Volume 18, Issue 24
Serving Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall
Friday, September 23, 2011
Draft of DMIAAB agreement presented BOE meeting includes CRHS policy, SATs By Cheri Kelley Town Times
There were a few topics of discussion at the Middlefield Board of Selectmen (BOS) meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 20. The first was an update of
the DMIAAB (Durham-Middlefield Interlocal Agreement Advisory Board) adhoc committee. A draft of the new inter-local agreement was presented to the BOS, which was approved, and a public hearing followed by a
town meeting was scheduled for Oct. 18, at which time the agreement will be voted on. There was also a motion passed to extend the ad-hoc committee for a period of
See BOS, page 26
Students submit class pumpkin in fair
Jennifer Canning’s AM kindergarten class poses with their pumpkin submission for the Durham Fair. The class voted on how to decorate their pumpkin. “The Itsy Bitsy Spiders Crawled Up the Pumpkin Web” was voted number one by the students. Look for their entry when you visit the fair this weekend!Submitted by Patti Checko
By Mark Dionne Special to the Town Times Regional School District 13 (RSD13) Superintendent Sue Viccaro passed out the just-released 2011 SAT results at the Sept. 14 Board of Education (BOE) meeting. In all three areas of the test, the Coginchaug Regional High School (CRHS) class of 2011 scored higher than any class in the previous five years and higher than the Connecticut results. The mean score for CRHS on the verbal/critical reading was 546, compared to 509 for Connecticut. For the writing portion, CRHS achieved a mean score of 544, with state mean at 513. On the math portion, the 2011 CRHS mean score was 544, ahead of the state by 31 points. In the previous five years, no CRHS class achieved a higher mean score on the math portion than 530. The Superintendent also announced that the district had been awarded a United
Way grant to construct a learning trail aimed at parents and pre-school aged children. The location of the pathway was yet to be determined, but Brewster School and Peckham Park were both mentioned as possibilities. The path of learning stations would be installed by volunteer labor. Viccaro also reported on the use of the new athletic field at CRHS by the soccer and football teams. Concessions will be open at the football games and, according to Viccaro, there is movement to create an umbrella organization to handle concession sales, run by the Benchwarmers but involving other groups. Two Successful Experiments at CRHS “Thank you,” CRHS principal Andre Hauser told the BOE members, “for doing two things that worked out really well.” Last year, the faculty tried a program designed to help See BOE, page 24
CRHS beats Nonnewaug 48-0 in first home game on new field By Peter Lawrence Special to the Town Times In a game whose outcome was in doubt up until the final 41 minutes, Coginchaug demolished Nonnewaug 48-0 Saturday afternoon at the Blue Devils’ brand new athletic complex. In its first-ever home game, Coginchaug’s domination was thorough. With just seven minutes elapsed in the first quarter, the Blue Devils had scored easily on their first two possessions, and Nonnewaug had gone nowhere on each of theirs. There was no indication that
this season opener for both teams could possibly turn into a contest, and it never became one.
A merciless Blue Devils’ defense punished the Chiefs, allowing just 47 yards and two first downs for the entire game. Twenty-one different Blue Devils contributed tackles, led by sophomore Jack Granger, who had five tackles and forced a fumble on a second-half Coginchaug punt, which led to a touchdown. Coginchaug’s offense scored at will. Each of their first five possessions ended with touchdowns: 69 yards in six plays, 69 yards in two plays, 60 yards in eight plays, 66 yards in eight plays See Blue Devils, page 22
Blue Devils in action, above, and in celebration, left. Photos by Meghan Hennick
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Fall tag and craft sale Come to the fall tag and craft sale to benefit the mission trip at the United Churches on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine! White elephant, crafts, antiques, bake sale and lunch, too! To reserve a table, please sign-up by calling the church office at 860349-3683 or speak to Elven Riggles at 860-349-0742. First come, first served; space is limited. United Churches is located at 228 Main St. in Durham; loads of free parking is available.
Train show The New Haven Society of Model Engineers, Inc. will sponsor its fourth annual train show on Sunday, Oct. 2, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the
Town Times Community Briefs Durham Fairgrounds (in the Commercial Building). This is the Society’s only fundraising activity. Featured will be the society’s huge O-Scale operating layout complete with an operating lift bridge. The bridge, handmade of sheet brass and steel, was built by one member over the course of more than two years. Other local operating layouts of all scales, including two narrow gauge lines, will be present. Dealers from around Connecticut, New York and New Jersey will have model railroad items, including locomotives, rolling stock, kits, model railroad accessories, books on all sorts of subjects and antique collectables — something for all. The facility is handicapped-accessible. Free parking is available. A food concession is open during the show.
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Panel members include: David Zemelsky, co-owner of Star Light Gardens in Durham; Nicole Berube, executive director at City Seed in New Haven and board member of New Haven Food Policy Council; John Guszkowski, AICP, LEEDAP, partner, director of planning, CME Associates & Board President & CEO at Eastern Connecticut Resource Conservation & Development Area, Inc.; and Izzi Greenberg, executive director, North End Action Team (N.E.A.T.) and manager of North End Farmer’s Market in Middletown.
CRHS parents and seniors are invited to attend an informational night about Naviance and the entire college process on Thursday, Sept. 29. Please come to the CRHS auditorium at 7 p.m. For more information, call the school at 860-349-7215.
Wi-Fi at Durham Fair There is a lot of preparation going into Durham Fair for Sept. 22-25, and AT&T is there preparing its network for the crowds of people who will be attending. They’re making AT&T Wi-Fi available at the fairgrounds to give customers a fast and easy way to stay connected. AT&T wants their customers to have the best possible experience at the event and to be able to get event information and share their experiences and photos while they’re there. AT&T Wi-Fi provides another fast and reliable network connection so customers can log on from any Wi-Fi enabled smartphone, tablet or device. Access to AT&T Wi-Fi is included at no extra cost for AT&T customers with most smartphone data plans, and most AT&T smartphones can automatically
The Rockfall Foundation presents its 25th annual symposium on Oct. 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center in Old Saybrook. The symposium is being cosponsored this year by Middlesex Hospital and Essex Savings Bank. The theme this year is “Our Future Food Security: National Issues, Local Response.” Through presentations, panel discussion and audience conversation, participants will explore such questions as: in an era of global peaks in availability of oil, water and healthy soils, how can Middlesex County plan and reclaim its agricultural legacy to create a healthful, sustainable food system and maximize community self-reliance? The keynote speaker will be Mark Winne, who has worked for 40 years in Connecticut and New Mexico as a community food activist, writer and trainer. He will speak on “America’s Food System: A Cause for Concern, A Time for Action.” Susan Campbell, awardwinning columnist with the Hartford Courant, will moderate a follow-up panel discussion and audience conversa-
The symposium will be followed by an optional sandwich buffet lunch at Grace Episcopal Church and a tour of Common Good Gardens led by Claudia Van Nes. Program details, brochure and registration information are available on the Rockfall Foundation’s website www.rockfallfoundation.org.
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.
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The Fall Down returns to Durham By Elisabeth Kennedy Special to the Town Times What started as a pumpkin carving party at Chris Symington’s Durham home quickly outgrew his backyard. Teaming with good friend Jonathan Bristol, The Fall Down was born, moving to a 16-acre property in Guilford. After a two-year hiatus, The Fall Down returns to its Durham roots this October, to be held at Camp Farnam. Symington, who plays at many music festivals with his band StraddleDaddy, partnered with Bristol to form Beamstar Entertainment, LLC, which organizes events to showcase local talent, striving to provide great music and a good, safe atmosphere. The Fall Down is its premiere event and is, according to Symington, a big
costume party culminating with the Thriller Costume Dance Party. Symington, a big Michael Jackson fan, promises to play the entire Thriller album “from start to finish — in vinyl!” “Everyone loves Halloween, I love Halloween,” Symington explained to Town Times. “There will be great music and a great atmosphere,” he promises, which “will take on a life of its own — that’s what’s great about a Halloween event! People have fun coming up with costumes and carving pumpkins. We don’t know what it will look like — come see for yourself!” Michael Doyle, representative of Camp Farnam, hopes that the festival will be good for many local businesses, including vendors who will provide food at the
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September 23
Durham Fair The Durham Fair is open to the public today from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information about events, prices and parking, call 860-349-9495 or visit www.durhamfair.com. Lunch & Learn! Help For Your Headaches: More than 45 million Americans suffer from headaches every year. 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 Durham Fair on Friday, Sept. 23, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the green.
SATURDAY
September 24
Transfer Station Closed The transfer/recycling center is closed today because of the Durham Fair. Moving Planet Day From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (381 Main St. in Middletown), celebrate a worldwide movement beyond fossil fuels. Come for the statewide rally, criticial mass bike ride and bike-powered outdoor screening of Wall-E. 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. ARTFARM Presents SUBMERGED! ARTFARM’s Circus for a Fragile Planet announces the hometown premiere of its new show, SUBMERGED! at 7:30 p.m. at Oddfellows Playhouse, 128 Washington St. in Middletown. There are discounts for anyone bicycling, walking, using public transportation or carpooling to the show. Call at 860-346-4390 for ticket info, e-mail info@artfarm.org or go to www.artfarm.org. Civil War Day Company G of the 14th Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Infantry will encamp in the backyard of General Mansfield’s home from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day will feature demonstrations of camp life including drilling and firearms demonstrations, cooking and other skills that kept the soldiers in the Civil War ready for combat. Participants will be able to interact with the re-enactors, some who appeared in the films Glory, Gettysburg and Gods and Generals. Members of Company G also travel to Gettysburg twice a year to help maintain monuments to the 14th CT erected there.
SUNDAY
September 25 4 C’s Square Dance Club The 4 C’s Square Dance Club will hold their Welcome Fall Dance at the Cheshire Park and Recreation Building, 559 South Main St. in Cheshire, at 7 p.m. with Ken Ritucci as caller and Sue Lucibello the cuer. For more information, please call 860-3498084 or 203-272-7463. Hunger Walk Middletown Community Response to Overcome Poverty (CROP) will be holding a walk today on the Middletown south green. Registration starts at 1:30 p.m. Support Church World Service and St. Vincent DePaul Soup Kitchen. Visit www.church-
worldservice.org/goto/mwe b, sign up/donate at www.cropwalkonline.org/mi ddletownct or contact Debra Hopkins at 860-346-6757 or hopkinsinter@yahoo.com. Faith and Doubt “9/11 and Its Impact on Religious Belief” is the topic of an enlightening afternoon panel discussion at Congregation Adath Israel’s Nestor Center (16 Broad St. in Middletown) beginning at noon. The event is open to the public and free. Refreshments and non-denominational educational childcare will be provided. Please contact the synagogue office at 860-346-4709 for any information or to reserve childcare.
MONDAY
September 26 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. Volleyball Co-ed open gym volleyball will be held at Strong School on Monday evenings, starting today and including Oct. 3, 17, 24 and 31 and Nov. 7, 14, 21 and 28. Time will be 6 to 8:45 p.m. No fee. For more information, please call Sherry Hill, recreation director, at 860-343-6724. Home for the Holidays The Ivoryton Playhouse will be holding local auditions for the annual holiday show Home for the Holidays from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Rehearsal Studio (24 Main St. in Centerbrook). Roles are available for 12 adults and four children under age 12. One child should have some
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ballet experience. Auditions are by appointment, and actors should bring a picture and résumé and prepare a short monologue and a song. The show runs from Dec. 8 to 18. For audition appointments, call 860-767-9520. Durham 60+ At 1 p.m., Durham 60+ will meet at the United Churches Fellowship Hall at the corner of Main and Rt. 68. The Nominating Committee will present the new slate of officers and committee chairpersons. There will be a social hour to follow. Newcomers are welcome. Due to the Columbus Day holiday, the next meeting will be held Oct. 24 with a variety table and the new slate of officers.
TUESDAY
September 27 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. Travel Basketball Tryouts The Durham Basketball Association (DBA) will hold tryouts for its 2011-12 season during the last week of September at Strong School. Participation in tryouts for travel teams is open to girls and boys entering grades 5-8 who live in Durham, Middlefield or Rockfall. Grade 5 girls can tryout today from 6 to 7:30 p.m., and grade 6 girls from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Visit www.dbact.org for registration forms and answers to tryout/program-related questions, or contact Dan Davis directly at 860-349-3951 or dan.davis@dbact.org.
WEDNESDAY
September 28 Rosh Hashanah This holiday begins at sundown. 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. Basketball Women’s open gym basketball will be held Wednesdays, beginning today and including Oct. 5, 12, 19 and 26 and Nov. 2, 9, 16 and 30. No fee. For more information, please call Sherry Hill, recreation director, at 860-343-6724. Basketball Tryouts Today’s Durham Basketball Association (DBA) tryouts are for grade 6 boys (6 to 7:30 p.m.) and grade 8 boys (7:30 to 9 p.m.).
THURSDAY
September 29 Senior Parent Night CRHS parents and seniors are invited to attend an informational night about Naviance and the entire college process in the CRHS auditorium at 7 p.m. For more information, call the school at 860349-7215. Basketball Tryouts Today’s Durham Basketball Association (DBA) tryouts are for grade 8 girls (7:30 to 9 p.m.) and grade 7 boys (6 to 7:30 p.m.).
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September 30 Tot Time The MOMS Club of Durham and Middlefield sponsors a weekly Tot Time. It is held every Friday from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Peckham Park, or, if it’s rainy, the Middlefield Community Center. This open-age playgroup is available for all residents and their children. Email momsdurhammiddlefield@yahoo.com Zumbathon Fundraiser Come to this fun-packed 1.5hour Zumbathon® charity event today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Core Club in Durham. Registration begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in advanced for a reduced price at Core Club or by contacting Deb Cook at zumbawithdeborah@gmail.com. One hundred percent of ticket sales and profits will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Basketball Tryouts Today’s Durham Basketball Association (DBA) tryouts are for grade 7 girls (7:30 to 9 p.m.) and grade 5 boys (6 to 7:30 p.m.).
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Raising awareness, one step at a time By Cheri Kelley Town Times
He met a resident in Rockfall who started up a conversation from his yard, and they ended up having coffee. After learning that they both played guitar, they had an impromptu jam session together. “It was just totally random, and that is how you meet the best people sometimes,” Lafrenaye shared. He is planning on going west around New York City and then going south in a bit of a u-shape for the colder months. He expects the trip to take him another 10 or so months, and he is excited to meet people along the way. “So far most people have been coopperative and incredibly gracious, and when there are those who aren’t,” he said, “I just keep walking.” Small communities have been very helpful in providing a space for him to set up his tent and, sometimes, providing a nice meal for Lafrenaye and his walking buddy, Brandon Roy. Roy had to return home after
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I wear the t-shirts and pass my cards out to everyone.” (The cards have info on how you can donate to the cause.) “I’m trying to spread awareness, and since July 25, people have donated around $1,000.” Lafrenaye is originally from Coventry, RI, but he lived in Maine for 10 years. Since then, he has lived in Brooklyn, NY, and worked in Manhattan as a paralegal. But he just thought this lifestyle wasn’t for him. “I’m a country boy,” he said. He gave up his apartment and committed to starting on this project. He stayed with friends and family for a bit to get his things in order and then started out on his trip. So far he has walked south from Portland, ME, into Connecticut. He passed throught towns like Kittery and cities like Boston and ended up in our small towns last week. Lafrenaye travels between 12 and 15 miles a day and expects that, as he gets more in shape along the road, he will be up to about 20 miles a day. Some days are for resting up, and that is usually when he gets to to know a particular community. That being said, one never knows who they will come across on the road.
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sent out through e-mail to members listing all the events. If a member wanted While browsing the calento add an event, like an atdar section on page four in home play date or a trip to the Town Times, you KidCity, they add it to the might have noticed Tot calendar and all those who Time, sponsored by The were interested in going MOMS Club of Durham RSVP by e-mail. The inand Middlefield, popping home play dates might be up every Friday. The based on a crafting time or MOMS Club is an internabaking; others might be tional club which has over backyard play time or 2,100 chapters in just the swimming. The events are United States. The local all child-friendly except chapter is for stay-at-home for the once-a-month moms who live in Moms’ Night Out. “These Durham, Middlefield and are a lot of fun. This Rockfall and want a way Moms Club of Durham-Middle- month we had an outside get to know other moms in fire pit night and next the area and have their field prepares for the annual month we are going horseyoung children make tag sale that raises funds for lo- back riding,” Farnsworth friends with other kids at cal causes. said. The club also has the same time. For many clubs within the club, like mothers, being home away The other half goes to pur- book and cooking groups, for from other adults can some- chase presents for a family those who are interested. times feel a bit lonely, and in need for Christmas In the local chapter, there many crave some adult con- through New Horizons in are about 25 members, it is Last year, open to dads, as well and othversations. The MOMS Club Middletown. is a great way to get out and about $650 was raised and er caretakers, as long as they meet others in the communi- split between the two causes. are part of the family. For The local chapter presi- more information on the ty who might be feeling the dent, Kate Farnsworth, and MOMS Club, come to the same way. The club also participates administrative vice presi- open house on Monday, Oct. in one larger fundraiser dent, Melissa Young, ex- 24, at 10:30 a.m. at the Midthroughout the year, a huge plained how the club works. dlefield Community Center multi-family tag sale that is Every month, a calendar is or check out their website: www.orgsites.com/ct/moms durhammiddlefield.
The students involved in the video project. By Carole Sibiskie The students in Mrs. Sibiskie’s class at John Lyman School created a video last spring as an entry for the Rachel Carson Intergenerational Contest. Throughout the year, the students enjoyed reading excerpts from Rachel Carson’s book, The Sense of Wonder, a biography of her tireless efforts as a pioneer in environmental issues. The students had a very strong connection to the environment and felt that each one of us can do a part to care for our world. The first and second grade students worked with many others to create a piece to express their opinions about the environment. The children began by creating cinquain poems about nature. One poem was written by a grandparent and student
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Middlefield’s Independent Day School celebrate 50 years By Diana Carr Special to the Town Times
In 1974, the school adopted the open-classroom approach to education. Small groups of students who shared common skill levels worked together on given lessons, eliminating grade or age-based instruction. The booklet states, “Faculty at The Independent Day School strive to create a warm, supportive and open environment in which children assume considerable responsibility for their own learning. We recognize that children develop at different speeds academically, physically and socially. Our organization encourages overlapping of grade lines where appropriate.� By 1977, there was a shift back to a more traditional, team-oriented approach. According to the booklet, “The important goals of an IDS education shifted from expecting children to advance at their own pace to learning to work cooperatively with a group and to respect the rights and opinions of oth-
A classroom in action at the Independent Day School. ers to the students’ learning, and to their own, is also a steady feature of IDS’ history, as is helping each child live up to his or her potential. “The school has held onto values that have helped us to educate generations for decades. Our motto today is ‘everyone has the right to learn and be respected.’ It
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As the old saw goes, some things never change. And for the students of The Independent Day School (IDS), of Middlefield, that’s a good thing. For 50 years, the school has prepared youth to take their rightful place as citizens of the world, encouraged students to respect themselves and others, honored the spirit of each child and helped young people to realize their potential. The school was founded in 1961 when educators from Wesleyan University and Choate Rosemary Hall, seeing a need for a quality education that would prepare kids for high school and college (there were no private schools in the area at the time), raised the funds necessary to build the school. In those early years, one building set on 70 acres housed kindergarten through the eighth grade (today the school serves three-yearolds through the eighth grade), with students coming from Middletown, Wallingford and Meriden. Small classes, the founders reasoned, would ensure individual attention to the students, who would be encouraged to develop their individual gifts. Today, with four additional buildings, the space has quadrupled, and there are 186 students from 31 towns. Though IDS has seen its fair share of changes over the years, always there was the commitment to excellence and to the well-being of each child. A booklet, published by the school in 1996, makes mention of creative education, young and adventurous teachers to whom the students could relate and IDS being a challenging, creative and fun place to be. In 1969, in keeping with the emphasis on freedom of expression that marked that era, the school eliminated its strict dress code of jackets and ties for the boys and skirts or dresses for the girls. One rebellious youth had made his point the previous year by coming to school in a jacket and tie, with no
ers.� Walter Ebmeyer, the headmaster from 1985 to 1995, emphasized the importance of good citizenship and provided the older students with leadership roles so that they served as positive role models to the younger students. “Instead of big kids picking on little kids,� said Ebmeyer, “they take care of them.� Ebmeyer also brought a number of animals to the school community, in order to take advantage of the rural setting and to teach the students responsibility. Among the menagerie were goats, sheep, chickens, a Vietnamese pot-bellied pig, horses and dogs who roamed the halls freely. John Barrengos, the current headmaster, says that the education at IDS today is rooted in that of ’61. “The value of the student at the center of the educational experience has always remained true, as has the focus on respect and compassion. The dedication of the teach-
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Leave politics out My name is Stephen Barone, and, like your selectman John Szewczyk, I am also a police officer and a member of the Connecticut Coalition of Police Officers to Prevent Domestic Violence. I was quite disgusted when I read Selectman Jim McLaughlin’s negative let-
ter criticizing John Szewczyk and the rest of the members of the coalition for our work in helping strengthen Connecticut’s Domestic Violence Laws earlier this year. It amazes me that Mr. McLaughlin would exploit the suffering of abused women immediately before an election in a pathetic attempt to criticize someone from a different political party.
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Letters to the Editor Domestic violence is real. It reaches individuals from all races and socio-economic classes. Studies have shown that over four million individuals a year in the United States experience domestic violence in some form. As a result of the tragic West Haven murder case, John Szewczyk started compiling information from police officers from both large cities and small towns looking for ways we could improve the system, especially in regard to bond out procedures and juveniles. John testified in front of the Judiciary Committee in March, and our coalition continued to push for the needed reforms. Through the hard work of many, the reforms were finally voted on and passed. Your selectman John Szewczyk should be commended for his countless hours of work on this matter and for starting the Connecticut Coalition of Police Officers to Prevent Domestic Violence. Mr. McLaughlin should leave politics out of such a serious issue. Stephen Barone, Southbury
Hello, Durham residents My name is Craig Bradanini. I am seeking election as Durham’s treasurer this November and would like to take a moment to introduce myself. I have
lived in Durham for 21 years, have been teaching Mathematics for the past 12 years and have had the privilege of teaching at Coginchaug Regional High School for the past three years. As a 20-year member of the Durham Volunteer Fire Company, I have served in a number of leadership positions, including treasurer, lieutenant, first lieutenant and captain. I believe that I am a qualified candidate and would like to bring my expertise to our town as treasurer. I welcome any conversation and am always in town. If you can’t find me, come down to the Falcons’ football games; I will be there watching my son. Thank you for your support. I look forward to further serving our community. Craig Bradanini, Durham
Middlefield health hazard We have a health hazard developing in Middlefield. I’m not sure who is doing the burning somewhere on Strickland Road, but the acrid smoke is coming directly into the houses in the area. Doors and windows have to be closed because the smell is so strong. There is a child with asthma, and even the adults are having irritated eyes and throats. Dogs can’t be left out in the yard because the smoke and smell
are so strong. While I completely understand that some like to burn brush, etc., it really is causing a large environmental and health problem for people in Middlefield. I only hope that the people burning brush — now that they are aware of the problems — will cease and desist. Jennifer Ferri, Middlefield
Do the research Durham, hoping to remove “excess” water from White’s Farm, is considering changes to Allyn Brook. Nearby is the plume of pollution, emanating from the dump/landfill. Also nearby, just to the south of Allyn Brook, are wells, which supply water to Durham Center, etc. I believe that the more water on White’s Farm and in its under-lung aquifer, the less risk of intrusion from the plume of pollution. It is my hope that Durham, the state and/or the federals will do a study of the risk before starting this project. If this aquifer becomes polluted, remediation will be impossible. Howard B. Field III, Durham
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New beginnings — the start of Red tape prevents job growth a new school year in Connecticut somewhat at a crossHaving just begun Kevin Brough, principal roads. Although adothe second week of lescence is still a school, our students Memorial Middle School ways off, research inare still getting acclidicates that, by age mated to the various 10, kids have a fullyroutines and transideveloped contions that are part of science, not just to our day. Even though these students have experienced a drive their own behavior, but also to myriad of changes the past two serve as a matrix into how the parweeks, they now seem to have found ticulars of the world around them fit. a new confidence and purpose in A Sports Illustrated article recently their daily school rituals. Classes summarized the cognitive and develgathered as groups of individuals opmental nature of our students: “Though many fifth and sixth who have never met before now begraders stand less than five feet tall come part of a close-knit unit. Over the next 10 months, this and weigh less than 100 pounds, you group will grow and learn together. can have a startlingly high level conThere will be good days and not-so- versation with them, during which good days as one adult and 22 pread- you’re likely to learn what they unolescent students begin personal abashedly love: to be praised, to be journeys collectively. There will be asked their opinion and to tell you days when the topic presented will what they know, to belong (be it to be difficult to grasp and not em- clubs or teams or other groups) and braced by students. There will be to hear true stories, not just made up other days, however, when every- ones. If age 10 is the time to step out thing clicks, when a collective “aha” in the world, Mark Twain captured of understanding permeates the the age perfectly in the Adventures of room and that deep-seated feeling of Tom Sawyer, based on Twain’s own knowledge and accomplishment on recollections of that period in his the part of both students and teacher life.” A knowledge of these characterisprevails. These moments, and the experience of working with an excit- tics is essential in working with our ing, enthusiastic group of 10-, 11- and students. Our fifth and sixth grade 12-year-olds, are why I chose this students are asked to be independent profession. Your typical preadolescent is See Beginnings, next page
A View From District 13
Connecticut has had a terrible record of job creation in the last 20 years, ranking at the bottom of all 50 states in terms of job growth. One reason for the stagnant job market in our state is over-regulation of small businesses, according to a recent economic analysis. A State Sen. report in the Quarterly Economic Journal published this fall by the University of Connecticut points out that from 1996 to 2006, Connecticut ranked as the third worst state (behind only West Virginia and Ohio) in terms of growth in numbers of small businesses. While the entire country averaged 10 percent growth during that period, the number of small businesses in Connecticut actually declined by nearly three percent! The same study showed overregulation is a big factor hurting small businesses and that Connecticut was ranked as the 43rd worst state for “red tape” imposed on small businesses. No wonder why the number of businesses shrank in Connecticut but increased in nearly every other state! Small businesses constitute 98
percent of all Connecticut businesses and employ 50 percent of the private industry workforce in our state. It is nearly impossible to create more job opportunities in Connecticut when the number of small businesses is shrinking. But small, family-owned busiLen Suzio nesses have been overlooked in much of Connecticut’s economic development initiatives, which have focused on large companies such as Cigna. In anticipation of the legislature’s special “jobs session” scheduled for late October, I have been visiting small businesses in the Senate District to hear first hand from familyowned businesses what has prevented them from growing and creating more jobs. The stories I heard corroborate the UConn report. Not only are regulations burying many small businesses in our state, but the enforcement of the regulations frequently reflects a hostile attitude rather than a helpful approach to meeting regulations. Some of the ex-
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Diagnosis: Movies — 2011’s summer reading list While other areas of the country consider Labor Day the unofficial start of autumn, we in New England look towards the Durham Fair. Officially, the fall equinox lands on Sept. 23 this year. It is hard to believe summer has come and gone. What better time to reflect on our summer reading? As any reader knows, there is nothing like a good book to spark the imagination. We color between the lines with our own interpretations and open our minds to whole new worlds and ideas. Condensing that much magic into a two-hour window cannot be easy. I have to give screenwriters credit for trying, though a film rarely achieves that lofty goal. Two great reads hit the silver screen this summer, both released in 2009 and one a current New York Times best seller. The Help In Kathryn Stockett’s best seller, a white woman convinces black maids in 1960s Jackson, MS, to share stories of what it is like to work for
their white employers. Racial issues aside (because The Help stirred up lots of controversy in its own right), the novel is a smooth and pleasurable read written from the point of view of three women — one socialite (Skeeter) and two maids (Aibileen and Minnie). The movie simplifies things by honing in on Aibileen’s point-of-view. The novel dives into the aura of the times with characters that practically leap off the page with quirky finesse, and the film brings that essence to life in vivid 1960s color with gorgeous costumes and set details. A rarity, the movie actually does justice to the players — that is, with the exception of Celia Foote. Her character was shamefully cut down to a two-dimensional goodie-twoshoes-housewife, though her evolution in the novel is ripe with dysfunction and mirth. In this way, the screenwriters missed what was so enticing about the women in The
Help: they all had heart but they also had their flaws. Altogether though, The Help is worth a helping. Enjoy! The Help (book): 4 stethoscopes. The Help (movie): 3 stethoscopes. One Day The hook for David Nicholl’s novel drew me in: what would it be like to take a glimpse into the lives of two people only one day a year (July 15) for 20 years. How do relationships evolve? How do our times affect who we become? By stripping his novel of flashy storylines, Nicholl’s gives a taste of reality as he follows a relationship with its inevitable ups and downs. It is up to the reader to fill in the missing pieces. At times uplifting, at other times heartbreaking, One Day sees Emma and Dexter evolve into rich, complicated characters with each passing year, but the film misses the effect on all counts. The screenwriting is choppy, and the characters are sim-
ply puppets to play out the highlights of the novel. What you miss is the heart and soul that builds from those smaller moments. The end result is an empty shell. The lack of chemistry between Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess is shameful enough, but the film also missed an opportunity to showcase pop culture references over the two decades — the music, the fads, the hair, the news. One Day could have been a nostalgic trip, a visual spectacle of a film. Instead, it was another bumbled adaptation of an intriguing book. One Day (book): 3 stethoscopes. One Day (movie): 1 stethoscope. By Dr. Tanya Feke, a physician at Middlesex Hospital Primary Care Durham and guest columnist for the Town Times. She was press credentialed to the LA Film Festival in 2009 and 2010 and continues to pursue a love of film. Her reviews are based on a five stethoscope scale.
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Beginnings (Continued from page 9) and active learners. Homework should be completed independently, as well as the many projects the youngsters complete over the two years at our school. As staff, it is our job to support these youngsters as they work hard to complete their assignments and ultimately achieve their goals. You may notice several changes at our school this year. Over the summer, new lockers were installed in our sixth grade wing. In addition to improving the appearance of our hallway, these lockers are much more functional and easier to access by our students. As you drive up to our school, it is hard to miss the solar panels that were recently installed on the roof. As a result of their installation, Memorial Middle School is now producing much of its own energy to meet our building needs. Located in the front office is a display monitor, which provides our students with a great deal of information relating to how solar energy is converted to electrical energy, the current and average energy input from the sun and astronomical data, including the sun’s seasonal
• high number of health insurance mandates driving up the cost of health care insurance, and • burdensome mandates, such as mandatory paid sick leave. If we want to get jobs growing again in Connecticut, we must remove the burdens and obstacles that prevent growth and job creation by family-owned businesses. Not only do they employ half the private sector workforce, the owners are almost always pillars of the community with a real long-term commitment to the cities and towns in which they live and work. I, too, am a small business owner. I grew up in a small (Continued from page 9) business family. And, when I was in banking in the 1980s, I periences reported by small was voted the number one business owners include: banker for small business in • arbitrary workmen’s Connecticut. So I think my compensation awards, experience gives me insight • abuse of unemployment into the regulatory obstacles benefits, to small business growth in • the increasing cost of unConnecticut. During the speemployment insurance cial legislative session, I incaused by the bankrupt Contend to introduce legislation necticut unemployment into ease the regulatory burden surance fund, on family-owned businesses. • extremely slow permit I encourage small business process, owners in the district to con• cumbersome “economic tact me with suggestions beassistance” programs confore Oct. 15. Please call my taining a bureaucratic legislative office at 860-240labyrinth that is easier to get 0558 or e-mail me at lost in than the Lyman Orlen.suzio@cga.ct.gov. Your chards Maze, input will help me advocate for your business and a return to a healthy job situation in Connecticut.
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Support Szewczyk and Francis John Szewczyk has been one of the most accessible elected officials with whom I have ever dealt. He is quick to respond to any question or concern a resident may have. As a lifelong resident of Durham, John Szewczyk is extremely knowledgeable about the finances, schools and programs in our town — something necessary of a member of the Board of Selectmen. Moreover, as a police officer for the city of Hartford and a state-certified police academy instructor, I feel having someone with experience in public safety and emergency services on our Board of Selectmen is extremely beneficial to our residents. Furthermore, John Szewczyk and Laura Francis have done two things over the past four years for which they should be recognized. First, they have kept town spending level, quite an accomplishment in this economy. Secondly, they started a capital improvement and building maintenance plan in order to prepare for the future finances of Durham. I strongly urge the residents of Durham to re-elect John Szewczyk and Laura Francis this November. Charles Harmon, Durham More letters next page
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Thanks, Durham Power I bought a used generator from Stan Prusinski of Durham Power Equipment in the days before Hurricane Irene hit. My family was fortunate to have one because, sure enough, we made good use of it starting early that Sunday morning when the power went off. Like any used piece of equipment, a problem can come along, and, after two days of nearly non-stop use, the generator failed to start up again after shutdown for gassing up (later determined to be a low-oil sensor that malfunctioned). When I called Stan the next morning, he immediately came to pick it up and brought it back within hours, and it ran again for the balance of the power outage. I know it will be there if/when we need it again. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate Stan’s great service; many thanks! For power equipment needs, I heartily recommend Durham Power
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Re-elect Laura Francis I’m writing to endorse the candidacy of Laura Francis for re-election as Durham’s first selectman. I have known Laura for more than 20 years and have long admired her management strengths, her talent in building collaborative teams and her unparalleled energy in putting forth and executing meaningful initiatives on behalf of our community. Laura exemplifies true leadership, fostering a spirit of civic responsibility, accountability and a commitment to getting the job done that is unrivaled. Her vast network of carefully cultivated connections provides Durham with access to resources and the ability to optimize the services of our local government. She reaches across all lines to make a difference for the stakeholders in our town with her unique brand of enthusiasm and
knowledge and, always, with a kind word and a genuine smile. We are fortunate, indeed, to have at the helm of our town as dedicated and committed a leader as Laura. She has earned the respect of the leadership of both parties at the state level. She is recognized for proactively addressing issues and tackling challenges creatively and with gusto, maximizing the impact of every dollar to ensure the greatest possible return to our community. Laura consistently brings professionalism, experience and compassion to her work and is a tireless public servant. I hope you’ll join me in reelecting her as our first selectman this November. Laura Francis has the vision, the know-how and the integrity to continue doing what’s right for the people of Durham. Jan Melnik, Durham
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Oscar Mayer Wienermobile in Durham Meeting Democratic candidates Lex Sorrell had the fun opportunity to visit the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile and inviting the Hotdoggers to visit Durham Kitchen for dinner. Lex has been a big community fundraising leader for the Meriden Rotary Club and the Rotary Foundation. His story is at lexlist.meridenrotary.org. Lex met the Hotdoggers (as they are called) — “Ketsup Kylie” is the driver and her colleague Dylan — who travel all over the region spreading the GOOD MOOD message. Pictured left is Lex Sorrell with the Wienermobile in Durham and Ketsup Kylie and Dylan. Submitted by Tari Marshall-Day
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The Middlefield Democratic Town Committee held an event to “Meet and Greet the Candidates” on Sunday, Sept. 18, at the home of Lucy Petrella. This event was an opportunity for residents in the neighborhood of Whisper Wind and Hubbard Streets to become acquainted with candidates for municipal elections in the fall and to express their opinions regarding change. The candidates included Lucy Petrella for first selectman, Dave Burgess for selectman, Ellen Waff for treasurer, Jim Irish for Board of Finance and members of the committee. Similar events are planned in other neighborhoods in the upcoming weeks. Top photo, Dave Burgess, Ed Pernel and Seb Aresco have all served on the Board of Finance. Bottom photo, Dave Burgess, Lucy Petrella and Ed Bednarz all wore “I Love Lucy Petrella” buttons. Submitted by Alma Elder
Lake Beseck mascots Pictured here is a family of swans on Lake Beseck. The father (front) and mother (directly behind) had five baby swans last year and just the one (far right) this year. The photo was taken by eighth grade Strong School student Marisa Spirito. Submitted photo
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Constitution Day was recognized by Korn School with an assembly. The fourth graders explained the meaning of the Constitution’s preamble, and the third graders created posters about what freedom meant to them. Submitted by Eileen Chupron
The BASREP staff and children enjoyed a visit from Virna Lisa, owner of Eco Yoga in Durham, during their “Hip, Happening, and Holistic” week. It was a truly relaxing and rewarding experience. Pictured is Virna Lisa with a group of children. Submitted photo
BASREP’s end-of-the-summer “Carnivale ‘de BASREP” a huge hit Complete with a delicious BBQ lunch, cotton candy, clowns, bouncing fun and a multitude of fun games, the BASREP party was a spectacular end to a fun-filled summer! Far left, Angelina and Mark Laudano show off the tickets they won playing games. The tickets were cashed in for prizes. Left, Directors Meggan Pierce and Jodi Rempe clown around with student Fiona Barrett. Submitted photos
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Middlefield Government Calendar (Unless otherwise indicated, all meetings are held in the Community Center.) Monday, September 26 11 a.m. — Middlefield Housing Authority Tuesday, September 27 6:30 p.m. — Planning and Zoning Commission 7 p.m. — Zoning Board of Appeals 7:30 p.m. — Board of Ed at Brewster School
Planning & Zoning Brian Chaffee of E-Muscle, LLC addressed the Middlefield Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) during the public session of their Sept. 14 meeting. Brian apologized for not coming before the commission earlier and provided a brief history of his business and the events that
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necessitated its move from West Street to Orchard Lane. Chaffee previously rented the facility on West Street and was required to move his car restoration business after the building suffered a partial collapse due to February’s heavy snow storms. While he thought the move would be temporary, the relocation will be long-term, leading Chaffee to seek the approval of the town in order to get his license renewed by the DMV. Town planner Geoff Colegrove explained that, while the Orchard Lane property is zoned for industrial use, it is zoned for general industrial use, or that which does not cause pollution or fumes. Chaffee was instructed to file an application with a site plan to be acted on at the commission’s next meeting, but it was stressed that he will probably need to go before the Zoning Board of Appeals. Although there was no application before the commission, chairman Bob Johnson requested clarification on Lori Vogel-Brown’s withdrawal of the application previously before them to determine if the matter should be further reviewed. Attor-
ney John Corona explained that the facility was within the set back requirements for the zone in which it was built, thus the application for a variance was not required. Discussion ensued regarding zone regulations and possible need for additional regulations due to changing times and businesses. Raymond Termini came before the commission seeking a change in his home occupation permit from culinary to physical therapy/massage therapy. Termini would like to run the business out of his home, allotting one room and two parking spaces at his 185 Baileyville Road home to a private physical therapy/massage therapy business. Johnson indicated that a permit cannot be carried over from one use to another and recommended Termini first rescind his current permit, then file an application with a site plan for the new business. The commission moved on to industrial regulations, discussing how to revise/update the regulations to keep them applicable to today’s world and varied industry uses. Kevin Boyle suggested “cherry-picking” regulations to loosen them, allowing more industries, being cautious not to go too far. He suggested inviting property and business owners to come in to get their opinions and find out what they need, as was done with the commercial business owners on Route 66. Members agreed, and Colegrove will send a letter inviting them to the first
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meeting in October. Agricultural regulations will be tackled when industrial regulations are completed. There was no Zoning Enforcement Officer’s report. Colegrove’s town planner’s report included inquiries on industrial properties, status of Powder Ridge closing and Lyman Orchards’ golf school. In closing, Johnson expressed gratitude to Chuck Corley for his years of reporting the commission’s meetings, thanking him for accurate and fair reporting and wishing him well in his new endeavors. (Elisabeth Kennedy/In attendance)
Board of Finance Discussion about vehicles monopolized the Middlefield Board of Finance (BOF) meeting on Sept. 15. At last month’s meeting, the board considered finance director Joe Geruch’s request to approve the purchase of a new cruiser as Ford will no longer be producing the Crown Victoria. The request was tabled pending additional information on the vehicle. Lucy Petrella reported that Cliff’s Auto in Rockfall has offered to maintain the current cruiser for $1,000 per year until it can be replaced, eliminating the sense of urgency for the vehicle’s replacement. The board decided to, again, piggy back on the state’s bid contract for police cruisers, which will be in the next fiscal year. The board also considered Geruch’s request for reinstatement of the funding of
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vehicle expenses for the town’s animal control officer. Petrella provided a brief history of the line item: nearly five years ago, the board approved the purchase of a vehicle for the animal control officer ($750), but he was not happy with any of the vehicles offered to him. The $750 remained in the line item until this fiscal year when it was removed. Due to requirements that the vehicle have heating and air conditioning for animals being transported, Geruch has requested that those funds be reinstated. The board approved the transfer of $750 from the contingency fund to reinstate the vehicle allowance. The board addressed the need to discuss and authorize all transfers (due to a request to transfer $0.09 for a minor adjustment) or whether transfers under $10 could be done without board approval. It was agreed to have the matter reviewed by the town’s attorney. Also discussed was the delay in transitioning to a new accounting system; the board will request the new system be in place within the next 60 to 90 days. (Elisabeth Kennedy, from minutes)
From the office of the tax collector September is upon us (actually, it’s almost behind us). The office has just begun to get busy collecting Lake Beseck assessment payments. I hope to see a lot of old friends and see some new faces, too, when you stop by to make payments. Back in April you received your assessment bills — one for your April installment and one for the September installment. If you have lost or misplaced your bill, you can call the office, and I will gladly send you a new one. For those who escrow your taxes, you need to know that your bank does not escrow your sewer bills. You can pay your sewer assessment by mail or you can come in. No credit cards will be accepted. Please don’t wait until the very last minute to pay your See Tax Collector, next page
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The town of Durham Department of Emergency Management will be holding training for membership in the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). CERT members will be trained to assist the Emergency Management Department during events like the recent tropical storm (Irene), during which the Emergency Operations Center was activated and the town shelter was opened. Volunteers in the EOC staffed the telephones and ra-
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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.) Monday, September 26 6 p.m. — Administering Board Property Tax Relief Program at Town Hall Tuesday, September 27 7 p.m. — Ethics Committee 7 p.m. — Economic Development Commission Wednesday, September 28 7:30 p.m. — Board of Ed at Brewster School was not injured. The case is
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Barbara began her career in 1985 with Beazley Co. Realtors, which is now Prudential CT Realty, the #1 Real Estate company in the State of CT. She has been a consistent MultiMillion Dollar Club Producer and Founders Club Member (top 50 in Co. of 500). She is a graduate of Floyd Wickham (1991) a graduate of his Star Program, a Master’s Salesperson and is a member of his Master’s Society and received her GRI designation in 1987, her CRS designation in 1995 and earned her ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative) designation in 2000. Additionally, she has recently earned her CNE (Certified Negotiation Expert) certification. Barbara has earned the Quality Service Certification and has Platinum status, the highest satisfaction level as bestowed by her clients. She has also completed the CT Trust for Historic Preservation’s “Selling Historic Houses” seminar to handle listings and sales of historic properties. Barbara was awarded the Five Star real Estate Agent for 2011. A former member of the Wallingford Board of Education for eight years, Barbara is currently a Vice President of the Wallingford Historical Society. She is a Commissioner on the Historic Properties Commission and a Director of the Center Street Cemetery Association and In Memoriam Cemetery Association.. She is also a member of the North Haven Historical Society. In addition to being active in community events, Barbara continues to hone her career through organizations such as the National Association of Realtors, Connecticut Association of Realtors, Greater New Haven Association of Realtors, National Residential Sales Council, Residential Sales Council-Connecticut Chapter and REBAC - Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council, Inc. and the CT Trust for Historic Preservation.
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On Sept. 14, just after 8 p.m., Joseph Kelly, of Durham, was engaged in construction work on Route 9 South between exits 2 and 1 in Old Saybrook. Dale Perzan, of Kensington, was also engaged in work behind Kelly’s work vehicle when Kelly backed up and struck him. Perzan sustained a fatal injury and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Kelly
(203) 235-4825 www.valencialiquor.com After graduating high school from Hopkins Day Prospect, Sharon attended Johnson & Wales for court reporting. While attending Johnson & Wales, Sharon worked in her father’s law firm as a legal secretary. Upon graduation, Sharon began her career as a court reporter for the State of Connecticut. After ten years as a court reporter, Sharon joined husband Marc D. Rosen as General Manager of Valencia Liquor. Valencia Liquor specializes in fine wines, gourmet beers and hard to find liquors. Valencia also makes year-round gift baskets filled with spirits & wines of your choice. Another specialty of Valencia is wedding favors with personalized labels. Valencia has been voted #1 by Readers’ Choice for Best Liquor Store & Best Beer Department, 7 years in a row: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. 2008, 2009 & 2010. Valencia received the “2004 Retailer of the Year Award.” Also, Valencia received the “2004 Small Business Leadership Award.” Sharon received the “2002 Women In Leadership Award” by the Women & Families Center. Along with her husband, Sharon has received numerous awards for non-profit agency fundraising. Sharon is behind the scenes coordinating the Annual Silver City Brewfest which has now raised over $100,000 to date.
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Assisted Living Services Inc. was established in 1996 by Sharon D’Aquila. Under her leadership and vision Assisted Living Services, Inc. has become one of the fastest growing businesses of its type in Central Connecticut. The business provides a broad range of inhome eldercare services that help older adults maintain their independence while continuing to live at home or in Assisted Living Facilities. Sharon has nearly 300 staff and caregivers that provide these services to 100’s of customers and families throughout Connecticut. The business has expanded with three branches - Meriden, Glastonbury, and Clinton. The main office moved to a larger facility this year at 74 S. Broad St., Meriden. Sharon started the business after caring for her grandfather who had Alzheimer’s. She identified a need for non-medical in-home services such as Homemakers that can assist with cleaning, food preparation, shopping, escorting to appointments and reminding clients to take their medication. They also have specially trained Personal Care Attendants that can be assigned from 3 to 12hrs a day. Also, if needed clients can have Live-in Caregivers that can provide 24 hour / 7 day a week coverage. Her staff are carefully selected, have National Criminal Background Checks, are bonded and insured, and above all must share her vision of reliability, trustworthiness, and desire to work with the elderly. Last year Sharon helped to establish a new sister company Assisted Living Technologies, Inc. which offers technologically advanced products that help seniors age-in-place, such as Wi/Fi Remote Monitoring Systems, Personal GPS Locators, and Automated Medication Dispensing Devices. Sharon enjoys a collaborative working relationship with the State and Local Social and Health Services. She is a member of the Connecticut Coalition on Aging, the Meriden, Glastonbury, and Southington Chambers of Commerce, and the CT. Womans’ Forum. Sharon serves on the Board of Directors for the Meriden Child Guidance Clinic. This article is a tribute to Sharon made possible by her customers, family, and employees.
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assessment. If you have a problem with your bill and the solution cannot be fixed on time, you will be charged the 1.5 percent penalty per month. Oct. 1 postmark is proof of payment on time. The drop box has no proof of payment on time. The drop box will be emptied at 4 p.m. on Oct. 1. Any payments dropped in the box after close of business on Oct. 1 will be considered delinquent. For those who pay with an online service, the envelope your check comes in does not have a postmark on it. These payments will be considered delinquent if received Oct. 1. Please call me if you have any questions. Also, don’t go looking for your sewer usage bills. They have not been sent as they are not due until Oct. 1. Please do not send any money until you receive a bill, or I will have to send it back to you as I will have no way of processing your money as the bills will not be in the system until Oct. 1. Anne L. Olszewski, Middlefield/Rockfall Certified Tax Collector
dios and handled hundreds of inquiries. At the shelter, volunteers helped make food and water available and directed people to much-needed amenities, like the showers. CERT members may be called upon to assist in similar emergencies. The CERT training will be on three Fridays (Oct. 21, 28 and Nov. 4) and Saturday, Nov. 5. For more info, call 860-7049111 and leave your contact information or e-mail durhamcteoc@gmail.com.
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For Tari Marshall-Day, international perspective comes from her life experience and global education. The Durham resident was born in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Her father, the late Dr. David Marshall-Day, spent most of his life teaching and researching at universities in developing countries and served as Dean at Tufts University. Education was the biggest legacy her parents gave her. They ensured she had a global view. She attended schools in Spain’s poorest townships, a British boarding school, an international school in Europe and a U.S. college. She studied English and foreign languages, and earned a master’s in International Relations from Salve Regina University and the Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. Marshall-Day is Vice President and International Chairwoman of the Meriden Rotary Club. She was named Rotarian of the Year in 2010. She works for the global Interstate Hotels & Resorts. She is Director of Sales at the Hampton Inn by Hilton Meriden - Wallingford, her third assignment in the company. Marshall-Day is proud to serve as a civilian ambassador for international perspectives organizations, cross cultural education and not-for-profits. “They are so critical to the cloth of any country,” she says. “Education is always at the forefront of my thoughts.” Marshall-Day supports United Way, Beat the Street, Hispanic Outreach Leaders in Action, the Newport Council for International Visitors, and the advancement of women pursuing education and success. She uses her languages often, with a personal touch in conversations and translating, for example, for the annual Mission of Mercy Dental clinic. She’s a citizen of the world but never forgets the people and villages around the world that have enriched her life.
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celebrate its extraordinary legacy and its limitless potential.” The celebration is (Continued from page 7) infusing their programs and events. For instance, the “We’re completely dedi- middle school is doing a specated to creating a learning cial research project, whereenvironment for the kids by the students interview that they will make use of in and research the people who the 21st century. Kids are make up the history of the learning to collaborate and school. They will do interfocus on relationships. views face-to-face and via the They’re learning to work in Internet and the phone, and groups and do problem-solv- they will talk to alumni and ing and creative thinking. their parents, as well as to They’re on teams for athlet- former faculty, in order to gather the stoics, the band, the ries that, when chorus, theater combined, creproduction, etc. ate the story of The range of opthe school. portunities they There are also have is incredialumni volunble, considering teers doing this. the size of the The students school. There are and alumni will lots of academic present their choices. stories to the “We are a school in June, down-to-earth, reflecting how unpretentious the school has private school. changed the Two thirds of the lives of individstudents come John Barrengos uals and how from families individuals have with working parents, one those fifth to one fourth of whom helped to change the world. And IDS is not standing are educators. One third to one half of the families re- still. “We’ve rewrapped the ceive some form of financial building,” says Barrengos, “so that the outside of the aid. “We are a diverse commu- school matches the inside nity, crossing socio-econom- and reflects the magic of ic, cultural, ethnic and racial what goes on inside. We’ve barriers, with a wide range got new windows and a new of passions and interests and roof, which saves energy and experiences from our stu- enhances the appearance of dents, teachers and families. the school. We’ve made Our students are curious, changes on the inside, too, confident and voracious like renewing our locker learners, and they do very rooms. We’re continuing with curriculum developwell when they leave here.” Barrengos says their 50th ment and technology, and anniversary “gives this fab- we’re charging forward on ulous school the chance to 21st century learning.”
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Headmaster John Barrengos eagerly awaits his next plunge at the IDS birthday celebration on Sept. 11. More photos of the event at right.
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IDS celebrates 50 years of excellence Music, dunking, bouncing, feasting and remembering 9/11 made for a memorable birthday celebration at The Independent Day School (IDS) in Middlefield on Sunday, Sept. 11. Its annual Founders’ Day Picnic was the venue for launching a year-long celebration to recognize 50 years of excellence in educating thousands of students. As IDS celebrates its legacy, it will continue to develop its limitless potential of preparing its students for the 21st century. Below, Betty Smith of Middlefield, class of 2012; Charles Salas of Middletown, class of 1966; and Ella Powell of Meriden, class of 2020, have the honor of cutting the IDS birthday cake. Bottom photo, Reggie Thibodeau of Middlefield, Kathy and Mark Meyering of Middletown and Chad Reddick of Durham, members of Players’ Night Regulars, entertained the IDS community. Submitted by JoAnn Rider
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James W. McGuire
James W. McGuire, 94, passed away peacefully in New Haven on Sept. 13. He was a resident most recently of Cedar St., Branford, but a lifelong resident of the Fair Haven section of New Haven. He was the husband of the late Ellen Wise McGuire and beloved father of Gerrianne McGuire Davis of Media, PA, and Patricia McGuire Judson and husband Ernest of Durham. Grandfather of Colleen Davis, James Davis, Gregory Judson, Amanda Judson and Garrett Judson.
Great grandfather of Jack Peter Janczyk. Brother of the late John McGuire and Joseph McGuire. Brother-inlaw of Margaret McGuire of New Haven. Uncle of John (Betty) McGuire Jr., Joseph McGuire Jr., Brian (Sue) McGuire and Elizabeth (Darryl) Hine. James is also survived by several great nieces and nephews. Born April 26, 1917, in New Haven, a son of the late Joseph and Catherine Woods McGuire of County Leitrim, Ireland, he was a graduate of St. Francis Grammar School in 1930, Hillhouse High School in 1934 and Quinnipiac College in 1936. At present, he was the oldest living graduate of Quinnipiac College. James was employed as a corporate auditor for the Internal Revenue Service for over 35 years. A lifelong communicant of St. Francis Church in New Haven, he was a faithful and active member of the church and
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did much volunteer work and fundraising for the church over the years. He was also a member of the Knights of St. Patrick and was fond of baseball, especially the Boston Red Sox. Burial took place in St. Lawrence Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis School, 423 Ferry St., New Haven, CT 06513.
Quitman “Otto” Bardwell, Jr.
Quitman “Otto” Bardwell, Jr., 79, born and raised in Purvis, MS, and a long-time resident of Durham, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 11, in Charlotte, NC. He was the son of the late Quitman O. and Mattie Lou (Freeman) Bardwell, Sr. Otto proudly served his country in the US Army in Korea and the US Navy in Vietnam, was a distinguished sailor in the US Navy’s Submarine Service for 14 years and completed his 26 years of military serv-
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ice in the CT Army National Guard. In civilian life, Otto worked as an HVAC technician in several different capacities until he retired in 1997. Otto was also a member of American Legion, China Post #1. An avid outdoorsman, Otto enjoyed hunting and fishing with friends and family. He also listened to “both kinds of music — country and western.” Otto was especially known for his Southern charm and “colorful wit,” which, along with his generosity and kind spirit, touched everyone around him. Those traits will surely live on in all who knew and loved him. Otto is survived by his wife, Gail Keyes Bardwell; his three children, Linda Bardwell of Tulsa, OK, Josh Bardwell of Old Saybrook, Rebekah Bardwell Doweyko of Chester; and five grandchildren. He is also survived by his four step-children, John Tobin of Waterbury, Rick Tobin of Harwinton, JoAnn Dupont of Watertown, Kim Mix of Wolcott, and six step-grandchildren. Along with his parents, Otto was predeceased by his eldest son, Robert J. Bardwell. Funeral services were held on Sept. 20 at Doolittle Funeral Home. Burial followed in the State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown where full military honors were accorded.
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Richard Conniff and The Species Seekers The Rockfall Foundation of Middlesex County is hosting Richard Conniff and The Species Seekers for an evening presentation and conversation on Oct. 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the deKoven House Community Center in Middletown. An award-winning and nationally-acclaimed science writer, Richard Conniff will focus on the fascinating, colorful story of how species get discovered and why it’s still such an import human endeavor. Richard’s talk will be based on his most current book, The Species Seekers: Heroes, Fools and the Mad Pursuit of Life on Earth (W.W. Norton), which chronicles the history of early naturalists, who, with “more swagger than scientific training, made it their mission to go to the most perilous corners of the planet and bring back astonishing new species.” An informal reception will follow. Copies of The Species Seekers will be available for purchase and signing. Seating is limited, and advanced registration is required. For reservations, call Tony at 860-347-0340 or e-mail tmarino@rockfallfoundation.org. The deKoven House Community Center is located at 27 Washington Street. There is some limited parking in the Center’s small lot as well as parking in the city lot next door. For directions, go to rockfallfoundation.org and click on the deKoven House page.
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New healing arts practitioner in Durham center By Cheri Kelley Town Times A new business has opened within the Durham Naturopathic Health and Wellness Center located next to Eco Yoga at 16 Main Street, Suite 204. Diane Esposito is an intuitive healing arts practitioner/holistic coach, certified Reiki master teacher, Angelspeake and guided meditation facilitator. Esposito has a home office in Wallingford and now is excited to open a new office in Durham. She lived in Durham for 17 years and said, “The fair, Lino’s and Durham Market are all things that are part of our lives and memories. It’s like coming home.” The idea behind Esposito’s work is to teach people to be able to teach themselves better ways to handle
problems within their own mits. “I learned a lot of coping skills and filives. She exnally found the poses her archway, so to clients to healspeak. The ing habits coaching tips which she feels are what I really “empower the love.” client; they are Esposito crenot here to fix ated her own anything, but it program and is a partnerwrote a mini ship. Somebook called times it is just a Play, Heal, Love! boost in a cerDiane Esposito She teaches the tain area, used for maintenance, like one skills from her book to her might get a massage every clients during classes and month, some might come for workshops and also in onea monthly coaching session. on-one sessions. What separates Esposito It is not always for clients from other holistic practiwho have a problem.” Esposito has a communi- tioners is that she incorpocation arts degree but feels rates a variety of her skills that much of her coaching from aromatherapy to Reiki, experience comes from life which is an ancient hand experiences. “I tried every- placement healing art, in her thing that didn’t work for so sessions. It is this blending long and so hard,” she ad- of skills that works so well
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Falcons Football B-Team grounds Wethersfield Eagles The Falcons B-Team traveled to Wethersfield and took on a “big town” team. With an opening memorial to the 9-11 victims and a live performance of the National Anthem, the day kicked off with reflection.
Sorensen, Patrick Piscatelli, Mike Cross and Owen Gonzales. For the second time in as many games, the first play from scrimmage resulted in a touchdown, with QB Griffin Sax handing off to Owen Gonzales who ran 55 yards off tackle to score. Justin Faiella ran the extra point, giving the Falcons a 7-0 lead.
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Eagles’ wings time and time again. The Eagles found nowhere to run and soon took to the air. The Falcons’ claws took five interceptions, led by Cross, Piscatelli, Faiella and Gonzales. The stubborn defense was manned by Michael Doyle, Ben Choplick, Andrew and Robert Gleason, Ben Berluti, Jake Layman, Trevor Brochu, Trevor DellOso, Aiden Doyle, Alex
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15 yards. Wesley Benjunas continued with a thrilling 30yard run. Then the Falcons’ defense increased the pressure and created a two-point safety, which gave them some breathing room, ending the half at 10-7. In the fourth quarter, Tregoning took the ball up the middle where the blocking, led by Wallach, Solis, Kyle and Tyler DeGennaro, let him cruise into the end zone, making the final score 16-7. Great game by all. The Falcon defense recovered three fumbles, and the offense had many big plays with Justin Saks as quarterback and Victor Vieira, Brendan Wiknik and Bryan Shields dominating on the offensive and defensive line.
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This past Sunday, the DSquad faced the Glastonbury Tomahawks at home. The game started with the Falcons on offense. The team had a little trouble getting started but got momentum by the middle of the first quarter, with great running by AJ DeFilio, Anthony Bizzario and Shea Larkin. With one minute remaining in the first quarter, quarterback
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At the first football home game on the new field, fans included Nancy and Bill Currlin, top left, who was instrumental in the completion of the new track and field, and BOE chair Tom Hennick, RSD13 Superintendent Sue Viccaro and CRHS principal Andre Hauser, top right. Center photo, the CRHS band, led by Dean Coutsouridis, performs. Left, support comes from the cheerleaders as well. Photos by Meghan Hennick
and 17 yards in three plays. That was the first half. With the CIAC’s 50-point rule as their only effective opponent, the Blue Devils slowed things down in the second half, only because they had to, scoring touchdowns on two drives: 13 yards in six plays and 70 yards in two plays. Coginchaug rushed 38 times for 366 yards and added 14 yards through the air for a total of 380 yards. Senior Zev Kartiganer carried six times for 115 yards, including a 54-yard touchdown. Senior Alec Corazzini carried eight times for 97 yards, including touchdown runs of seven yards and one yard, and caught one pass for 14 yards. Sophomore Christian Adams scored on a 59yard touchdown run. Senior Tanner Pedersen, junior Sean Harper and Granger
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Connecticut Gold makes back-to-back appearance at Final Four Connecticut Gold, an AAU boys’ basketball team coached by Durham’s own Steve Petruzzi, competed in a National Tournament in Orlando, FL, in July and, for the second year in a row, advanced to the semi-finals (“Final Four”). The team improved their record with a third place finish this year (versus fourth last year). During the five-day tournament, the team faced a constant challenge by bigger and more athletic teams, but Connecticut Gold prevailed with its signature style of well-disciplined defense and razor-sharp execution of plays. With Coach Petruzzi at the helm, the team focused on hard work and team unity, and together, they accomplished a rare back-toback Final Four appearance in this extremely competitive tournament. Pictured top right are the five returning members from last year (l-r): Austin Calling, Erikson Wasyl (CRHS Senior), Coach Petruzzi, Al Torrens and Mike Odenwaelder (grandson of Durham residents Pat and Maryann Boord); center, CT Gold at Final Four; far left, Erikson Wasyl; bottom left, Mike Odenwaelder. Submitted by Chika Wasyl
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students who have fallen below CRHS eligibility requirements for extra-curricular activities. CRHS uses stricter standards than the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) for eligibility in activities such as sports.
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The program was designed for students who have fallen below CRHS eligibility standards but not CIAC standards. Students in this program can earn eligibility back on a week-to-week basis if each of their teachers sign off on that week’s academics and behavior. According to Hauser’s update, “The program is designed to foster student responsibility. The student is responsible for doing the work, getting the waiver form filled out completely, having it verified by a guidance counselor and signed
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LEGAL NOTICE CALL TO THE ANNUAL TOWN MEETING TOWN OF DURHAM The eligible voters of the Town of Durham are hereby warned that THE ANNUAL TOWN MEETING will be held in the Julian B. Thayer Auditorium, Coginchaug Regional High School, on Monday, October 3, 2011 at 8:00 p.m. for the following purposes: 1) To establish the date for the Annual Budget Meeting. 2) To elect 2 members to 2016 term on the Compensation Review/Personnel Policy Commission. 3) To elect 3 members to 2014 term on the Library Board of Directors. 4) To elect 2 town representatives to the 2014 term on the Board of Trustees of the Durham Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. To the following lines as recommended by the Board of Finance at their 5) To transfer $187,184 from the following lines: 6020 Contingency 114,099.00 meeting of August 23, 2011. 3007 Highway Seasonal Wages 6,648.00 3006 Highway Dept Wages 31,029.00 3011 Snow Removal 52,532.00 3016 Highway Sweeping 1,280.00 3014 Chip Sealing 694.00 3500 Highway Projects 3,171.00 4015 Animal Control 24,301.00 5505 Recreation Expenses 15,902.00 5501 Recreation Wages 44,738.00 1515 Town Counsel 13,692.00 6010 Tax Refunds 33,487.00 1555 Planning & Zoning Legal 8,011.00 6700-469 CIP - Public Works Facility 2,465.00 6700-484 CIP - Maiden Lane 21,782.00 6700-491 CIP - Server Replacement 537.00 6) To approve the following carryovers totaling $55,873 into the fiscal year 2011-12 budget as recommended by the Board of Finance at their meeting on August 23, 2011. 2020 Conservation Commission 2,500.00 6700-493 Ambulance Capital 11,000.00 4085 Emergency Services Facility 42,373.00 7) To transfer $9,357 from #9630 Radios & Pagers Reserve to line #6700-498 CIP – Town Wide Radios for the purchase of Motorola pagers as recommended by the Board of Finance at their meeting of August 23, 2011. Laura L. Francis John T. Szewczyk James W. McLaughlin First Selectman Selectman Selectman
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nine months, or until June 30, 2012, to continue with the initial charges. Town planner Geoff Colegrove suggested continuing the board “whether for six months or a
year; I don’t think it would take 12 months but maybe six.� First Selectman Jon Brayshaw was concerned that DMIAAB itself may not be pleased with the extension but believed that Colegrove was correct. The committee was extended only to complete the original charges.
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improvement plan. In any other case, DMIAAB would need to come back to the Boards of Finance of both Durham and Middlefield for approval, like all other departments in both towns. Midstate Regional Planning consolidation The next issue was that of Midstate Regional Planning and the consolidation into Councils of Government (C.O.G.). They felt that the state will be consolidating and that it is in the best interest of the towns to be proactive and establish a C.O.G., called the Lower Connecticut River Valley Council of Governments. Colegrove will not be retiring, but he said, “I will be slowing down a bit.� Brayshaw and Selectman Ed Bailey both said, “Middlefield has benefited from Midstate Regional Planning; things are going to morph in our future, and we will need to adapt.� Powder Ridge closing In a Powder Ridge update, a motion was passed for the closing to be extended to Oct. 31 as there are some exhibits that go along with the diversion permit that need to be completed. Brayshaw said, “Things are not going as quickly as we had hoped, but they are still moving along.� The attorney general’s office needs to sign off, and there is no telling how long that will take, Colegrove explained. There will be a conference call on the matter on Friday, Sept. 23.
Women fall off Beseck Mountain According to police, just before midnight on Sept. 20, Troof F received a 911 call from the area of 126 Kickapoo Road in Middlefield. The caller reported that a friend had fallen off the moutain. Upon arrival, State Police and Middlefield Fire determined that there were two victims. Tiffany Maxfeld, 20, of Southington sustained injuries after losing her balance and falling approximately 60 feet. Lauren Pinto, 22, of Middletown, the other victim, had attempted to climb down the ledge cliff to assist and fell.
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Boy Scouts from Middlefield’s Troop 33 attended summer camp at Camp Wakpominee in New York from Aug. 1-8. They not only had fun, but they also learned lots of skills while earning Merit Badges along the way. Front row (l-r): Kenny Douglas, Andrew Murray, Kyle Strang, Troy Willis, Spencer McCoy, Alexander Staddon, Thomas D’Orvilliers and William Staddon. Back row (l-r): Seamus Doyle, Greg Lineberry, Erik Johnson, Ethan Doolittle, Kevin Onofreo, Brian Blake and Sam Gossner.
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Young Leaders Society kick-off Please join the Middlesex United Way Young Leaders Society on Thursday, Oct. 13, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. for their official kick-off at The Shadow Room (170 Main St. in Middletown). Enjoy a free networking event bringing together current and future Middlesex County leaders. The Young Leaders Society celebrates and strengthens the power of young professionals to become leaders in our organizations and bring about positive change in our community. Please bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Amazing Grace Food Pantry.
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Watch for children walking and on bicycles. Adhere to school zone speed limits. Approach parked cars carefully. A stopped school bus with flashing red lights means STOP! Always exercise extreme caution near school buses.
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