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Volume 18, Issue 23

Serving Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall

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Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall remember

At left (l-r), Brendan Burns, Kelly Burnham, and Michael and William Burns, of Durham — decked out in patriotic colors and American flag theme — attended the 10th anniversary 9/11 ceremony on the Durham Town Green. Above, deep in thought, veterans stand among the crowd during Middlefield’s ceremony at noon on Sept. 11. More photos on pages 34-35. Photos by Stephanie Wilcox and Cheri Kelley

Parents and RSD13 continue to respond to new bus routes By Mark Dionne Special to the Town Times During the second week of school, a group of kids waited with backpacks and

lunchboxes in front of Dolphin Days day care facility as their bus lumbered up the hill. At the start of the school year, these kids were supposed to wait on the corner

A group of students cross Jackson Hill Road to return to their School Street neighborhood on the first day of school. This bus stop has since been changed. Photo by Heidi DeFlippo

of Ozick Drive and Route 68 for their bus. Under direction from the Board of Education (BOE) to make more efficient routes, buses were not to enter most cul-de-sacs, including Ozick Drive where Dolphin Days is located. This stop, and others involving licensed day care facilities, was changed as a result of parental concerns. This school year has started with more complaints about buses than usual, as parents react to the transportation changes. Parents have expressed their conSee Bus Routes, page 5

Durham Inland Wetlands Commission approves Allyn Brook restoration at White Farm By Sue VanDerzee Town Times About 35 people attended a public hearing on Tuesday evening, Sept. 13, to weigh in on the subject of the restoration of Allyn Brook and the White Farm on Maple Avenue. One hundred and fifteen acres of the White Farm was purchased by the town in 1966 for $55,000 and is, in the words of one letterwriter, “the centerpiece of the town’s open space.” Most residents would agree with that sentiment, which was why the large attendance at the Inland Wet-

lands Commission public hearing was not unexpected. However, it was a bit surprising that every one of the dozen or so speakers supported the plan for brook restoration presented at the beginning of the hearing by town engineer Brian Curtis. In addition, Bob Melvin, co-chair of the Conservation Commission which oversees town-owned open space, and Warren Herzig, chair of the Agriculture Commission, both spoke of the support of their commissions for this project. The Board of SelectSee White, page 3

Town Times Community Briefs

Get Acquainted Night at CRHS Coginchaug Regional High School is hosting its annual “Get Acquainted Night” on Tuesday, Sept. 20. Parents are invited to follow their student’s schedule of classes from 6:30 p.m. until 8:40 p.m. and then return to the cafeteria for refreshments and informal talk un-

til 9 p.m. Please call the high school at 860-349-7215 if you have any questions about this event.

4 C’s dance The 4 C’s Square Dance Club (formerly Durham Cogin-Chuggers and Cheshire Cats) will hold their Welcome Fall Dance on Sunday, Sept. 25, at the Cheshire Community Youth Center (559 South

Corrections We strive to bring you the most accurate information available each week, but if you see something in Town Times that isn’t quite right, give us a call at 860-349-8000, and we’ll do our best to make things right. The letter printed last week by Elizabeth Gambardella was not written by Middlefield resident Beth Gambardella but rather by Elizabeth Gambardella, of East Haven, the executive director at Farnam Neighborhood House.

Index of Advertisers To advertise in the Town Times, call Joy Boone at 860-349-8026 Lyman Orchards........................21 Masonicare................................11 Meriden Humane Society..........10 Middlefield Lions Club ...............17 Middlefield Remodeling.............32 Middlesex Academy....................5 Middlesex Dance Center...........17 Middlesex Health Care Center....6 Middlesex Hospital ......................2 Midstate Tractor ........................16 Movado Farm ............................31 Natureworks ..............................20 Neil Jones Home Improvements ..31 New England Dental .................25 Northeast Utilities ........................7 Northford Family Dental ..............3 Peaceful Healing .......................11 Planeta Electric .........................22 Professional Security ................31 Raintree Landscaping ...............32 Raney, Jason, DMD..................20 Realty Associates......................35 RLI Electric ................................33 Roblee Plumbing.......................32 Rockfall Co ................................32 Rockwell Excavation & Paving..30 RSDL Home Improvements......29 Silver Mill Tours.........................12 Sisters Cleaning Service...........30 Snow Services...........................21 T-N-T Home & Lawncare..........29 Tile Renovators .........................32 Torrison Stone & Garden....24, 30 Uncle Bob’s Flower & Garden...15 Used Hitchcock Furniture..........21 VMB Custom Builders.........18, 32 Whitehouse Construction..........31 Windows Plus............................10

Art Guild in Middlefield Watercolor classes by Bivenne Staiger are offered on Tuesdays in Middlefield from 9:30 a.m. to noon. This program runs Sept. 20 through Oct. 25 (six classes) and covers all levels. Discounts are available for members. For more info, please call 860-346-6546.

Flu clinics scheduled Seasonal flu clinics are scheduled for the following dates and locations: Tuesday, Oct. 4 — 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Council Chamber, City Hall, Middletown. Friday, Oct. 21 — 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. at AME Zion Church, 440 West Street, Middletown. Wednesday, Nov. 2 — 12 to 8 p.m. at Coles Road Fire-

house, Cromwell. Tuesday, Nov. 15 — 12 to 8 p.m. at Durham Activity Center, 350 Main Street, Durham. Wednesday, Nov. 30 — 12 to 8 p.m. at Westfield Fire Department, Middletown. Wednesday, Dec. 14 — 12 to 8 p.m. at South Fire District Firehouse, Middletown. 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: the towns of Cromwell, Durham, Middlefield and the city of Middletown. For more information, call 860-344-3482.

Setback League The K Club, located at 168 Main St. in Rockfall, announces this year’s Setback League beginning Tuesday, Sept. 20. Registration is at 6:30 p.m. Games begin at 7 p.m. For new teams or additional info, contact Dave at 860-301-3178 or Jennifer at 860-301-5050.

In this issue ... Calendar ...........................4 Durham Fair Section...13-24 Obituary..........................26 Sports .........................27-30 Town Briefs ...............11-12

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men has also come out in favor of streambed restoration for Allyn Brook. The project proposes using a low-pressure vehicle on tracks to dredge the historical streambed of Allyn Brook from Maple Avenue to Route 68. The channel would be 20 feet wide and 2.5-3 feet deep in the center. The dredging spoils from the project would be piled on the land adjacent to the brook to dry out and then be removed. The length of the stream section to be restored is 3,200 feet with a 10foot elevation change along that length. In layman’s terms, that means it doesn’t move very fast. According to Curtis, the process would move one step ahead with the approval of the Inland Wetlands Commission (IWC). The next steps would be to submit the plans to the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP, formerly the DEP) and the Army Corps of Engineers, both of which must also approve the project. Any changes either body made to the plan as submitted would return to the local IWC for final approval. Public comments were entirely in support of the proj-

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ated. Since the dam was on private property, the town could do nothing about the collapse nor could they fix or stabilize it without the owner’s permission. For almost 10 years, the Public Works Department was able to keep up with the silt deposits by performing minimal kinds of maintenance on the brook, trees that fell into the brook and brush around it. About five or six years ago, however, the relationship between the Conservation Commission, charged with managing open space, and the Public Works Department broke down. Since that time, the brook has degraded considerably, leading to over a year-long discussion with the state DEP, Maple Avenue residents, the White family, local state legislators and others. Several months ago, the White family proposed that the town return the land to the family since the town appeared unwilling or unable to take care of it. See White, page 25

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Irene leaves mark; Durham BOS details how much By Cheri Kelley Town Times There were two main topics discussed at the Durham Board of Selectmen (BOS) meeting held on Sept. 12. The first was the creation of an Oversight Committee for the Public Works building project. First Selectman Laura Francis suggested including the people who were involved in planning the project, with those who work directly for the town of Durham used as consultants when needed to avoid overtime pay. The main subject of the evening was a storm update from Francis Willett, the town’s emergency management director. He started by thanking all the staff and volunteers who stepped up before, during and after the storm. Eighty percent of residents lost power, which is very hard when we are so dependent on technology, he

said. Many phones were out as well, and at times cell phones were down. “On the one cell tower that still had power, there were only 10 hours left at the time the electricity came back on,” Willett shared. The storm line worked well, he continued, but he believes there needs to be additional lines available for future emergency situations. Even though there was the website, text and other ways to communicate, they found that residents want to be able to speak to a human voice who can give them actual answers immediately. The town and Regional School District 13 (RSD13) worked well together to set up a shelter at the high school and provide three meals a day and hot showers for those in need. Since the first day of school was supposed to be on See BOS, page 12

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ect, with a sprinkling of clarifying questions, and much concern about the need for ongoing maintenance to make sure that large-scale restoration would not have to be conducted frequently. Farmer Joe Greenbacker, who has cut hay on the townowned portion of White Farm for years, noted that last year, he could cut only a “patch” of the usual field, and this year he couldn’t cut hay at all. Also of particular concern to both officials and the public was the effect of the continual flooding of the area on the public water supply located adjacent to the field. Regarding the issue of maintenance, First Selectman Laura Francis provided helpful perspective. The problems with the brook evidently started in the mid1990s with the collapse of a mill pond dam just east of Main Street. The dam had held back sediment in the pond behind it for decades — sediment which accumulated faster as building of homes and roads upstream acceler-

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Bridge Night Come to the Durham Activity Center every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. for a fun night of bridge with great people. If you are not sure how to play, Jim will teach you. You may call Jim at 860346-6611 for bridge questions. Call Durham Recreation at 860-343-6724 with further questions. MILE Fall Program Middlesex Institute for Lifelong Education (MILE) announces the fall schedule of outstanding programs which will begin with orientation/open house today at 10 a.m. This meeting and most of the programs, which begin on Monday, Oct. 3, will be held at Middlesex Community College (MxCC), 100 Training Hill Rd. in Middletown. For more info or to receive a brochure, you may call 860-343-5863 or go to www.mileonline.org.

SATURDAY

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Dudley Farmers’ Market The Farmers’ Market at the Dudley Farm, corner of routes 77 and 80 in North Guilford, is held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through Oct. 29. Local and organic produce, herbs, eggs, flowers, baked goods, honey, maple syrup, soaps, jewelry, knitted things, gift items and more homemade and homegrown items are sold. Camp Ingersoll’s 50th Anniversary Gala The YMCA Camp Ingersoll’s 50th Anniversary Gala is today from 5:30 to 11 p.m. at the Grand Pavilion at Camp Ingersoll (94 Camp Ingersoll Rd. in Portland). There will be good food, live music and great weather (under a covered pavilion!) Wear your cocktail attire...we’ll supply the cash bar, appetizers, light fare and band. For more info or to purchase tickets, go to www.midymca.org or call Patrick at 860-343-6207. Pasta Night St. James Episcopal Church (Route 81 and Little City Road in Higganum) will

be sponsoring a Pasta Night from 5 to 7 p.m. Enjoy a night out (without having to do dishes) with an authentic pasta (meatless sauce) and meatball dinner with salad, bread and homemade desserts. Take out is available. For more info and ticket prices, contact Elise at 860344-1828 or 860-345-2445. Football Halftime Contest The Coginchaug Football Club will be conducting a halftime contest at home football games this season. Each home game halftime contest will be dedicated to specific District 13 schools. The winner will receive a free limousine ride to and from school with five friends. Brewster and Korn Day will be today when Coginchaug battles Nonnewaug. Students should stop by the concession stand for a ticket, and five will be picked to come onto the field at halftime to take part in a contest. Check the weekly calendar in Town Times for home game dates. Antique Farm Equipment The Tobacco Valley Flywheelers Gas and Steam Engine Club announces its 31st annual show featuring displays of working antique machinery, farm tractors, steam engines and “hit and miss” engines. Show dates are today and tomorrow from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Haddam Meadows State Park, Route 154 in Haddam. Free parking and admission. For more info, call Russ Bengtson at 860-347-5774 or Randy Root at 860-346-6107.

SUNDAY

September 18 Autumn Concert The Little Church in the Wilderness (50 Emmanuel Church Rd. in Killingworth) is hosting a Four Seasons Plus Autumn concert today at 4 p.m. The performance will entertain with the works of Bach, Kittel, Alain, Bossi, Telemann and more. For more info and ticket prices, call 860-663-1109 or visit www.churchinthewilderness.org. Free to Breathe® This 5k run/walk and onemile walk will be today at Glastonbury High School (330 Hubbard Street) with registration beginning at 8

a.m. and the run/walk beginning at 10 a.m. One hundred percent of the net proceeds from this event will benefit the National Lung Cancer Partnership’s research, education and awareness programs. For more info, visit www.freetobreathe.com. Adoption Fundraiser Pets On Wheels of Connecticut will host its annual “Strut Your Mutt” fundraiser today. Strut Your Mutt is a 2K dog walk-a-thon that will be held at Wickham Park, 1329 W. Middle Turnpike in Manchester. Checkin is at 12:30 p.m., and the walk starts promptly at 1 p.m. Contests and prizes will be offered, as well as snacks and beverages. Online registration is available at www.petsonwheelsct.org. For more info and ticket prices, e-mail info@petsonwheelsct.org or call Elaine Papanic at 860-305-7153.

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September 19 Strong Open House Strong School will have its open house today at 6 p.m. Durham Senior Lunches Every Monday and Wednesday, hot lunches are available for seniors over 60 and their spouses at the Durham Activity Center located at 350 Main St. Following the lunches on Mondays is game time which includes billiards, Wii and cards. For pricing info and to make a reservation, call Amanda Astarita, senior café manager, at 860-349-3153. Middlefield Senior Lunches The Middlefield Senior Café is serving lunch three times a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Reservations are required 24 hours prior, and their monthly menu can be picked up at the center, Town Hall, or on their website: www.middlefieldct.org. Body & Sold Auditions Connecticut Heritage Productions, in association with the Soroptimists International of the Connecticut River Valley, announces auditions for a November production of Body & Sold, a documentary-style play that educates teens on the dangers of the sex trade. Roles are available for males and females, 18

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and older. Persons of color encouraged to audition. Auditions will be held in the Hubbard Room of the Russell Library today and Sept. 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. For more info, contact the director, Peter Loffredo, at ptloffredo@att.net or 860-347-7771.

TUESDAY

September 20 Lunch & Learn! Advances in minimally invasive surgery/surgical techniques have come a long way in recent years. Join Dr. Nicholas Verdura, MD, to learn more about minimally invasive advances for hernia repair, abdominal surgery and more from noon to 1 p.m. at The Village at Kensington Place (Meriden). Call 203-235-0181 to register. Setback League The K Club (168 Main St. in Rockfall) announces this year’s Setback League. Registration is at 6:30 p.m. today. Games begin at 7 p.m. For new teams or additional info, contact Dave at 860-301-3178 or Jennifer at 860-301-5050. Get Acquainted Night Coginchaug hosts its annual “Get Acquainted Night” tonight. Parents are invited to follow their student’s schedule of classes from 6:30 to 8:40 p.m. and then return to the cafeteria for refreshments and informal talk until 9 p.m. Call the school at 860349-7215with questions. Destination Durham Every Tuesday at 1 and 7 p.m. on Comcast Channel 19, Destination Durham will be aired for those living in Durham. DVDs are also available at the Levi Coe and Durham libraries.

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September 21 Durham Senior Lunches Every Monday and Wednesday, hot lunches are available for seniors over 60 and their spouses at the Durham Activity Center located at 350 Main St. Bingo starts at 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. For pricing info and to make a reservation, call Amanda Astarita, senior café manager, at 860-349-3153. Brewster Open House Brewster School will have

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THURSDAY

September 22 Durham Fair The Durham Fair is open to the public today from 4 to 10 p.m., tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more info about events, prices and parking, call 860349-9495 or visit www.durhamfair.com. Reduce High Blood Pressure High blood pressure is often a silent disease that can increase your risk of heart disease. Learn what the numbers mean and what an optimal blood pressure should be. Dr. Alina Osnaga, MD, will also share practical strategies to reduce your blood pressure from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Southington Public Library (255 South Main St.). Call 860-628-0947 to register.

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September 23 Lunch & Learn! Help For Your Headaches: More than 45 million Americans suffer from headaches every year. While common, there are many causes of headaches. Learn about the common causes of headaches, their symptoms and treatments and if and when you should seek consultation with a specialist today from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ashlar Village (Cheshire Road in Wallingford) with Justin Montanye, MD. Call 203-679-6017 to register. Bridge Night Come join in at the Durham Activity Center every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. for a fun night of bridge with great people. If you are not sure how to play, Jim will teach you. You may call Jim at 860-346-6611 for bridge questions. Call Durham Recreation at 860-343-6724 with further questions. Music on the Green at the Fair Middi and the Country Gentlemen (including Middi Sutherland of Middlefield) will be performing again this year at the Fair from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the green.

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per year. This savings was used to reduce the bottom line after the budget failed to pass a referendum in the spring. Many parents cite money as the real reason for the bus changes. Neighborhood bus stops result in longer walks on roads that some consider dangerous. “It’s insulting to us...that kids have to walk on dangerous roads,” said Peggy Forrester of Durham to the BOE in reference to Shunpike Road. Following up with parents with disputed bus stops reveals that many stops, like the ones for Dolphin Days, have already been changed. Kristen Prout, who began emailing Central Office as soon as the schedule was released, saw her single Oak Terrace neighborhood bus stop changed into two stops in locations that she sees as more reasonable. “I’ve actually talked to a lot of people who have gotten their stops changed,” Prout said, adding that she is aware of others who have not. “For every disgruntled parent, I’ve talked to a happy parent.” According to parents who began the year using a stop at the closed gas station on the corner of School Street and Jackson Hill Road, the traffic congestion from the cul-de-sac neighborhood created “a mess.” That stop, which had students crossing Jackson Hill Road, has also since been moved. A letter posted on the dis-

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trict’s website states that, following concerns from parents and caregivers, “safety issues for numerous individual families have been resolved, and several bus stops have been moved closer to the licensed day care facilities serving the families of our district.” Larger bus stops may also create other problems. According to a parent with a stop on a numbered road, an elementary school child was let off the bus two days in a row without their parent present, possibly because the driver could not tell which parents were responsible for which child. Parents have been instructed to put complaints in writing to Eileen Bengtson at the Central Office. Stops at issue are reviewed by a member of the Central Office, Viccaro and DATTCO’s Phil Johnson. Members of the BOE, according to Ochterski, do not make decisions about individual stops unless the matter comes to a hearing. The transportation policy is available on the district’s website.

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David Lavine Memorial Highway dedication On Sept. 9, a ceremony was held on the Durham Town Green to officially rename Route 79 the David Lavine Memorial Highway after late Durham State Representative David Lavine. State Representative Matt Lesser, who described Lavine as a “lion of a legislator,” and Durham First Selectman Laura Francis, who said Lavine had a love for life, spoke at the ceremony before Lavine’s wife Gladys expressed her hope that people will drive down the route and be reminded of him. Lavine represented Durham in the Connecticut General Assembly for two decades before passing away last December. Lavine, a nationally-recognized expert on energy issues, also authored Connecticut’s inland wetlands act. He later served as Connecticut’s commissioner of energy. Rep. Lesser authored legislation this year which designates the portion of Route 79 in Durham from the Killingworth-Durham town line to its end at the intersection of Route 17 the David Lavine Memorial Highway. “I thought this was a fitting way to honor David,” he said. Photos by Stephanie Wilcox Left, Lesser addresses the crowd. Right, Lavine’s wife Gladys, his youngest daughter Rebecca and his grandson Ari. ) (203 568 0 3 72

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As we worked tirelessly to put this week’s issue to print with a special 12-page pull-out Durham Fair section (we even pushed printing back an hour or two to make sure we had the latest version of the fairground map — thanks, Deb Waz!), I’m reminded of how many people are involved in making the fair a success each year. This week, to get the necesary information for publication, Town Times was in touch with a sampling of all those involved, from the Durham Fair Association folks to Fair Committee members, from volunteers to those beautifying the grounds to those behind the exhibits and even those in charge of the recycle barrels! Not surprisingly, we never had to dial a non-local number. All these folks reside right here in town. In a week, we’ll see all their hard work in action at the 92nd annual Durham Fair.

Let us not forget that the fair is known for its volunteerism, among other things. And how about all those not-for-profit booths made up of folks raising money for good causes? We squeezed in at least four new non-profit food booths into this year’s map on page 22. That’s a lot of options if you’re looking to patronize the non-profit organizations, which we encourage you to do. We hope you find what you need in the special section (page 13-24) and have a fun time next weekend. See you at the fair! Stephanie Wilcox, editor

Black and white cat found Young neutered male cat found in Durham on Route 17. Please call 860-3066316 to identify and claim.

Letters to the Editor Parking prices Okay, my wife just told me that my daughter’s parking fee to park at the high school went from $25 to $50. What? Are you kidding me? What is the reasoning for this 100 percent increase? Not every-

one in Durham and Middlefield is rich. Oh, I can hear the rebuttals already. “If you can afford an extra car, you can afford the extra money.” Wrong. I’m very fortunate to have a job, as well as my wife, but to pay double what we paid last year is ludi-

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. 31), only positive letters of support will be accepted. Of course, only signed letters with phone numbers, so we can verify authorship, will be accepted. Phone numbers won’t be printed.

Letters policy The Town Times intends to present a forum for the lively exchange of ideas and issues. To facilitate the publication of your contributions, several guidelines should be followed. Letters to the editor must be signed, with a phone number included. The writer will be called to confirm authorship. No anonymous letters will be printed, and letters may be edited for grammar or content. Contributions by any individual or group will not be published more frequently than once a month. Every effort will be made to print all letters received. However, the selection and date of publication will be at the discretion of the editor. Finally, the opinions expressed by our letter writers are not necessarily those of this newspaper. Deadline: Tuesday noon for Friday publication.

crous. I figure I’m saving the town money by not having her take the bus, so maybe I should ask for a refund for the gas they save not picking her and dropping her off. Enough is enough. Francis Martowski, Durham

More on chemical treatment We agree with Diane St. John in her shock over the use of pesticides used by True Green (formerly Chem Lawn) on the lawns of the schools in Durham. We have a friend who spent the rest of her life in a wheelchair in severe pain due to walking with bare feet on a lawn treated with these chemicals back in the ‘70s. We subscribe to the newsletter Organic Bytes (just Google it) to learn about the horrors that result in the food chain due to the use of chemicals just to have a “green, weed-free lawn.” It would be wonderful if Diane’s letter could begin to change this appalling practice in our town. My husband and I have been learning about organic practices since Jimmy Carter’s administration in the ‘70s. We have used the same cloth bags we bought 40 years ago from “Seventh

Generation” to do all our shopping. Imagine 40 years of shopping in cloth bags. They have been washed a zillion times. We had a compost pile when we lived in our condominium in the ‘70s. We put it secretly in the woods nearby. When we moved to Durham, we not only had a compost pile, but we also happily hung all our wash out and aired all our pillows and linens because we lived in the country and no longer had the restriction of a condo! I ranted years ago when the town took away the Courant boxes on Main Street and the Courant had to use plastic bags to cover the newspapers instead. We would not let them take our newspaper box away. Think about it. Twenty years of plastic bags every day, rain or shine, instead of using a newspaper holder. I digress here, but that is what happens when no one notices, and the changes become the norm. With the knowledge we have gathered over the years, we would not be responsible citizens if we used chemicals indiscriminately to just have a weed-free lawn. We feed birds and have children and animals on our lawn. Often it just takes some-

one to bring such an issue to the attention of the general population. The Board of Education should know that this is wrong, and now they do know it. Diane, we support your rant against the board to stop the use of chemicals and to “Go Green,” not “True Green” in our schools. The following quote from the great law of the Iroquois confederacy had a great impact on the way we led our lives 40 years ago, and maybe it will affect someone else the same way: “In our every deliberation, we must consider the impact of our decisions on the next seven generations.” Terry and Don Bourret, Durham

To the voters of Durham I grew up in Durham, graduated from RSD13 and went on to college. I returned to Durham as an adult where my wife and I have happily raised our two children. “Making Durham as good as it can be” has real meaning to me, both personally and as a public servant. After seven successful years as Durham’s tax collector, I am running for reSee Tax Collector, page 31

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Deadheading — it’s for the birds! hadn’t had time to do All summer, my gardens have been Nancy DuBrule-Clemente my usual deadheading routine. When I filled with tall stalks see these natural cyof beautiful yellow cles of nature taking sunflowers. Not the place, I vow to be less giant kinds that win diligent with my fall prizes at the Durham Fair, these are branched varieties, clean-up and encourage my gardens with flowers 4-6” across. Because of to be living bird feeders. According to a reference book these sunflowers, my garden is filled with the happy, lilting sound of from my home library, Birdscaping goldfinches. They love to eat the your Garden by George Adams, fresh sunflower seeds. In doing so, “coneflowers and black-eyed Susans are the favorites they plant their own birdseed 'Lemon Queen' sunflowers bloom- of finches, infor next year. I ing with Phlox paniculata 'Tracy's cluding house didn’t plant any Treasure'. I let the birds eat the finches, purple and of these sun- sunflower seeds but deadhead the finches goldfinches.” He flowers! The Phlox. Photo by Nancy DuBrule-Clemente also mentions birds have been chickadees, cardoing it for the dinals, sparpast six years! rows, nuthatchThe other es, towhees and day, I was worktitmice using ing in the garthe dried seed dens at Naturepods for food. I works when I have seen sevenspotted a flash of yellow; goldfinches were flitting foot tall stalks of Rudbeckia nitida about, landing on the coneflower ‘Herbstsonne’ swaying back and (Echinacea purpurea) seed heads forth, birds riding the tall, pointed and feeding. I stopped and watched cones. Unlike Echinacea, whose seed this activity, grateful that I had been busy with hurricane clean-up and See Nature, page 25

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Dora would never replace Backpack structed backpack in Thirty-three years Claudia O’Connell a neutral color (not ago, I received a gift the trendy color), and from my older brothone that is backed by er, then a freshman at a lifetime guarantee. the University of Connecticut. It was a royal blue ny- L.L. Bean famously stands behind lon backpack screen-printed with theirs: “Our products are guaranthe UConn crest, with a sturdy suede teed to give 100% satisfaction in bottom. I was only 10, but I felt so every way. Return anything purcool to have a college backpack. It chased from us at any time if it was short on bells and whistles, and proves otherwise. We do not want as I recall it had only two compart- you to have anything from L.L. Bean ments — one large and one small. I that is not completely satisfactory.” beat that thing to death and carried And they mean it. I have put them to it for the rest of my school career, fi- the test, and they never disappoint. In the end, it becomes less about nally setting it aside in 1991, its saving money (although this is a big UConn crest a mere ghost image. The point here is that I used one deal) and more about values. A perwell-made backpack for 11 years, fectly sound backpack should be and it persevered, zipper and all. I used, not tossed aside in favor of a never asked for a new bag. It just did- new color. But should you have to ren’t occur to me. This is what I hope place one, please donate the old one. folks can return to. I have three kids, Certainly someone can put it to good and they ask for new backpacks now use. Try Goodwill, Salvation Army and again. They don’t ask every or find out more about the mission of year, and I often say “no,” but I’ve al- The Birders’ Exchange that redisready made some mistakes. A back- tributes used equipment (including pack with a Disney princess pulling backpacks) and tools for the Ameriup the rear simply won’t go the dis- can Birding Association. For more information, visit www.aba.org. tance. And when you buy the right backAmericans will buy millions of backpacks to kick-off the 2011 school pack, apply the same criteria to a year. Let’s make this purchase count. I suggest buying a well-conSee Backpack, page 10

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A call to arms unstinting sacrifice Enough. It’s time to Sue VanDerzee to which we must rereclaim our future. turn. The 2,792 That, for me, was the beloved people who lesson of the tenth andied on that clear niversary of the terSeptember morning a decade ago derorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. I woke up angry and oh so sad. Sad serve a more fitting tribute than for the loss of life and the terror of bombs rained on even more poor vilthat day ten years ago and angry at lages half a world away. Many of the way we have squandered those them died, including Middlefield’s feelings of compassion and courage own Bruce Eagleson, helping others that marked the first minutes and to safety or giving up places in line hours and days after the tragedy. I so that others might live. Their remember visiting the site soon poignant last phone calls were love enough after the Twin Towers came letters to friends and families. They crashing down so that posters of deserve better than more war, more missing loved ones still adorned division, more hatred in the world walls and lampposts. I remember they would not have chosen to leave. And so this is a call to arms, not in reading the messages from visitors around the world. “We are with the sense of “armed and dangerous” you.” “We grieve for your loss.” “We but in the sense of arms to hug, arms are praying for the USA.” “Peace to to work for peace and justice, arms you in the midst of this terrible with hands to clasp a neighbor’s tragedy.” I remember the truckloads hands to create a living memorial to of water and supplies collected al- those who died, not only on Sept. 11, most instantaneously and sent on 2001, but since then, across the whole their way to help survivors, of whom span of years — thousands of solthere were too few, and eventually diers, hundreds of thousands of emergency and construction work- Iraqis and Afghans. More death will ers at the site of the World Trade not create either the safety we crave and can never have on this fragile Center in New York. This is what good people do when planet or a fitting memorial for those faced with tragedy and disaster. They we lost. In the end, we are left with love or race out of firehouses, police stations, offices and homes to help with rescue; we are left with nothing. It’s long they supply what’s needed. They com- past time to take up arms and gather fort each other; they light candles and in and spread around all the love we can muster. Judging from the memopray and hold vigils. It is to those hours and days of ries of Sept. 11, 2001, that is a lot of shared humanity, raw courage and love indeed.

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P&Z discuss special event regulations

Symington and Bristol answered commission members’ questions regarding the event, which will be held from Oct. 7-9 and will showcase nearly a dozen bands. Doyle assured commission members that sound systems will project into the forest, and all noise ordinances will be respected. All neighbors have been approached regarding the event, as have town administrators, police and ambulance personnel. A lengthy discussion ensued concerning regulations for special events, such as

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the one used by the town of Middlefield, and whether a special permit should be required for this event pending such regulations being developed. Town planner Geoff Colegrove explained that, because Camp Farnam has been See P&Z, next page

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(Unless otherwise indicated, all meetings are held in the Durham Library. Check the town website at www.townofdurhamct.org for updates.) Friday, September 16 7 p.m. — Board of Assessment Appeals at Town Hall Saturday, September 17 10 a.m. — Board of Assessment Appeals at Town Hall Monday, September 19 7 p.m. — Board of Selectmen in the Town Hall on third floor meeting room Tuesday, September 20 7 p.m. — Board of Finance at Town Hall 7 p.m. — Agriculture Commission at Town Hall Wednesday, September 21 7 p.m. — Recreation Committee at the Durham Activity Center 7:30 p.m. — Planning and Zoning

nam, parties have signed a contract capping attendance at 200, prohibiting fires and requiring proof of insurance, stating that all requirements have been met.

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Durham residents Christopher Symington and Jonathan Bristol regarding their annual Fall Down Festival. For the last two years, the festival has been held in Guilford without any incidents or problems. Doyle reported that, as with all events held at Camp Far-

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With no business raised in public session of its Sept. 7 meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) invited Frank Lane to address the board regarding Tilcon’s site plan review. Lane presented Tilcon’s annual review of quarry operations, indicating there has been no expansion this year and describing intentional landscaping to protect wetlands and measures taken to be in compliance with new DEP regulations. He indicated that Tilcon is working with the Army Corps of Engineers to ensure compliance and will provide the commission with a copy when completed. Attention turned to John Marotta’s request for modification of his previously approved site plan for an industrial building at the corner of Skeet Club and Wallingford Road to expand the building by eight feet. Because the additional eight feet will bring the building closer to wetlands, Marotta must first obtain approval from the Inlands Wetlands and Watercourses Agency, and the application was tabled pending that approval. Michael Doyle addressed the commission on behalf of Camp Farnam, reporting that due to a grant received,

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Middlefield Government Calendar (Unless otherwise indicated, all meetings are held in the Community Center.) Tuesday, September 20 7 p.m. — Conservation Commission 7 p.m. — Board of Selectmen Wednesday, September 21 7-10 p.m. — Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency 7 p.m. — Metacomet Regional Windfarm Committee

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in operation for so long, it is grandfathered and not sub-

ject to the same regulations as other organizations like the Fair Association. Doyle agreed, indicating that he came before the commission

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mercial regulations and recent legislation passed by the State of Connecticut regarding bond requirements, which will affect town operations and regulations. Colegrove will provide said changes to members as soon as they are complete. Commercial regulation revisions are done, and revisions to industrial regulations have begun. Once complete, all three (residential, commercial and industrial) will be sent to adjacent towns for review. Under Zoning Enforcement/Town Planner Report, Colegrove indicated that billboard signs have been turned off pending installation of lower wattage lights. Reporting on signs, he shared that, according to state regulations, municipalities can take down signs in their right-of-way and suggested sending notices first, warning that unapproved signs will be taken down. Before closing, chairman George Eames shared a letter from a Southington resident thanking the commission for their work in approving the horse crematorium, including a photo of her beloved horse who had died and was put to loving rest. Colegrove added that he went out to see the crematorium and was very impressed, stating it is a very sophisticated operation. (Elisabeth Kennedy/In attendance)

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Sept. 1, the schools were stocked with food for lunches. Many of the schools were without electricity, and thus the stored food would have spoiled. The food was used by the folks at the shelter. There were just under 400 meals served and over 600 showers taken. Willett wanted to thank the custodial and food service staff and all those who pitched in at RSD13. The cost for the storm was about $13,000, and Francis expects there to be more expenses trickling in. Twenty-eight calls from the public went directly to the Durham Volunteer Fire Department, and once the message boards went up, there were 627 calls that went into the storm line. Willett recognized the Public Works Department saying “Kurt (Bober) sometimes amazes me. His crew was out in this storm as he thought it was best to clear the impassable roads quickly. They were the first responders’ first responders.” Francis stated that Middlefield asked Durham for help, and “we immediately partnered with them.” There were ideas about a joint Emergency Management Department floating around before, and she will not be surprised if the topic comes up again.

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as a courtesy to provide them information about the event and to assure members that attendance will be capped at 200 per Camp Farnam’s lease agreement, that plans for food and beverages have been approved by Bill Milardo and that security plans were reviewed by the resident trooper and ambulance corp. Commission members felt letting the event happen without a permit would set a permissive use that it did not intend and suggested Camp Farnam apply for a special permit to evaluate and define use and set limits. Doyle maintained that this event is no different than other events held this year, citing a retirement party in June attended by 200 people and the Exchange Club picnic held each year. Colegrove indicated that there is no problem with the event, but he felt rushing without deliberation is never a good idea and suggested developing a one-time use permit, then working with Doyle to develop regulations. He added that there is no application before the commission, so they can only recommend that Camp Farnam file one. Members agreed they would like to see an application, and, if filed, it will go to public hearing at the next meeting (Sept. 21). Doyle indicated that he will consider filing an application. The commission’s focus turned to revisions of com-

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92nd annual Durham Fair, Sept. 22-25 Let these photos from the 2010 Durham Fair remind you of the food, entertainment, rides, animals, exhibits and fun that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking forward to next weekend. This 12-page section has all the info you need for the 92nd annual Durham Fair.

Photos by Stephanie Wilcox, Judy Moeckel, Frank LoGiudice, Karen Kean and submitted.

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What’s new at the Durham Fair? By Cheri Kelley Town Times It is almost fair time, and there are some new things that fairgoers should know. Town Times did the legwork to get the scoop. Parking on White Farm is not happening this year, according to Michelle LaPointe, marketing coordinator for the Durham Fair Association. Instead, there will be more cars parking on the other fair lots: Strickland, Greenbacker and Wimler farms. Those who are working the fair, such as volunteers who would usually have a pass for White’s Farm, will have a sticker this year, as usual. This year, however, there will be an earlier bus at 6:30 a.m. at the Strickland lot to pick up

only those who need to be at the fairgrounds early. After the regular closing buses from the fair leave, there will be additional late buses for those working the fair. The time cut-off on those buses is not known at this time, but they will be going on an asneeded basis. Residents around town have noticed that, due to recent rainfall, there might be water on the Strickland property, which raised concerns about parking. LaPointe stated, “Strickland is a huge, huge property and I haven’t heard about anything changing for Strickland. It is 100 percent usable, as far as I know.” Another change is the location of the Durham Fair office, which used to be located in the Crow’s Nest. It is now

located in the Durham Fair House, located at 24 Town House Road (near the top entrance).

Inquiring photographer Karen Kean asked “What are you most looking forward to at the fair?”

There are also some changes to the exhibition space this year. LaPointe stated, “It should be interesting to see. So much of the exhibits have been worked on and are combined in the llama building; everyone has been working so hard.” A new souvenir this year is a poster featuring a collection of 23 years of Durham Fair posters, which was done by Bert Design Group in Middletown.

Alec Bogen: “The food.”

Westly Benjunas: “The Zipper” (a ride).

Jen Liseo: “The food.”

Alycia Tirado: “The food.”

Paige Larkin: “The Demolition Derby. My family will have a car there.”

Katelyn Hill: “The omelet from the Little League Booth, little pig races and the big concerts.”

Brian S.: “The rides.”

Bernadette S.: “Spending time with my kids on the rides.”

For continual fair updates, check www.durhamfair.com or their Facebook page www.facebook. com/pages/Durham-FairAssociation.

Residents encouraged to use recycling barrels at the fair By Cheri Kelley Town Times

Organization, or ECO, have partnered to sort through the mounds of garbage to separate all that can be recycled. Five years ago, ECO Club, headed by Susan Michael, Science Department chair at Coginchaug Regional High School (CRHS), was presented with the President’s Envi-

Can you imagine how much garbage and recyclables are generated at a four-day fair? This fair season will be the sixth year that Boy Scout Troop 27 and the Environmental Coginchaug

ronmental Youth Award for their collective efforts in the project. Stefan Michael is the Troop 27 scout leader and also leader of the recycle project. According to Susan Michael, the scouts set up See Recycle, page 20

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Admission One-Day Tickets Thursday All tickets: $10 Children 11 and under: FREE Friday - Sunday Adults: $15 Senior (62 and over): $13 Children 11 and under: FREE Exhibitor: $20 ATM (Liberty Bank): $15 Online: $15 Multi-Day Tickets Three-Day: $32 Four-Day: $40 *There is no additional charge for the professional entertainment shows. Advanced Tickets Please visit www.durhamfair.com to purchase tickets online. Group Tickets Discounted ticket packages are available for non-profit organizations, corporate Photo by Judy Moeckel groups, employee activity groups and social organizations. Arrangements must be made at least one week in advance. Please call Mary Ann Lentz at 860-344-7240.

Volunteers needed for Durham Fair If you are looking for a way to be a part of the largest all-volunteer fair in North America, then sign up today to sell tickets, take tickets or stamp hands! This is a great way to get involved, and a fun time is always guaranteed! Shifts are only four hours long, and you will receive a one-day general admission ticket and a parking pass — a $20 value — and the parking pass is good for all four fair days. This is perfect for anyone, including students who need volunteer hours, the boy scouts and girl scouts and those who just love the fair! For more information, please contact Donna Louisa at 860-349-3656 or durhamfairsch@aol.com. See you at the fair!

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Main Stage Friday, Sept. 23, at 7 p.m. — KC and the Sunshine Band Saturday, Sept. 24, at 7 p.m. — Blues Traveler Sunday, Sept. 25, at 3 p.m.— Steel Magnolia

September 17 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the White’s Gate Info Booth 18 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Durham Fair House (24 Townhouse Rd) 19 3 to 8 p.m. at the Durham Fair House 20 12:30 to 9 p.m. at the White’s Gate Info Booth 21 3 to 9 p.m. at the White’s Gate Info Booth

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Schedule for exhibitor tickets September 17 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the White’s Gate Info Booth and the Needlework Building 19 3 to 8 p.m. at the Horticulture Building 20 12:30 to 9 p.m. at the White’s Gate Info Booth 21 3 to 9 p.m. at the White’s Gate Info Booth Prices $32 Advanced Ticket - 3 Day Admission $40 Advanced Ticket - 4 Day Admission $20 Exhibitor Ticket (in advance only) $7 *Student Ticket (in advance only) *Please note student tickets are available for Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall student residents only. Students must bring their school ID or proof of residency in Durham, Middlefield or Rockfall when they come to purchase tickets. Midway bracelets for Friday, Sept. 23, will also be available for sale the above times ($20 in advance, $22 at fair). If you have any questions, please call 860-349-9495.

Historical treasures of the Durham Fair certainly are the horse, oxen and pony pulls. These contests are a throwback to our agricultural past. The horse pulls, in particular, have been known to last long into the night with eager fairgoers packing the hill and bleacher areas around the ring until the very end to see which team comes out on top. *Please note: The Durham Fair makes it a priority to ensure that all animals participating in competitions are treated in a humane and respectful manner.

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Talent show The annual Durham Fair Talent Show is back for another year showcasing the best singers, dancers and entertainers from across the state. It will be held on Sunday, Sept. 25, on Center Stage. See www.durhamfair.com for audition details.

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How a love for farming blossoms By Cheri Kelley Town Times When we think Durham Fair, we think agriculture. When we think agriculture, we think farms. When we think farms, we think about cows. And when we think about cows, we often think

about Deerfield Farm in Durham. Deerfield Farm has become a household name to many folks in Durham and Middlefield. It is owned by the town of Durham and operated by Melynda Naples under a lease agreement. Naples had some experi-

Exhibits With over 12,000 entries every year, the Durham Fair takes great pride in the variety of exhibits and quality of work that are displayed throughout our livestock barns and exhibit halls. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the thrill of competition, the prize money or winning that desired blue ribbon or Best in Show rosette, every exhibitor has his or her own special reason for participating. We encourage everyone, especially those who have never exhibited, to give it a try this year!

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Personal skills / plant science Whether your passion is in the personal skills areas of art, baking, canning, crafts and collections, needlework and photography or plant science such as Christmas trees, flowers, fruits, giant pumpkin or horticulture, there is no shortage of categories to pique a fairgoerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interest. These exhibit areas truly exemplify the variety of products that are so beautifully displayed in the exhibit halls of the Durham Fair.

ence in farming as she grew up in North Madison on a small 10-acre farm. Her family raised registered Jersey cattle, primarily as a hobby. They showed the animals at local and regional fairs and raised veal. Naples decided to get into farming for the long haul. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I knew that I wanted to do something with dairy cattle or horses,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I did both for a while, but the cows won out as a career. (I) donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be happy sitting behind a desk. I love to be outdoors and have animals outnumber the amount of people I deal with each day.â&#x20AC;? Naples attended the University of Connecticut (UConn) and majored in animal science, although she did not finish her degree. Most of what she learned was from growing up with her familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own small herd of Jerseys, during the time she spent working at Mid Valley, a dairy farm in Killingworth, and working at the Kellogg Dairy Center at UConn. As far as processing the dairy products, Naples just read lots of recipes and tried things. It was a development through trial and error until she got it just right. She also learned by observing other farms that make similar

Youth One of our largest exhibit departments can be found in the Youth area. From individual entries to entire school class entries, there is nothing but smiles all around when these youngsters come in to find their special entry has won a ribbon at the Durham Fair! And we can only bet that our littlest exhibitors grow into our adult exhibitors as they get older.

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The Jolly Ranchers (l-r): Sarah, Logan, Samantha, Bailey, Audra and Kristen. Submitted photo products. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Other farms have been a great resource for me,â&#x20AC;? she explains, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and have proven to be very helpful.â&#x20AC;? The location of Deerfield Farm is on the corner of Parmalee Hill Road and Pent Road. It was operated by Tony Caltobiano until his passing. Naples stated, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Durham has been a great place for the farm and our farmstead dairy products. There is a strong need for local, natural products. Connecticut residents are becoming increasingly educated about the positives of local food and seeking it out.â&#x20AC;? Town Times wanted to know if there were challenges as a woman farmer that others in the field may not have to experience. Naples responded, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Yes! But

it has gotten better. When I first started the farm in 2005, I certainly got looks and reactions of doubt, especially when it came to the tractors and equipment.â&#x20AC;? Naplesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; knowledge and willingness to learn has gotten her far as Deerfield Farm is planning on expanding their offerings this year and into 2012. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One thing I hate,â&#x20AC;? Naples said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;is when young people today are told that they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t farm for a living, and they need to have a real job in addition. Folks seem to forget that farming feeds us, and more young farmers s locally ensures more fresh, healthy food for generations to come.â&#x20AC;? For many, having your See Farming, page 20

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Special fair exhibit pays tribute to those who served in WWI & WWII By Cheri Kelley Town Times

there was a very nice response out of the attics in town. Hamma stated, “Some Mabel Hamma, the histori- very interesting stories have an for the Durham Fair Edu- to do with the individuals and cation Department, and Emi- their family members. The foly Annino, the Education Ex- cus was to just pay tribute to hibit/Discovery Center point everyone who was involved; person, are putting together a these were global wars, not tribute exhibit for those who like those of today. Some of served at home and abroad the people that served in WWII were drafted in high during World War I and II. After Town Times printed school and didn’t get to graduan article asking for residents ate. They went away young who had stories, artifacts, pic- men and came back mature tures and the like to contact men.” One story was about a man Hamma or Annino, in order to build a great historical ex- who had to sleep in a foxhole hibit at the fair, Hamma said for five months. He had trench foot and only had two pair of socks — one pair that he wore on his feet and the other that he wore against his chest over night in order to help dry them. Each morning they would be Joe Ramboli, left, was one of four switched out. boys from Durham High School who Another story was drafted before graduating. A few was about a years ago, Ramboli, along with Bert young man who lived on a farm Parmelee, “Billy” Stannard and and had a very Patrick Gervasi were given diplomas serious accident, which required a during Coginchaug’s graduation. 1217248

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plate to be put in his skull. He healed and wanted so much to be able to join the service. Hamma said, “he was like a kid at Christmas when they called and accepted him.” While in the service, he became a paratrooper and had another accident that kept him in the hospital for quite some time. His father passed when he was away in the service. Once he was able to return home, he became the father figure for his family. He kept the farm going. He was also the overseer for a park in Marlborough that was designed for military people who obtained injuries at war. Hamma told these stories with such pride and warmth for those who have given so much for America. The exhitbit at the Durham Fair will be a great opportunity to learn about our history and the brave people that helped make America what it is today.

and take away the barrels and clock numerous hours sorting and recycling. Last year, both groups together raised $1,800 and recycled 33,000 bottles. The project has a great relationship with the Coca-Cola company, according to Susan Michael. Coca-Cola gives the group seven cents per bottle instead of the regular five cents, so in addition to sorting the bottles from the regular trash, the youth sort the Coca-Cola products for added benefit. Any other recyclable items, like vendors’ metal soup cans or plastic containers, are also recycled by the group. The reason? It is the right thing to do, even with no monetary benefit. The amount of profits each group gets is based on the breakdown of hours worked. Michael stated, “It is really more of a service project than a fundraiser.” The funds usually

Farming own farm seems impossible, but Naples — through her involvement with the 4H group “The Jolly Ranchers” — is sharing her enthusiasm with children, who may be the farmers of tomorrow. The Jolly Ranchers 4H club has been around for about 18 years. When Naples started the farm in Durham, it became a meeting place for the club. There are three leaders, including Naples, her sister Kathy and mom Ruth. Naples works with the eight youth who lease heifers from the farm and exhibit them at the local fairs. In the beginning, the group consisted of kids with almost no experience with cows. “Looking back to 2005, we did

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Members of ECO set up recycling barrels around the Durham Fairgrounds. go back into another service project. For example, the ECO club pays for the food at their annual Hunger Awareness Banquet. They also purchased a bike rack at CRHS and have helped to sponsor school participationin the Envirothon. Michael encourages folks to use the receptacles at the fair to ensure more recycling and less sorting time for the youth. (Continued from page 17)

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a lot of general activities including learning about animals, community service, crafts, etc. Now the group is very focused on their dairy projects. The kids do several clinics and workshops each spring to prepare for the show season.” Naples loves to hear some of the older club members talk about going into agriculture or veterinary sciences after high school. Two of the members are attending Middletown High School for the vocational agriculture program. The Jolly Ranchers will be participating in the Durham Fair as usual. Naples invited folks to visit the club in the dairy barn. “They are very well-spoken youth who are great at educating the public about their dairy projects,” she said. Four members of the Jolly Ranchers are participating in 4H Day at the Big E this year as well: Kristen, Bailey, Audra and Samantha. Each year, up to 35 4H youths from New England and their dairy projects are selected to show with the New England 4H dairy program. They will be at the Big E this Thursday through Sunday, showing their heifers at 2 p.m. on Saturday.

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Durham Fair Daily Schedule Thursday, Sept. 22 5 p.m. Various Children’s Games at Kids’ Place 5 p.m. Aquatudes at Green Stage 6 p.m. Jon Stangel/Terri Everett – Swing Dance at Discovery Center 7 p.m. Karma Brothers at Center Stage 7 p.m. CJ West and the Downtown Train at Green Stage 7:30 p.m. Demolition Derby at Motorized Events

Friday, Sept. 23 9 a.m. Beef Cattle Showmanship at Cow Palace 10 a.m. Core Club – Drum’s Alive at Center Stage 10 a.m. Mini Pedal Tractor Pull at Kids’ Place 10 a.m. Hula Hoop Contest at Kids’ Place 10:30 a.m. Donut Eating Contest at Kids’ Place 11 a.m. Ox Pull at Animal Pull Ring 11 a.m. Canning – Phyllis Naples-Valenti & Mark Vosburg at Discovery Center 11 a.m. Middi and the Country Gentlemen at Green Stage 11 a.m. Joe Howard (Magician) at Kids’ Place 11 a.m. Henna Painter, roaming 11:30 a.m. CRHS Jazz Band and Show Choir at Center Stage 12 p.m. Bubble Gum Blowing Contest at Kids’ Place 12 p.m. Susan Peak, roaming 12:30 p.m. Animal Sounds Competition at Kids’ Place 1 p.m. Backyard Chicken Raising – Dr. Michael J. Darre at Discovery 1 p.m. Two Reasons at Green Stage 1 p.m. Balloon Stomp Competition at Kids’ Place 1:30 p.m. Clothing Relay Competition at Kids’ Place 2 p.m. Black Forest Band at Center Stage 2 p.m. Joe Howard (Magician) at Kids’ Place 3 p.m. Thames Valley Rockhounds – Bob Reynolds at Discovery Center 3 p.m. Sons of Liberty at Green Stage 3 p.m. Potato Sack Race at Kids’ Place 3:30 p.m. Pie-Eating Contest at Kids’ Place 4 p.m. Benevolent Dictators at Center Stage 4 p.m. Dairy Cattle Showmanship at Cow Palace 4 p.m. Hudson Howard, roaming 4:30 p.m. Trout Unlimited – Ed Albreght at Discovery 5 p.m. Lewis Ave at Green Stage

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Meanwhile town officials went forward with this stream restoration plan. After hearing the positive input from the public and engaging in brief discussion involving the role of the IWC and whether or not “nature” was best left to take its course, the commission, with none in opposition, approved the plan presented by Curtis with one addition — provision of some sort of sediment control in the portion of the stream to be restored. The sediment control could be “sediment ripples,”

which might be placed just to the west of the Maple Avenue bridge, or an actual sediment collection pond somewhere along the length of the stream. Curtis will now carry the amended plan forward to the DEEP and the Army Corps of Engineers. He hopes to have approvals in place in time to do the work next summer during the July and August “dry season.” Other business During their regular meeting preceding the public hearing, the IWC heard from engi-

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Coginchaug Fall Sports Schedule

Football September 17 V vs. Nonnewaug, 1 p.m. 19 JV at Nonnewaug HS Field, 4 p.m. 28 FR at Canton HS, 4 p.m. October 1 V vs. Hyde Leadership, 1 p.m. 3 JV vs. Hyde Leadership at Bowen Field, 3 p.m. 6 FR vs. North Branford at Colafati Field, in NBHS, 4 p.m. 8 V vs. Lewis Mills at Muzzy Field, 3 p.m. 10 JV vs. Lewis Mills, 3:45 p.m. 13 FR vs. Haddam-Killingworth, 3:45 p.m. 14 V vs. East Hampton/Vinal Tech at Palmer Field, 6:30 p.m. 17 JV vs. East Hampton/Vinal Tech, 3:45 p.m. 22 V vs. Old Saybrook/Westbrook, 1 p.m. 24 JV vs. Old Saybrook/Westbrook at Old Saybrook HS, 3:30 p.m. 27 FR vs. Valley Regional/Old Lyme, 3:45 p.m. 28 V vs. Valley Regional/Old Lyme at Valley Regional HS, 6:30 p.m. 29 JV vs. Valley Regional/Old Lyme, 10:30 a.m. November 3 FR vs. North Branford, 3:30 p.m. 4 V vs. North Branford at Colafati Field, in NBHS, 6:30 p.m. 5 JV vs. North Branford, 10:30 a.m. 10 FR at Haddam-Killingworth HS, 3:30 p.m. 12 V vs. Haddam-Killingworth, 1 p.m. 14 JV at Haddam-Killingworth HS, 3 p.m. 17 FR vs. Xavier, 3 p.m. 19 V vs. Morgan, 1 p.m. 21 JV vs. Morgan at Peters Complex, 4 p.m. 24 V vs. Cromwell at Pierson Park, 10 a.m.

Boys’ Soccer September 17 V at Valley Regional HS, 7:30 p.m. 19 JV vs. Valley Regional, 3:45 p.m. 20 V at North Branford HS, 3:45 p.m. 21 JV vs. North Branford, 3:45 p.m. 22 V vs. Haddam-Killingworth, 3:45 p.m. 23 JV at Haddam Killingworth HS, 3:45 p.m. 26 JV vs. Hale Ray, 3:45 p.m. 27 V at East Hampton HS, 3:45 p.m. 28 JV vs. East Hampton, 3:45 p.m. October 1 V at Old Saybrook HS, 11 a.m. 3 JV vs. Old Saybrook, 11 a.m. 4 V vs. Old Lyme, 3:45 p.m. 5 JV vs. Old Lyme at Town Woods Park, 3:45 p.m. 7 V vs. Portland, 3:45 p.m. 8 JV at Portland HS, 10:30 a.m. 10 V vs. Morgan, 3:45 p.m. 11 JV vs. Morgan, 3:45 p.m. 13 V vs. Westbrook, 3:45 p.m. 14 JV at Westbrook HS, 3:45 p.m. 15 V vs. Morgan at Indian River Complex, 2 p.m. 15 JV vs. Morgan at Indian River Complex, 3:45 p.m. 17 V vs. North Branford, 3:45 p.m.

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JV at North Branford HS, 3:45 p.m. V vs. Valley Regional, 3:45 p.m. JV at Valley Regional HS, 3:45 p.m. V at Haddam Killingworth HS, 5 p.m. JV vs. Haddam-Killingworth, 3:45 p.m. V at Cromwell HS, 6 p.m. JV vs. Cromwell, 3:45 p.m. V at Hale-Ray HS, 7:15 p.m.

Girls’ Soccer September TBA JV vs. Hale Ray, TBA 17 V at Valley Regional HS, 5:30 p.m. 17 JV vs. Valley Regional, 10:30 a.m. 19 V at North Branford HS, 3:45 p.m. 20 JV vs. North Branford, 3:45 p.m. 21 V vs. Haddam-Killingworth, 3:45 p.m. 22 JV at Haddam Killingworth HS, 3:45 p.m. 26 V at East Hampton HS, 3:45 p.m. 27 JV vs. East Hampton, 3:45 p.m. 28 V at Old Saybrook HS, 3:30 p.m. October 1 JV vs. Old Saybrook, 10:30 a.m. 3 V vs. Old Lyme, 3:45 p.m. 4 JV at Old Lyme HS, 3:45 p.m. 6 V vs. Portland, 3:45 p.m. 7 JV at Portland HS, 3:45 p.m. 8 V vs. Morgan, 10:30 a.m. 10 JV at Morgan HS, 10:30 a.m. 11 V vs. Westbrook, 3:45 p.m. 12 JV at Westbrook HS, 3:45 p.m. 14 V vs. Morgan at Indian River Complex, 6:30 p.m. 15 JV vs. Morgan, 10:30 a.m. 18 V vs. North Branford, 3:45 p.m. 19 JV at North Branford HS, 3:45 p.m. 21 V vs. Valley Regional, 3:45 p.m. 22 JV at Valley Regional HS, 10:30 a.m. 25 V at Haddam Killingworth HS, 5 p.m. 26 JV vs. Haddam-Killingworth, 3:45 p.m. 28 V at Cromwell HS, 6 p.m. 29 V at Hale-Ray HS, 5:30 p.m. 29 JV vs. Cromwell, 11 a.m.

Girls’Volleyball September 19 V at Valley Regional HS, 5:30 p.m. 19 JV at Valley Regional HS, 4 p.m. 21 V vs. Morgan, 5:30 p.m. 21 JV vs. Morgan, 4 p.m. 22 V at Hale-Ray HS, 5:30 p.m. 22 JV at Hale-Ray HS, 4 p.m. 26 V vs. North Branford, 5:30 p.m. 26 JV vs. North Branford, 4 p.m. 28 V at Haddam Killingworth HS, 5:30 p.m. 28 JV at Haddam Killingworth HS, 4 p.m. 30 V vs. Old Lyme, 5:30 p.m. 30 JV vs. Old Lyme, 4 p.m. October 3 V at Cromwell HS, 5:30 p.m. 3 JV at Cromwell HS, 4 p.m. 5 V vs. Hyde Leadership, 5:30 p.m.

27 5 JV vs. Hyde Leadership, 4 p.m. 8 V at East Hampton HS, 11 a.m. 12 V vs. Valley Regional, 5:30 p.m. 12 JV vs. Valley Regional, 4 p.m. 14 V at Morgan HS, 5:30 p.m. 14 JV at Morgan HS, 4 p.m. 17 V vs. Hale Ray, 5:30 p.m. 17 JV vs. Hale Ray, 4 p.m. 19 V vs. North Branford at, 5:30 p.m. 19 JV at North Branford HS, 4 p.m. 21 V vs. Haddam-Killingworth, 5:30 p.m. 21 JV vs. Haddam-Killingworth, 4 p.m. 26 V vs. Old Lyme at Old Lyme MS, 5:30 p.m. 26 JV vs. Old Lyme at Old Lyme MS, 4 p.m. 28 V vs. Cromwell, 5:30 p.m. 28 JV vs. Cromwell, 4 p.m.

Boys’ Cross Country September 21 V Run to the Sun Invitational, 3:30 p.m. 27 V League Meet 1 at, 3:30 p.m. October 1 V Woods Trail Run at Thetford Academy, TBA 8 V Wickham Park Invitational at Wickham Park, Manchester, 9:30 a.m. 12 V League Meet 2, 3:30 p.m. 20 V Shoreline Championship, 2:30 p.m. 25 V 9th & 10th Grade Invitational at Old Saybrook HS, 3:30 p.m. 29 V Class SS Championship at Wickham Park, Manchester, TBA November 1 V Frosh Invitational at John Winthrop MS, 3:30 p.m. 4 V State Open at Wickham Park, Manchester, 1:30 p.m. 12 V New Englands at N. Scituate, RI, Ponaganset HS, TBA

Girls’ Cross Country September 21 V Run to the Sun Invitational, 3:30 p.m. 27 V League Meet 1 at Haddam-Killingworth HS, 3:30 p.m. October 1 V Woods Trail Run at Thetford Academy, TBA 8 V Wickham Park Invitational, 9:30 a.m. 12 V League Meet 2, 3:30 p.m. 20 V Shoreline Championship, 2:30 p.m. 25 V 9th & 10th Grade Invitational at Old Saybrook HS, 3:30 p.m. 29 V Class SS State Championship at Wickham Park, Manchester, TBA November 1 V Frosh Invitational at John Winthrop MS, 3:30 p.m. 4 V State Open at Wickham Park, Machester, 1:30 p.m. 12 V New Englands at N. Scituate, RI, Ponaganset HS, TBA For the most up-to-date info on CRHS sports schedules, visit www.casciac.org.

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Time Out Taverne season ends with loss to Higganum By Bob Dynia Special to the Town Times The Time Out Taverne (TOT) men’s 40-and-over softball team finished the 2011 campaign on a down note, dropping a 17-1 decision at Higganum on Aug. 23. As was the case for most of the season, TOT had several key players missing, with only 10 men in attendance. This necessitated a change of

fielder positions. Jon Cote was pressed into service at shortstop, with George Miller filling in at second. First baseman Jack Carr was summoned to right-center field, with utility-man Steve Ackerman doing his best impression of Adrian Gonzalez (or Mark Teixeira, depending on your loyalty). Russ Harrison (aka “Youk”) did another fine job filling in at third. The Gray Wonders wasted

an early opportunity to get on the board. Wills Evers led off with a single to left. With one out, Cote lined a hit to center, sending Evers to second. Two fly-outs ended the threat without a score. Higganum wasted no time themselves, scoring seven in the first and five more in the second. After a scoreless third, Bob Dynia and Russ Harrison led off the fourth with a singles, putting men on first

and third. Ackerman drilled a sacrifice fly to deep left, plating Dynia. The game was briefly stopped to acknowledge Ackerman’s initial sac fly as a member of the squad. “It was an emotional moment. I did it for Ace,” commented Ackerman later, referring to his better-looking brother. The home team finished the game’s scoring with two in the fifth and three in the sixth. Evers and Cote each had two hits, with Evers working a walk to be on base all three times up. Carr had a single and a walk. Wayne Hubbard did his best to keep the Coginchaug Elders in the game, pitching all seven innings, allowing 15 earned runs on 22 hits. Carr was a defensive key with his deft

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positioning in short rightcenter field, cutting off line drives in his direction that would have resulted in several additional hits and runs. Carr stated, “I threw off some of their hitters. They skewed some to second or short that would have normally been shot to the outfield.” TOT ended their season with a 3-11 record. Two of the wins were by forfeit. Due to deterioration of field and road conditions, courtesy of Tropical Storm Irene, playoff games were canceled. Middletown’s Mad Murphy team, which finished first in the regular season, was declared league champion for 2011. Stay tuned for the exciting team wrap-up article next week.

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Falcon A-Team wins Salomone Cup The Durham-Middlefield Falcon Football A-Team won the Salomone Cup for the first time in their history. The Falcon players were: Carson Aitken, Wes Benjunas, Adam Berlutti, Kyle DeGennaro, Tyler DeGennaro, James Peters, Stephen Phenicie, Brenden Rushford, Justin Saks, Connor Salva, Zach Schleicher, Seth Shea, Bryan Sheilds, Evan Slawinowski, Jordan Solis, Erik Stanzel, Parker Tregoning, Victor Vieira, Gunther Wallach, Connor Wenchell and Brendan Wiknik. The Falcon cheerleaders were Abbey Coogan, Megan Etheridge, Rochelle Godbout, Melissa Parsons, Avery Reardon, Jackie Stevens, Julia Stevens, Taylor Termini and Megan Yale. Submitted by Liz and Rick Saks

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the board with a great run, making the score 12-6. Time expired with the Falcons eating up the clock in the final minutes. The final score was 12-6 in favor of the Falcons. It was a busy week; congratulations to the Falcons as they start the 2011 season!

ore on a play action pass to make the score 12-0 at the half. The third quarter was a defensive battle as the Eagles turned up the heat and made some adjustments, shutting down the Falcons in the third quarter. In the final quarter, the Eagles got on

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CRHS 2011 football season preview By John Bozzi Special to the Town Times The Coginchaug football team opens its first ever “home season” on Saturday, Sept. 17, at 1 p.m when the Blue Devils host Nonnewaug High School at the high school’s new stadium. For 11 years, Coginchaug football players have been taking buses to home games. Saturday marks the first time they will play a varsity contest on the Coginchaug campus. Almost 25 percent of all the boys enrolled at the high school are on the football team. The 65 players on the roster include 15 seniors, 11 juniors, 15 sophomores and 24 freshmen. The Blue Devils lost nine starters, six on offense and three on defense from last year’s 7-3 squad. The biggest challenge this season will be to rebuild the offensive and

defensive lines as Coginchaug graduated five offensive and three defensive linemen from last year’s team. Not only did the Blue Devils lose quality players, they also lost the cohesiveness those players developed by playing together for the past several years. The offensive line will feature five new starters. Senior captain Andrew Paxton and sophomore Ryan Murphy will open at left and right tackle respectively. Senior Frank Posca, co-winner of last year’s “Bonnie Curlin Award” for “courage and commitment,” and juniors David Melcchione and Connor Gibbons will all get snaps at the guard spots. Junior Ian Augur will start at center. Sophomores Bryan Paxton and Gregory Johnson are also expected to see action on the offensive line. Several familiar names re-

turn at the skill positions, but a couple of them will be playing different roles. Senior Tyler Doherty, a starter at halfback in 2010, takes over the quarterback duties while senior Alec Corazzini moves from his fullback spot to halfback. Senior Zev Kartiganer (halfback) and junior Sean Harper (fullback) will round out the backfield. All four backs are strong, fast runners who will provide Coginchaug with a lot of offensive versatility. Senior Tanner Pedersen and sophomore Jack Granger may also be called on to carry the ball. The receiver corps returns in tact. Senior Ethan Donecker, an all-league pick in 2010, will reprise his role at tight end. Donecker is a big-time receiver who hauled in 30 passes for 668 yards and eight touchdowns last year. Every defense the Blue Devils face this season

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chored by a trio of hard-hitting senior linebackers. Captain Nick Agramonte, Alec Corazzini and Tanner Pederesen return to stalk opposing ball carriers. Corazzini led the team in 2010 with 59 tackles while Agramonte added 46 more. Senior Tyler Gray and sophomore Ty Kartiganer will back up the starters. All four starting defensive backs also return for the Blue Devils. Seniors Tyler Davis, Ethan Donecker, Sam Baker and Cody Aitken will once again roam the Coginchaug secondary. The experience and athleticism of this veteran group should create problems for opposing quarterbacks. Juniors Conner Thrall and Jeff Grumm and sophomore Gabe O’Shana are expected to provide depth in the defensive backfield. The defensive line, which was hit hard by the graduation of Roby Granger, Zack Faiella and all-state defensive tackle David Wheeler, will be rebuilt around returning starters Andrew Paxton (nose guard), and fellow captain Luke Bogdanski (defensive end). Bryan Paxton, who started every game at offensive guard last season as a freshman, has been moved to the defensive side of the ball and will start at defensive tackle. Ian Augur will fill the other defensive tackle spot. Senior Nick Augeri, juniors Sean Harper and Jake Nickel and sophomore Colton Gray will also vie for playing time on the See CRHS, next page

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I’m sure all of us have childhood memories of tripping over a little stone while running playfully with our friends. With tears streaming down our cheeks, we’d complain to whomever would listen. “That stone tripped me.” It wasn’t our fault we had bruised knees. As we aged, it became easier to blame our little stumbles in life on anything other than the reality that it is. Often that blame and criticism is misdirected, and whoever

If not for those utility workers and their dedication to getting our lives back to normal as quickly as possible, this could have been a lot more difficult. I thank them all for a job well done. My bruised knees are nearly healed! Donna Joslyn, Durham More letters next page

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defensive front. Sam Baker will once again handle the punting and place-kicking duties while junior Johnny Crandall will kick off for the Blue Devils. In addition to the varsity team, the Blue Devils will field JV and “froshmore” teams so that everyone on the roster will get plenty of playing time. To get schedules for all three Coginchaug football teams, go to www.casciac.org or www.coginchaugfootball.co m or see the fall sports schedule in this edition of Town Times. Join your neighbors and come out to the stadium to cheer on your favorite Coginchaug football player and his teammates. It promises to be an exciting and historic season.

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This might simply be a reminder to all of us that, no matter where we are or what we do, there will always be a little stone waiting to drop us to our knees. We should all be grateful to have faced the darkness of Irene and survived. Maybe our knees are a little bruised, but we have indeed survived, and the bruises will heal.

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crosses our path first bears the brunt of our tunnel vision. And then along comes a big stumble named Irene, who, like that little stone, doesn’t care one bit about our bruised knees. We’re left angry, hurting and with tears. We can’t complain to her with our pent-up emotions. Nothing accomplished there. Friends and neighbors have tripped over that same stone, and they, too, are looking for a release somewhere, anywhere. Then it hits us. We’ll blame the electric, phone and cable companies. We forget, however, that the hundreds of workers out there, trying to soothe our jagged nerves, have left their homes and families to fend for themselves. I’d like to think it’s time to stop blaming and complaining, pick ourselves up, brush the dirt off our knees and be thankful we have so many

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Putting Durham first I was quite puzzled last week after reading a Durham Democratic Town Committee member criticize my efforts in helping with the passage of a grant. I am hoping that this individual was just unaware of what the duties of a selectman are and was not attempting to turn this year’s election into a negative one because of different party affiliations. Advocating for Durham at

the federal and state level has been something that this current Board of Selectmen has taken very seriously. Due to this advocacy, we have been able to build an excellent relationship with FEMA in our attempt to garner federal emergency disaster funds. We have also been able to have a voice at the table when it comes to legislation and grants that positively affect Durham and the region. Advocating for the grant in question is no different than what I have done for the past three-and-a-half

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expectations with so many of our residents and families attending. The piece of steel from the World Trade Center provides all of us a tangible remembrance of all those who lost their lives that day. We continue to see many people taking time out as they pass by to stop and reflect for a moment at the monument next to our firehouse. Although our intent is to continue this remembrance every year on Sept. 11, it should not be something that is only recognized on that day. Rather it should

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the fire department, thank you for the respect shown by all. We proved that the citizens of Middlefield and Rockfall “will never forget.” Chief Peter Tyc, Middlefield Volunteer Fire Company

Honest, John? One might wonder why John Szewczyk thinks he has to take credit for the hard work of others — for example, claiming credit for the Camp Farnam grant when he had absolutely nothing to do with it. He did-

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ty companies working in conjunction with the state emergency management leaders in Hartford made a conscious decision to leave south central and eastern Connecticut without power longer than was fair or necessary, I have a good feeling about the job done locally by our First Selectman Laura Francis, the entire emergency management group, other elected officials and by our town employees. I received a daily call from the emergency center on both my land line and cell, or at least it seemed that I did, and, although I did not need the town’s assistance, I appreciated the heads-up concerning the storm and the constant communication. I just read Laura’s report to the town in last week’s (Sept. 9) edition discussing communications with residents during the last week and provision of a town-operated shelter and other emergency services. Laura has led Durham in modernizing our town hall and especially in the field of communication. She was the principal creator of the town of Durham website, has helped create a local program which airs on cable TV and now has created the emergency hotline of e-mail and phone contacts with residents in times of severe weather-related and other emergencies. Most impressive was the report containing suggestions to remedy problems encountered by the emergency management crew and town officials in accessing the internet. My congratulations to Laura, John Szewczyk and Jim McLaughlin (our other selectmen). They have all performed admirably and well during the last two weeks. Robert S. Poliner, Durham

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hearing. Pure nonsense. He’ll also say he supported the Durham Activity Center, but did he? John voted against every selectman’s budget for the past three years. He was unable to convince his fellow selectmen to skimp on responsible budgeting by proposing to spend capital funds for operating expenses — a definite no-no for sound fiscal managers. I think John wants to take credit for these things because he has accomplished so little in his political career. It is painfully obvious that John’s ambitions run to winning a seat in the legislature. But he might consider two things: 1 — an effective legislator has to be able to work well with others if he wants to get anything done (especially if he’s in the minority), and 2 — voters expect elected officials to be

honest, and to use good judgment — or at the very least, be honest. Jim McLaughlin, Selectman, Durham

Touching ceremony This past Sunday, there was a remembrance ceremony on the green in Durham. I’m guessing there were about 175 people who came out to witness a very special memorial. Each year for the past nine years, I have conducted this by myself. Happily, this year Dr. Steve Levy volunteered to help. I want to thank him for his advice and assistance. We worked very well together. I would also like to thank Country Flower Farms for donating a beautiful white butterfly bush. With John Mitchell’s advice and Ryan Donecker’s help, it has been planted next to the monu-

ment. It is quite lovely. It was planted in memory of the 10th anniversary of 9/11. Thank you to Brett Eagleston, Joey Davenport and Laura Francis for ringing the bells at United Churches at the precise time the planes hit both Twin Towers and the Pentagon and the crash of flight 93 in Shanksville, PA in 2001. More thanks go to the a capella group from Coginchaug High School who did the most beautiful version of The Star-Spangled Banner. The harmony was terrific. Also, to Dick Duval who sang God Bless America and Kaitlyn Hill who led us in saying the Pledge of Allegiance. To the speakers: Bill Currlin, Laura Francis and Sergeant Steve Zarger… well done. A special private citizen donated the beautiful 9/11 pins. Wear them proudly. Thank you to the Exchange Club and Kevin

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Frank for donating the flags, and to the boy scouts for their assistants with parking cars and handing out the flags. Thanks also to Kim Garvis for writing her touching poem about 9/11 and to Ethan Donecker, Jake Teitelbaum, Tyler Davis and Erikson Wasyl for reciting the poem. Again, well done. Thanks to Robbie Chadd, Elven Riggles, Sherry Hill, Lisa Davenport and Wendy Meimement for their help, and to Mrs. Carole Pleines for delivering her beautiful painting that was on display in front of the monument. It is a very touching portrait of three firemen raising the flag at Ground Zero. Everyone was very impressed with

this. A special thank you to the first responders, the ambulance corps and the Durham and Middlefield firemen and women in full dress. Thank you, thank you, thank you. At the end of our remembrance, as last year, Tim Hayes and Frank Posca played taps. Tim plays taps and Frank answers with the echo. It always takes my breath away. To all the people who assisted, attended and supported this event, you warmed my heart and made this a most successful event. My sincere thanks. Karen Kean, Durham

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Right, local explorers bow their heads during the 9/11 ceremony in Middlefield last Sunday where a piece of metal from the World Trade Center (below) was dedicated at the firehouse; Far right, Durham and Middlefield firepeople and emergency responders around the memorial. Bottom photo, Boy Scout Dylan Carlson holds the American Flag. Facing page, top to bottom, men and women in uniform on the Durham Town Green ceremony last Sunday; a quiet moment of reflection in the crowd; Rev. Elvin Riggles leads a prayer. Photos by Stephanie Wilcox, Cheri Kelley and Mary Carlson

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Lisa Golebiewski, ABR, GRI

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Last chance to own the Guilford Ranch Model Home! Nestled on a cul-de-sac with a walkout basement leading to wooded area. First floor master suite, fantastic open layout, granite kitchen, fireplace and more. Ready to go at $329,900.

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Land in 2009, 2010, & 2011*.

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56 Green Lane, Durham Natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beauty at its best! 4 BR, 3 bath Colonial in desirable quiet neighborhood with spectacular view from your private deck! Large eat-in kitchen, formal dining and living room & family room with fireplace. Private bonus room off master bedroom. Perfect for your private office. Large walkout lower level. $349,900. Call Carol Kleeman 860-729-6835 for more information or come Sunday! DIR: Rt. 79 to Higganum Rd. to Green Lane.

26 Tuttle Road, Durham Looking to move in without doing any work? This 4 bedroom, 2 bath home is awaiting its new owners. Painting and updates have been done for you. Large kitchen/family room combination, dining room, living room. Lower level bedroom has its own private deck. Detached 2 car garage. Large level yard. $374,900. Call Carol Kleeman 860-729-6835 for more information or come Sunday! DIR: Rt. 68 to Tuttle Road.

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INDUSTRIAL SPACE TO SHARE Call: 203-317-2330 for more information or search our listing on LoopNet.com (11 Crown Street, Meriden, CT)

Rarely available single family home for lease in Durham. Country setting with beautiful views. 4 bedroom Cape with large backyard. Desirable Reg #13 schools. Pets ok. $1600/month. Credit check & security deposit required. For more information or a private showing, call Jason Berardino 860-508-1656 today!

40 Main St., Durham (860) 349-0344 *Data from CTMLS www.berardino.com

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