecticut business, regardless of size and/or profitability, pays a $250 annual tax. Imagine a small start-up company looking to open in our state learning that we charge them an annual tax for the right to simply exist. Not a good first impression. When given the opportunity to eliminate the Business Entity Tax, Ed Meyer voted against it. We also need to get government out of the way of businesses and entrepreneurs. Connecticut needs to eliminate See Davenport, page 20

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Troop 33 scouts earn National Camping Award Submitted by Ellen Gribko Special to the Town Times On Sept. 29 five members of Troop 33 were presented with the Boy Scouts Triple Crown Camping Award. The award can only be earned if the scout attends all three of the Boy Scout National High Adventure Camps. Each of the recipients has spent a week at the Sea Base Camp in the Florida Keys, a week at Northern Tier Camp (located on the Boundary Water Canoe Area on the U.S. and Canadian border), and lastly a week at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico. In the process, they have partici-

pated in many team-building activities and learned a great deal about the country that we live in. The camps provided them with a wide range of programs, from SCUBA diving in the Keys to portaging canoes in Atikokan, Canada to hiking the high mountains of New Mexico. It took the boys three to four years to attend all the camps, and there were many memorable moments; including SCUBA diving at night, having the Royal Canadian Mounted Police stamp their Passport at Thunder Bay, Canada, canoeing in the wilderness of the Boundary Waters, reaching the top of Pike’s Peak and completing a 10day hike of 63 miles.

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Each year approximately 50,000 scouts nationwide attain the rank of Eagle Scout. One of the requirements to become an Eagle is the successful completion of a leadership service project that benefits a religious institution, school or community. The National Eagle Scout Association proudly acknowledges projects that demonstrate valuable service of an exceptional nature. On Oct. 19, at their annual recognition dinner held at the Aqua Turf, Tyler Sibley from Middlefield, Boy Scout Troop

33, was awarded the Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project of the Year Award for the Connecticut Rivers Council. Tyler’s project, The Middlefield Dog Park, placed fourth in the nation among all Eagle projects completed in 2009. Projects are selected based on the originality of the project, planning, development, benefits they provide, scope of work Middlefield Boy Scout Troop 33 Scout- in time and materials, master Robin Heath congratulating difficulty of labor, exTyler Sibley on his 2009 Eagle Project tent and character of leadership and results of the Year Award. or outcome. Photo submitted by Ellen Gribko

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Troop 27 camps at Deer Lake By Leonid Funaro Special to the Town Times When we went to Deer Lake, some scouts worked on their Tenderfoot and Second Class requirements. We learned how to sharpen a knife carefully and how to create an axe yard. An axe

yard is when you have a certain place roped off for safety. It’s where you use your wood tools, like knife, axe, pick axe and a bunch of other small things. We also learned how to make and start fires. We started a fire by getting weeds that are small and dry. Pine cones are

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(Continued from page 17) with the private road sign policy and the other regarding Skeet Club Road signage. Other business In old business, Francis reported that the town received a check from FEMA for $31,179.56 to make repairs on Guire Road, John-

son Lane, Whites Farm and Haddam Quarter Road, all of which were affected by the March storms.

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Special town meeting and LTA A special town meeting was set for Monday, Nov. 8, at 8 p.m. (See page 17 for the agenda). There were two Local Traffic Authority issues discussed, one having to do

also good to keep a fire going after you start it. We went to Fat Mans Squeeze, which is a small cave where two really big rocks come together to make a tight squeeze to get through. We went fishing too. Although it was fun, no one caught a fish.

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Brewster firemen and women Students in Mrs. Loffredo’s class at Brewster School celebrated fire safety week in October with firefighter Mike Donlan of the Wallingford Fire Department.

Smiths songs. “I had a dead Miss America look,” she says. “I bought zombie-like contact lenses off the Internet, and I had black streaks put in my hair.” Stephen dressed up as a character in Zombie’s video that paid tribute to the movie, “Clockwork Orange.” As much fun as the Smiths have during this season, they are also well-versed in the deeper meanings of the holiday. Ellen explains that Halloween began as a pagan celebration called All Hallows Eve. “It was a day to frighten away the evil spirits. That’s why people dress up and wear masks – so that the spirits can’t recognize them.” Nov. 1 is All Saints Day and is a Mexican holiday that honors children that have passed away. Nov. 2, also a Mexican holiday, is All Souls Day, and celebrates all the others who have died. The couple sees Halloween making a comeback. Says Ellen, “When I was a kid, it was big, and you could trust what people gave you. Then came the razors in the ap-

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ples, and it burned out for a couple of years because of all the scares. But the new rash of horror movies and shows likes ‘Buffy, The Vampire Slayer’ helped bring Halloween back. America has fallen in love again with horror movies and vampires.” The couple says they see a lot of adults now enjoying Halloween, as evidenced by a sizeable number of adult parties each year and many people in costume at the concert, even though they weren’t in the contest. “It’s one of the most exciting days of the year for me,” says Ellen. “I think that people enjoy dressing up and being somebody else for a change. And Halloween costumes are a good way to get to know each other at a party. They’re an icebreaker. “I think Halloween should be a national holiday, and celebrated every six months.” Her husband simply says, “I like Halloween because it’s the one day of the year that being scary-looking like I am is acceptable.”

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ic recovery. I ask for your vote on November 2nd. John Szewczyk, Durham

Help bring about the change you’ve asked for. Real change. VOTE for Lisa Davenport for State Senate, 12th district. I have known Lisa for many years and know her to be a dedicated, honest and thoughtful person in all her endeavors. She will bring to Hartford a fresh look at the state budget and how it impacts the local community. As a business owner, Lisa understands the problems of our troubled economy. She also brings a large field of involvement with the community, volunteerism and our veterans. Not new to support for the veterans, Lisa has worked on many veteran issues, ie; Home for The Holidays Campaign. Lisa Davenport listens to the people and can help make the change. Please vote Tuesday, Nov. 2. Russell Donovan, Durham

Homefield advantage in Hartford Lisa Davenport and John Szewczyk will give our communities the home field advantage in Hartford. This will be the first time in my memory that residents will have the opportunity to seat two “Durham raised” candidates in Hartford during the same election cycle; John as State Rep and Lisa as State Senator. They are not career politicians (John is a Hartford police officer and Lisa runs her own business); they have never held public office outside of their civic duties in Durham. They are not lawyers and are not running for office to build a resume. They are fiscally conservative and responsible hard

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Lesser and Meyer: wise choices Connecticut residents are discouraged about what our legislators are NOT doing for our state. Two individual legislators who have distinguished themselves as being different from the rest are Ed Meyer and Matt Lesser. Each

stands up for what is fundamentally best for Connecticut; both are led by principle rather than political party, and their records prove it. The recent local Exchange Club debate left little doubt about who can best serve us in Hartford. Lesser and Meyer had the informed answers, showing their knowledge of the complexity of Connecticut’s enormous problems and their efforts to work against increasingly challenging forces to improve conditions that affect the quality of our lives. Both Lesser and Meyer stand heads above the crowd among state legislators. They hold experience, skill, integrity and respect and are clearly the wisest choices for all of us in these difficult times. Anne Cassady, Durham

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and honest answers to all their questions, especially the difficult ones. Len Suzio is running for State Senate in the 13th District and will respect voters, answer the questions and will hold himself accountable. Len deserves our vote: he is a long time member of his parish, has always treated people with respect, and when he was on the Board of Education in Meriden, he was willing to answer voters’ questions. He is a fiscal conservative in a time when our towns, our state and our country are financially tapped out. I’ve known Len for some time now and find his honesty and conservatism refreshing and what we need in the 13th State Senate District. I hope you’ll join me in voting for Len Suzio for State Senate.

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It has been a pleasure campaigning throughout Middlefield, Rockfall and Durham. I have listened to thousands of residents talk about changes we need in state government. The message has been clear. We need new effective leadership that is willing to tackle the fiscal problems facing our state. We can no longer afford to operate with a $3.4 billion dollar budget deficit that relies on borrowing and bonding. We need to allow the business community to create jobs by eliminating the constant overregulation and over taxation that is forcing many businesses to close their doors and move out of state. We need property tax relief so our residents can afford to live in this community. Most of all, we need representation for the citizens of the district free and clear of politics and special interests. From my childhood to adulthood, this community has given so much to my family and me. It would be an honor to serve you in Connecticut’s General Assembly so we can the change the atmosphere that so sorely needs changing in our state legislature and put Connecticut down the path to econom-

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Re-elect Lesser May I suggest that a logical path be followed in the choice between Matt Lesser and John Szewczyk as our Representative to the Connecticut Legislature? Matt has served ably for the last two years, demonstrating his independence from party-line politics, and his ability to “make a difference” and “get things done,” even as a freshman representative. He has certainly shown us all that he puts “people before politics” when you consider Melissa Greenbacker’s statement about his support of the Connecticut dairy industry. Others have told similar stories (see Letters in the Town Times). Matt Lesser devotes his full-time attention to his job of representing us, his constituents. If we present him with another term, he will then have the opportunity to do even more for us. He is still “a breath of fresh air” in the Connecticut legisla-

ture. John Szewczyk is a fine individual, but Matt Lesser does not work two other jobs. It just makes good sense to give Matt Lesser another term, I plan to vote for him, I am an unaffiliated voter (independent). In case you haven’t noticed, all of the statements in quotes are political slogans used in electioneering. Matt Lesser brings his own style to them all. Marianne Corona, Middlefield Editor’s note: According to www.ctmirror.org, most lawmakers — around 70 percent — have other employment besides being legislators.

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pointed to see that in last weeks Town Times, John Szewczyks character and dedication as a police officer would be questioned. John has served the Hartford Police Department with distinction for the past nine years while at the same time actively making the Durham-Middlefield community a better place to live as an outstanding member of Durhams Board of Selectmen. I am saddened to see this current trend in politics where people will do something like personally attack someone for wearing a uniform and serving their community. Don’t be fooled by these last minute, negative attacks. Support John Szewczyk on Nov. 2. Charles Harmon, Durham

of life. The Watershed Partnership, headquartered in Guilford, recently named Senator Meyer its Legislator of the Year for his work protecting young children against the toxic effects of pesticides. Last year, he received the Legislative Champion Award for his legislation banning Bisphenol-A from children’s products. As a concerned citizen, I am very aware of how often further research reveals the dangers of once commonly used chemicals. Meyer has passed important legislation restricting dangerous chemicals in baby bottles, toys and jewelry, plus lawn pesticides at schools and day care facilities. Ed Meyer knows how to do the research and knows how to craft effective legislation on our behalf. Please join me in sending an excellent public servant back to Hartford on Nov. 2.

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In my letter about the Durham Fair I used the word “cows” and mentioned Rover’s Lodge. My apologies to Rover’s Lodge, the memory of Rita, whom I loved, and to any patron who may have gotten the meaning of “cows” jumbled up. The word “cows” is like the word “sheep.” You can see the sheep in the field, but there certainly is going to be rams amongst the sheep too. A better word would have been “herd” or even “cattle.” There was no malice intended. I suppose when a woman reads the word “cows,” they automatically think it’s a female word, but it’s not, and not even my English teacher could convince me otherwise. Because I specifically mentioned Rover’s, which was the real mistake, some took it personally. I’m a proud patron of that establishment myself, since 1975, and have enjoyed many steamed cheeseburgers and frosty beers. I don’t apoligize for words because I’m an American and I believe in free speech, and I’m a writer and love words, even words that some consider offensive. If I wanted to insult females, which I didn’t, God knows I’m capable of that. We live in a society now that increasingly censors and “has a cow” over words and their meanings, and I suppose the day is fast approaching when a writer is not going to be able to write anything at all for fear the Word Police come knocking down the door with some kind of “beef.” Mark J. Czaja, On the deck at Rover’s

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Vote for Meyer With a representative form of government such as ours, it is in our best interest to vote for the candidate most qualified to serve us. Senator Ed Meyer is such a candidate. His breadth of knowledge, his understanding of the issues, his experience, and his proven ability to tackle the tough problems that face our great state have served our community well. Please join me in voting for Ed Meyer on Nov. 2 and return him to the state senate. Pam Hogarth, Durham

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It’s a rare occasion in life when one person truly feels that they can have an impact on anything in life. There clearly needs to be real changes in Hartford. For all of my lifetime, Connecticut has been ruled by one, vetoproof supermajority party. This Tuesday, we have a chance to return Connecticut to a healthier, balanced democracy. As we ponder who we should vote for, I would like to leave you, the voter who can make change with a few profound and timeless quotes from President Calvin Coolidge nearly a century ago. “There is no dignity quite so impressive, and no one independence quite so important , as living within your means.” “Economy is the method by which we prepare today to afford the improvements of

tomorrow.” “Collecting more taxes than is absolutely necessary is legalized robbery.” “Don’t expect to build up the weak by pulling down the strong.” “The man who builds a factory builds a temple, that the man who works there worships there, and to each is due, not scorn and blame, but reverence and praise.” Our local candidates Len Suzio , Lisa Davenport and John Szewczyk, would surely agree with “Silent Cal”. One may argue that subscribing to the above political beliefs would harm our children, elderly, safety and future. I would argue that all of Connecticut would benefit, rather than just those in power. Jamie Roraback, Middlefield

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I ask Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall residents to join me in voting for John Szewczyk for state representative on Election Day, Nov. 2. I first met John late last year, although I followed his career as a member of the Board of Selectman in Durham. He proved to all local residents that he is efficient, hard-working and costconscious – skills he will bring with him to the State Capitol. At a time when our state is facing a staggering deficit, we need someone with experience in creating and balancing a budget, while also maintaining programs for education and for our senior citizens. John Szewczyk is that person.

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next two-year term, we need Meyer’s lifetime of experience and his resilience in tackling the tough issues. While government can’t solve every problem, Meyer knows there is a lot it can do to help businesses create new jobs. The economic initiatives Meyer has been fighting for in Hartford include lowinterest loans to help fund expansions and new equipment; sales tax exemptions for machinery, supplies and fuel used in renewable energy industries; loan reimbursements and training grants for such emerging industries as green technology, life sciences and health information technology; and the reduction of energy and health insurance costs - the two highest costs of doing business in Connecticut. When I go to the polls next Tuesday, I’m casting my vote for Ed Meyer – he’s shown us what real leadership can accomplish. Laurie Stevens, Durham

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From the time he was elected, Matt Lesser has fought as hard as anyone to lower our electricity prices. He asked tough questions and made the energy executives uncomfortable, because in the end, they couldn’t justify their rate increases. Rates will finally be going down by 5 percent in January 2011, after years of increases that harmed families and small businesses alike. We need more leadership like that at all levels of government. We are lucky to have it with Matt and we need to make sure that we keep him fighting for us in the 100th District. Join me and vote for Matt Lesser on Nov. 2. Donna Golub, Middlefield

I recently learned that John has knocked on more than 5,000 doors in the 100th District – an amazing achievement and a demonstration of his commitment to meeting everyone and finding out what concerns them most. I know that John Szewczyk will be an outstanding representative for us at the State Capitol. He understands the needs of small-size towns like Durham and Middlefield, and he will work to make our voices heard in Hartford. Please vote John Szewczyk state representative on Election Day! Cathleen L. Hinsch, Middlefield

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one of the best state representatives we have ever had. He is honest, caring and a hard worker. He has attended many community functions, volunteered his services at the Durham Fair, flu clinics etc. He enjoys hearing from the people of their concerns. He has been endorsed by many teachers including one of our all- time favorites Marcy Klattenberg. This alone speaks volumes. Anyone who knows Marcy is aware of her great wisdom, insight and judgment.

of ethics. He puts his constituents and their needs first. He understands the burden of our very high property taxes and will work in Hartford to help ease this burden with our new governor Dan Malloy. For a first term representative he has an amazing number of accomplishments! Matt has worked hard to maintain our quality of life. Please join me in voting for Democrat Matt Lesser, Dan Malloy, Tom Gaffey and Rosa Delauro. Susan K. Heuberger R.N., Middlefield

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We are very fortunate that we did not have to lay off teachers or cut services as we saw happened in many towns. Matt has worked diligently with the state in support of the schools and will continue this. He values education and it is one of his top priorities.

In a day where missteps, misspoken words, and corruption have come to define politics, John Szewczyk defies the norm. Our state’s deficit is daunting. The disconnect between the General Assembly and reality is scary. The politicians of yesterday have rolled the dice

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with our money and our trust and lost. We need integrity. We need someone who has Our best interest at hand, not a personal agenda. As a person from the community, a protector of the law, and a fiscally responsible individual, John will represent us well in Hartford. We need John Szewczyk. Kevin Lacz, Middlefield

Think before you vote Think about your votes this year. Don’t just vote for the nice woman or the handsome man. How did they vote? Investigate! Can you afford to pay for a massive Federal government with an irratic set of complex rules, taxes, fines and regulations that keeps the business community guessing? Before you vote, consider, “If you believe in yourself, you will command the government to respect your

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Support for Szewczyk Connecticut is at a crossroads. We are facing massive budget deficits, businesses are closing and families are struggling as a result. On November 2nd we have a choice and that choice is clear; we can vote to stay with the status quo, a one-party controlled super majority legislature that offers more of the same policies of taxing and borrowing to cover the deficit or we can choose John Szewczyk. John has a plan to balance our budget, without gimmicks and without more jobkilling taxes and borrowing. John is the only candidate in this race endorsed by the CBIA, a job-creating organization, because John understands the importance of encouraging businesses to start and grow in Connecticut. He understands that we can increase revenues by creating jobs, bringing business to Connecticut and growing the tax base instead of by raising taxes and chasing the jobs out of the state. We need a state government that stops taking from us and starts working for us. This election is crucial for the future of our state. Please support John Szewczyk on November 2nd. Tracy Mancinelli, Durham

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Re-elect Meyer and Lesser State Senator Ed Meyer has an outstanding and distinguished record in public service. He also displays an uncommon zeal for the work. He has shown over and over again that he cares about Durham and our needs. Ed has proven that he is willing to make the hard decisions that will put Connecticut back on firm financial footing. As Assistant Majority Leader, he has the clout to effect change. In his first year in the legislature, State Representative Matt Lesser was named a “Rising Sun” by People’s Action for Clean Energy and a “Children’s Champion” by the Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance. He, too, has spent countless hours in Durham and has been particularly effective in helping our dairy farms. We could not be better served. Ona McLaughlin, Durham

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Trust in Meyer I recently had some serious surgery. With the guidance of a very good family physician who insisted that we use a surgeon who was experienced in this surgery, the procedure went well. When I have major repairs on my home I try to choose someone who has had experience and a good reputation in this area. I trust experience. I trust my doctors; I trust my plumber, my furnace installer, etc. I likewise trust my senator. In a time when officials are being torn down just because they have served I value honest experience. Ed Meyer has earned my trust. He has spo-

ken out against corruption, supporting a bill to ban pension and benefits from state employees who have stolen from the state. He supports cuts to agencies where there are duplicate positions. He has opposed openly and honestly practices by Democrats and Republicans alike with forethought and honesty. Above all, his experience has helped him serve all of us. Please reward this experience, honesty and hard work on Nov. 2. Bill Wray, Durham

Szewczyk- the better choice We have a choice this election. Vote for the same old partisan politics and status quo or vote for John Szewczyk. John is a Durham-Middlefield native, a Hartford police officer and Durham’s Selectman. John understands people’s concerns and works to help them. That’s why

John has received multiple endorsements across party lines. Vote for a change. Vote for John Szewczyk. Jim Piotrowski, Durham

Response to Czaja I agree completely with the letter in a recent issue from Donna Weronik complaining about the letter from Mark Czaja. Apparently the Times is going to let this Mr. Czaja rant and rave and use foul language in their newspaper at will. I don’t know Mark Czaja but I assume he’s an adult. His negative, rude letter was followed by a youngster’s article that was extremely appropriate and courageous and to be coming right after Mr. Czaja’s letter was an insult to the youngster. Mr. Czaja’s letters are always negative, rude and foolish and in my opinion bring the quality of a very fine newspaper down. Perhaps I am incorrect in assuming

that Mr. Czaja is an adult but I don’t think a youngster would write such a trite, negative letter. Perhaps you have to print everything that is sent to your newspaper and therefore can’t pick and choose which letters are printed and which aren’t, but if you do have a choice as to whether or not you are going to print a specific letter I see no reason to print Mr. Czaja’s narrowminded rants on how he intends to brake CT laws . Dave Regan, Durham

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Blue Devils win again By Garri Saganenko Special to Town Times

The Coginchaug Blue Devils knew they were heavily favored going into their game on October 8 against Lewis S. Mills High School. Rushing out to a 34-6 half-

time lead, the Devils proved to be too physical for the Spartans, with both the offensive and defensive lines dominating the line of scrimmage all game. With the most important battle of the football game won, junior Alec Corazzini and senior

Photo Caption. Alec Corazzini (#15) breaks away from a defender. Photo Credit: Mykola Danczuk

Ryan Scherer continued to put up big numbers. On defense the trio of junior Nick Agramonte and senior cocaptains David Wheeler and Zach Faiella could not be stopped. From the start, the Devils showed it would not be much of a contest as junior, Sam Baker took the opening kickoff about fifty yards to the Mills 38 yard line. In a series of plays that only took a total of 49 seconds, Corazzini and senior E.J. Luther had runs of thirteen and 25 yards, with Luther taking the ball into the end zone. Baker converted the extra point. CRHS 7Mills 0 With the line pestering Mills’ sophomore quarterback Zane Millborne, the Spartans were forced to punt just four plays later. Starting from their 25 yard line, the drive began with junior Tyler Doherty carrying the ball thirteen yards before Mills was penalized for a late

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hit, adding another fifteen yards onto the run. After a series of dual nine yard runs by Doherty and Corazzini, Luther carried the ball deeper into Mills’ territory with a twelve yard gain. Following a run of no gain by Doherty and an incomplete pass, Scherer connected with junior wide receiver Ethan Donecker for a seventeen yard touchdown at 6:38 of the first quarter. CRHS 14-Mills 0 Sailing the kickoff all the way to the Mills one yard line, Sam Baker helped pin the Spartans deep in their zone. Once again, the Spartans were forced to punt four plays later after junior Shawn Donovan and Faiella each made a tackle for a loss. Three plays later, the Devils found themselves in the end zone after Corazzini showcased some solid breakaway speed, cruising into the end zone from 25 yards out at 1:58 in the first quarter. CRHS 21Mills 0

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Mills’ next drive was a disorganized, eleven play drive that had two fumbles, both recovered by Mills, and Wheeler picking up his first sack of the night for a three yard loss. The Devils would eventually take over on a turnover on downs. Two big plays highlighted the Devil’s next drive. The first play, a 24 yard pass from Scherer to junior Tyler Davis, and the last play, a 41 yard touchdown run by Corazzini as he went untouched the whole way at 7:14 of the second quarter. CRHS 28-Mills 0

Sustained by a personal foul and a pass interference call, the Devils helped Lewis Mills get on the board by giving them second chances. The drive ended when Millborne completed a one yard touchdown pass with 3:45 left in the second quarter. CRHS 28-Mills 6

Ryan Scherer kept the next drive going with his arm, completing a seventeen yard pass to Luther before tossing it off to Donecker on fourth down for about fifteen yards. Donecker, making some nice cuts, carried the ball another 35 yards, to the Lewis Mills one yard line. Corazzini would punch the ball in on the next play. CRHS 34-Mills 6

At the start of the second half, Wheeler quickly helped the Devils take possession of the ball, sacking the quarterback and forcing a fumble, which would be recovered by Faiella. Corazzini pounded the ball into the end zone for his fourth touchdown of the game at 9:32 of the third quarter. CRHS 41-Mills 6

With the exception of 65 yard touchdown pass, fifty of which was through the air, by Mills quarterback Millborne, the rest of the game was spent with Coginchaug running out the clock and flexing their defensive muscles. Coginchaug won handily, improving to 3-0, which makes sixteen of their last eighteen games a win. David Wheeler was awarded a spot in “Tom Yantz’s Fabulous 15”, run through the Hartford Courant, for his performance against Mills. He had seven tackles, two sacks, and a forced fumble.

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Coginchaug U12 comp soccer team win 2-1 over Naugatuck U12

Success in cheerleading competition

By Susan Andranovich Special to Town Times

Top row: Marisa Poulin, Katelyn Richardson, Jess Drop, Isabelle DeFlippo, Tiffany Mangiameli, Bridget Turecek, Emma Forrester and Alyssa Richardson. Bottom Row: Alycia Tirado, Erin Houchin, Amanda Paul (GK), Gillian Murphy, Francesca Andranovich, Olivia Preneta and Megan Decker. Photo submitted by Susan Andranovich

spread the ball to left forward Olivia Preneta, who proceeded to blow by the Naugatuck defenders and drilled the ball by the goalie, finding the back of the net. The fans cheered wildly as Coginchaug took the lead with 2 -1. The game was not over though, and Naugatuck almost converted on a direct kick from 40 yards out. Luckily, it hit the crossbar and the Coginchaug defense quickly cleared it out. With

the lead, the kickers took command of the rest of the half with multiple shots on goal. Although none found the net, it kept the opposing keeper on her toes. The final score of 2-1 was a great victory for Coginchaug’s first league game of the fall season.

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On Saturday, Oct. 16, all four Durham Middlefield Falcon cheerleading squads participated at the annual CTYFL Cheer Competition. All four teams danced and cheered their hearts out. All four teams not only have to learn their cheers for the football games on Sundays, they also need to learn a 2.5minute routine made up of cheer and dance for the competition. The first Falcon cheer squad to take the mat was the C team, which is made up of 9 and 10-year-olds and has 13 girls on the squad this year. These 13 girls really came together and worked as a team to pull off a very precise routine. After a few more teams took the mat, the B team, made up of 11 and 12-yearolds were next up. There were originally 16 girls on the team, but unfortunately three weeks before competition, one of the girls broke her leg. While her presence was missed by her teammates, the team was able to change around the routine so that no one would ever

know they were down a girl. Now that both teams had gone, it was a long wait while the rest of the teams took the mat for their 2.5minutes of glory. Once all teams had gone, everyone was called back to the gym for the awards ceremony. The second division to receive awards was the C large which is the division that our C team competed in. The C team won the Coordinators Award! Then came time for the B small division awards; this is the division that our B team competed in. The B team placed fourth in their division. This is the first time that a Falcon cheer team has placed at a competition. The afternoon session began at 2:30 p.m., which is the session we would see the oldest teams and the youngest teams take the mat. The A team made up of 13 and 14year-olds was the sixth team to take the mat. With only eight girls on the team, they pulled off a stellar routine. Right after the A team performed, it was time for the Mighty Mites to take the mat. This team has 22 girls

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