Volume 20, Number 23
Serving Durham, Middlefield and Rockfall
Green efforts feted
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AND THEY’RE OFF
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The towns of Durham and Middlefield both earned Silver Awards from Energize CT’s Clean Energy Communities program. The towns were recognized for their environmental efforts at a ceremony at Wallingford’s Oakdale Theater. Durham First Selectman Laura Francis accepted the award for Durham and Jen Huddleston of Middlefield’s Clean Energy Task Force and Selectman Ed Bailey accepted for Middlefield. The awards recognize participation in home energy audits and reduced municipal energy use, among other factors. As Huddleston described it, “the efforts we make to transition our town to being greener.” See Green / Page 5
Cross country teams from local independent, parochial and public schools recently participated in The Independent Day School’s Cross Country Invitational through the school’s nature trails and around a scenic pond. Some of the local schools represented included Foote School, Country School, St. Timothy’s, Chase Collegiate, Hamden Hall, Portland, St. Bridget and St. John Paul II. The course was 1.6 miles.
EPA releases $9 million for Superfund project By Mark Dionne
of the permanent solution.” The project will connect the Superfund site on The Environmental Protec- Durham’s Main Street with tion Agency has announced Middletown public water the allocation of $9 million through a new water main. to begin the construction The water main will hook of a water system meant to up more than 100 properprovide clean drinking wa- ties within the site, including ter to the properties within three schools, and has the capability to supply water to Durham’s Superfund site. “For 30 years residents over 600 wells, if necessary. The $9 million allocation, have had fear of their water,” said Durham First Selectman issued in the fiscal year 2015, Laura Francis at a Town Hall is the first of two planned by ceremony on Oct. 26. “Today the EPA. Combined with $3 we announce the beginning million from Connecticut’s Town Times
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Bond Commission, the funds will pay for the project, which officials refer to as costing “20-plus million.” The project has doubled in cost from earlier estimates of $10 million. Within the site, initial hookup to the public water will be done at no charge to the property owner, but the owner will be responsible for water bills. Depending on project delays, water usage could start in 2018. According to Anni Loughlin, EPA Project Man-
ager, the system will likely be turned on all at once. An EPA press release describes the origin of the site’s contaminated groundwater, stating “In the past, the Durham Manufacturing Company (operating) and the former Merriam Manufacturing Company polluted soil and groundwater with TCE and other chlorinated solvents in the area of Main Street in Durham. As a result, water in many private potable wells in See Superfund / Page 2
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Superfund Other areas that have been hooked up to the Middletown water. The contaminated found with problematic waplumes have been migrating ter in Durham could also be Durham is unsafe to drink.” The contaminated water in a southwesterly direction, hooked up to the water main, was first discovered in 1982, putting the fairground wells although that would be under the state’s or town’s authority. just two years after the cre- in their potential path. ation of the Superfund proThe lifestyle at Middlesex Health Care Center gram itself. Brian Olson, is filled with companionship, lively conversation and a Chief of Remediation and wide variety of social, cultural and educational activities. Restoration with the EPA, said, “The number of homes Long-Term Care: impacted has steadily inWellness, Comfort & Skilled Care creased since then.” Short Term Care: Filters and bottled water Personalized Rehab & have been in use within the Recovery Care site, but the water main is intended as a permanent soluMiddlebrook at We are a tion, a fix that many said was Middlesex Health Care Center pet-friendly center the result of years of hard A Dementia Care Program work. • Our services include: • Oncology Management Middletown Mayor Dan • Orthopedic Rehabilitation • Wound Management Drew said, “To describe the • Cardiac Recovery • Music, Art and Recreational amount of behind-the-scenes • Stroke Rehabilitation Therapies work ... would take a couple • Medically Complex Care • Medication Monitoring and • Surgical Recovery Management of days.” • IV Therapies • Hospice Like several officials at the • Pulmonary Management • Respite Care ceremony, which included representatives from the EPA, 100 Randolph Road Connecticut’s Department of Middletown, CT 06457 Energy & Environmental Pro860.344.0353 tection and Department of athenah.com/middlesex Public Health, Durham and Managed by Athena Health Care Systems Middlefield, Drew noted the cooperation that went into To learn more about Middlesex Health Care Center or schedule a tour, please call 860-344-0353 the project. The mayor called the project a “win-win” for the residents and taxpayers of Durham and Middletown. “This is government at its best,” said Francis, who noted the amount of inter-agency cooperation required. Guy Russo, Director of Middletown’s Water and Sewer Department, presented Francis with a re-usable water bottle with the department’s logo. Russo, who has been working on some facet of the project for all of his 21 years with the city, also recognized the late Ray Kalinowski, the former First Selectman who spent years on the water issue. Local legislators, state Sen. Bring your own gear to sell and get great deals to buy. Ted Kennedy Jr. and state Local ski & board shops will be on site with great deals. Rep. Vincent Candelora, thanked Francis for bringEquipment Drop Off • Sign up for seasonal leasing ing them up to speed on the November 2 - 4 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Meet our instructors and learn about long-gestating project after November 5 & 6 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. lesson programs • Additional 20% off select items on they were elected. Swap Sunday While the EPA has authorNovember 7 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Swap benefits Powder Ridge Ski patrol. ity only within the Superfund November 8 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Come meet them and learn how to join. site, the project could also help with other troubled areas in Durham. The Durham Center Water System, which pipes water from wells at the Durham Fairgrounds to some homes in southern Durham, will be From Page 1
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ckfall Voters, Dear Middlefield and Ro ancially n has benefitted greatly – fin ny tow the you tell can I rs, ma rs. In for 10 yea Serving as First Selectman ing Ed Bailey at the number two post for the past 6 yea tain checks cer hav m ing fro vid – ly pro n tive tha stra and admini ul tasks other ngf ani me on es tak ely in e rar n tim towns, the Second Selectma Board. Not so with Ed Bailey. He has provided his . dit the cre of rk his wo to accomplishments and balances in the n, with a list of significant meaningful service to the Tow Powder Ridge h the sale and restoration of wit und gro our savings would be found ng ndi Sta , • the town budget ensuring ing the hurricanes e pos pro to me h wit y sel asters, includ • Worked clo residents during natural dis • Ensured the safety of all lloween nor’easter of 2011 ent Irene & Sandy and the Ha ACE energy saving program, an economic developm C-P ts n’s cos tow rgy the in ene s by reducing • Helped usher attract and retain businesse tool that helps Middlefield ental improvements around Lake Beseck including the ironm ted issues • Worked tirelessly on env the retention of a Lake Scientist to manage lake-rela and , ion dredging operat Bailey took on take on such a work load. Ed ll-prepared and to n me ect Sel for n mo Let me reiterate: it is not com zens of Middlefield and Rockfall. Ed Bailey is we e for him on to vot , the citi these tasks to work for you the full time role of First Selectman and I urge you on e tak to extremely qualified 3rd. Election Day Tuesday, Nov. st Selectman Sincerely, Jon Brayshaw, Fir ard of Selectman as I want P.S. I am running for the Bo
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Holiday basket program Durham Interchurch Assistance annually prepares a Thanksgiving Holiday Basket Program for families and individuals. Stresses from financial difficulties, unemployment, medical problems, and other personal or family issues often create unanticipated hardships. Families or individuals having difficulties are encouraged to call Durham Human Services at 860-349-3153 to apply for a Thanksgiving Basket. Families and organizations can sponsor an individual or family. Donors can provide food gift cards in gift amounts of their choice and send them to Human Services, Thanksgiving Program, Town Hall, P.O. Box 428 Durham, CT 06422. Gift cards should be sent by Nov. 18. Donations of turkeys will be accepted on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 9 to 10 a.m., at Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St. Volunteers are needed Tuesday, Nov. 24, 9 a.m. to noon, to help coordinate distribution. For more information, to donate or volunteer, call Amanda at 860-349-3153.
Middlefield anniversary meetings planned The festivities of the 150th anniversary of Middlefield are scheduled to run through June of 2016. Residents, non-profits, civic groups and businesses are welcome to attend our monthly meeting (rotating between the third Sunday and Monday of each month.) Everyone’s involvement is welcome. Volunteers are needed for subcommittees and to coordinate events. For more information, contact Chris Hurlbert at Middlefield Park and Recreation, 860-349-7122.
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Green According to Energize CT, Durham saved 1,580,122 kiloFrancis said that one of the watt hours, the equivalent of more notable efforts within 773 tons of CO2, 135 cars off the Durham was the Solarize road for one year, or 192 acres CT program. The number of of trees planted. The town also raised $1,050 Durham homes with solar panels places the town in En- for its Fuel Bank. Similar efforts earned Midergize CT’s top 10. Francis suspects the town might have the dlefield the same award, highest number by percentage according to Huddleston. Midof homes with solar panels in dlefield residents and businesses also participated in the state. Durham also had 18 percent the audits. Frank St. John and of its homes and 11 percent of Nancy Winship-Poole conits businesses participate in en- ducted a study of municipal buildings, tracking energy use ergy audits. From Page 1
against hours of operation and square footage. Durham and Middlefield both participate in the C-PACE program, which allows businesses and non-profits to use funding from the CT Green Bank for energy efficient projects. The Middlefield Federated Church is in line to be the first local entity to use C-PACE. In order to achieve the Gold Award, according to Huddleston, the towns need to further decrease municipal energy usage and increase participation in the energy audits.
Francis said that Durham plans to convert lighting at the Fire House, Durham Public Library, and Public Works to more efficient LED lighting. With a state program, the lighting is funded through its savings and not through new town capital investment. Francis also said that upgrading the library’s HVAC system, currently in the planning stages, would be another area for the town to save money and be greener. Converting street lights to
LED lighting has also been suggested as another energy-saving, but much larger, project for both towns. In Middlefield’s future, the Clean Energy Task Force will be awarding $5,000 in grants for ideas that will reduce the town’s energy costs. Huddleston said she is actively seeking projects as well as volunteers for the task force. Energize CT and the Green Bank are state-created entities funded through the utility companies.
1 by 1 International, Inc. has extended its a shoe drive through Nov. 18. The organization is partnering with “Funds2Org,” which recycles gently used or new shoes. 1 by 1 International, a nonprofit organization, aids domestic
abuse shelters, soup kitchens and underprivileged, atrisk children and adults. Donations may be made at any of the following locations: Lino’s Market, 472 Main St., Durham; Split Enz Salon, 16 Main St. #203, Durham;
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A patriotic music program will be presented by Susan Peak of Studio Blue Guitar. All veterans are welcome: young and old, female and male. For more information, call Amanda Pedersen, Social Services Director, at 860-349-3153.
Medicare plan enrollment Medicare Prescription Drug Plan annual enrollment is scheduled through Dec. 7. An informative event is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 10, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Durham and Middlefield seniors have the opportunity to meet with
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hook, knitting, embroidery needle, sewing machine and more are welcome. Time to Sew & craft day - The start or finish holiday craft Middlefield Senior Center projects. For more informahas scheduled an open sew & tion and to sign up, call Jaccraft day for Thursday, Nov. 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crochet See Happenings / Page 22
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Mindfulness for Wellness Month - The United Churches of Durham has scheduled discussions for the first four Sunday mornings of November, 9 to 9:45 a.m., in the historic Fairchild House on the Campus of the United Churches. The discussions are open to the community. The topic for Sunday, Nov. 1 is “Blood Pressure, Risks and Opportunities.” Lori and Bud Cannon, medical professionals offer to take blood pressure at no cost, and discuss healthy ways to manage blood pressure. D u r i n g Nove m b e r a s Mindfulness for Wellness Month, the United Churches will sound their church bell 12 times at noon daily
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Connecticut’s Department of Transportation has informed the town of Durham that it has selected a stretch of Route 79 for the installation of rumble strips. According to the DOT, these will be centerline rumble strips, pavement indentations in the yellow lines “intended to alert distracted, drowsy or inattentive drivers (through vibration and sound) that they have unintentionally crossed the centerline.” The rumble strips will be installed during the 2016 con-
struction season. The DOT notice describes the location as “Pisgah Road to End of Route 79,” placing the rumble strips along a 1.71mile stretch running southeast from Main Street. The Durham Board of Selectmen discussed the matter at their Oct. 26 meeting. First Selectman Laura Francis speculated that the road may have been chosen based on traffic flow, design, or accident history. As Route 79 is a state-maintained road, the DOT holds the authority for renovations. There are no plans for a public hearing.
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Opinion Letters to the Editor (Editor’s note: Town Times received several political letters in time to appear in the Oct. 23 edition – the final one in which political letters were to run – which did not make it into print last week due to space constraints. Those letters are published here.)
Privileged to serve To the editor: A colleague told me eight years ago this would be the hardest job I would ever love! He was right. It has been an honor and a privilege and I am grateful that I will have the opportunity to serve another four years as your First Selectman alongside John Szewczyk and Steve Levy. I am proud of what has been accomplished. Grant funds have been secured for clean water, road improvements and bridge reconstruction. Energy efficiency projects are planned. An economic development study has been started which, I hope, will lead to expansion of our Grand List and less reliance on residential property to support our town government. Most importantly, we have to find a way to contain costs while continuing to provide vital services. Laura L. Francis Durham
Maintain rural charm To the editor: Undeveloped property on Route 66 in Middlefield is the most logical place for businesses that could bring in dollars to Middlefield and hold the line on tax increases. The Republican First Selectman and Selectman have held meetings to promote multi-story residences on some of this property. But there would be many expenses with such a proposal. Middlefield is a rural town and its special features should be retained. We are in the middle of the state and have access to major
urban areas when needed, but we also have the luxury of beautiful landscapes. A commercial development on Route 66 could benefit us, not a residential property. Don Ginter Middlefield
Public servants? To the editor: Elected officials have historically been called “public servants.” Not all politicians live up to the title. One outstanding example: Powder Ridge has cost the taxpayer over $6 million with an annual tax return of only $30,000. In addition, the new owner received a State/Middlefield grant of $500,000, resulting in a total cost to the new owner of $200,000. Ed Bailey continues to promote a 122-apartment complex on Routs 66, requiring a zoning change from commercial to residential. The Chamber of Commerce believes this is likely to be disastrous for taxpayers! We must elect new leadership. Peter Neidhardt is the right man for the job! Marianne Corona Durham
Dandy choices To the editor: With the race for the White House once again underway, the average citizen is faced with the usual dismal cast of characters. First we have Hillary Clinton, a professional liar, followed by Bernie Sanders, who will give you the shirt off of someone’s else’s back, and a couple of other Democrats that don’t have a chance in hell to be nominated. On the Republican side, we see a multi-billionaire who seems to hate women and has the grace and personality of a swine, and a brain surgeon, who although he seems intelligent, hasn’t governed a damn thing in his life. Oh, aren’t these just
THE TOPIC: WOMEN’S ISSUES Town Times letter policy Email letters to news@towntimes.com; mail to 500 South Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450 or fax to 203-639-0210. The Town Times will print only one letter per person each month. Letters should be approximately 300 words. We reserve the right to edit letters. Letters should be on topics of general interest to the community. We do not list names of people, organizations and businesses being thanked. Names of businesses are not allowed. Letters must be signed and names will appear in print. Include a phone number so the Town Times can contact you for verification. Letters must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Monday to be considered for publication in the next edition. dandy choices? Mark J. Czaja Middlefield
Just say no To the editor: A recent meeting at the Community Center made the residents of Harvest Wood Road aware of a proposed high rise apartment development at the corner of Route 66 and Harvest Wood Road. Proposed are four, three-story apartment buildings. Selectman Bailey and First Selectman Brayshaw were in attendance. In my opinion it seemed as though our elected officials appeared to be advocating for the developer. If that were to be the case, I believe that would be very inappropriate. Good leaders would say no to this type of plan. The
State Reps. Noreen Kokoruda (R-101), Laura Hoydick (R-120), House Republican Leader Themis Klarides (R-114) and State Rep. Dave Yaccarino (R-86) discuss women’s issues with Connecticut Republican women leaders on the Dave and Len show, which airs on Channel 20 in North Haven.
Embracing this season of change
I’ve always mourned summer’s end, but this time I had a real whiteknuckle grip on it. I just did not want to let it go. And I whined to anyone who would listen, as if I was the only one experiencing its passing. But I’m starting to adjust now, and I’m settling into fall quite nicely. I had forgotten, as I always do when I’m under summer’s spell, just how delightful this season is. I sit by my stream and I can’t take my eyes off the kaleidoscope of colors before me. It’s the only time my mind isn’t bouncing around like a room full of toddlers on a sugar high, and actually pays attention See Letters / Page 9 to what’s right in front of
it. It’s as Zen as I’m going to get. And when the wind kicks up and cascades leaves all around me, it feels like there’s magic a’foot. So many treasures are being bestowed upon us now. Scarecrows and corn mazes and all-things-pumpkin and apple cider and crisp days that make everything in you come alive. Hot chocolate and bonfires and hayrides and apple-picking. Dressing your kids up in their Halloween costumes, and seeing them so gosh darn happy (And if you’re lucky, scoring some of their chocolate.) Raking leaves into a pile and then jumpSee Carr / Page 10
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proposed apartment complex doesn’t meet the current Plan of Development or Planning and Zoning regulations. Karen Shonta Middlefield
It’s not broken
To the editor: Bottom line: Jon Brayshaw and Ed Bailey, through all their years as First Selectman and Selectman, have maintained a zero increase in Middlefield taxes and even lowered them. There has also been extraordinary cooperation and progress among town agencies. This shows a dedicated effort to honor the ability of the average tax payer to live and enjoy our special town. Now Ed Bailey seeks to continue that effort along with Jon Brayshaw as his Selectman. This working combination needs to continue.
Let’s not try to fix something that’s not broken! William Currlin Middlefield
Keep Middlefield ‘Middlefield’ To the editor: Ask yourselves what you like about Middlefield. I like Powder Ridge, Peckham Park, Lyman Orchards and the Apple Barrel. I love John Lyman School. I like to drive through Rockfall, see the old gun site factory building, drop into Coginchaug Market coming back from the park with my kids. I like the library and appreciate the dedication of the fire department. I like that my property taxes went down this year. I like that I have to go out of town to shop in those wide open, ugly parking lots, and that what industry is here is not as obnoxious and unsightly.
Remember when you’re voting, that if you change Middlefield too much it just wouldn’t be Middlefield. Carolyn Salzano Middlefield
Be mindful of bikers To the editor: I have an older Jeep that needs some repairs, so for the past three Mondays I’ve dropped it off at the repair shop and then (declining a lift) walked the short distance to work. I enjoy the autumn scenery but I do have to watch my step: in some places the side of the road is littered with a variety of nuts, dew-laden leaves and broken branches – and, of course, there’s the occasional dead critter, beer can or Dasani bottle which may pop up anywhere. These items present only a minor hazard for me since I’m facing oncoming traffic and can step off the pavement
or walk in the travel lane, depending on what’s ahead of me. But it strikes me that while most of this debris is pretty much invisible to passing motorists it is very apparent to bike riders, who, unlike me, can’t just sidestep it on an ad hoc basis. When you see bicyclists ahead, please be aware that they need to stray from the curb area at times. They are not trying to hog the road, only to stay out from under your tires – which would cause a much greater inconvenience to you than giving them a little extra space to maneuver when you stop to think about it! Suzy Mongeon Durham
Neighbors helping neighbors To the editor: The Middlefield Community Services Council was established in 1987. The pur-
pose is to assist Middlefield and Rockfall residents who are facing financial hardships. The council does not provide on-going assistance but rather short-term help for individuals and families. Ways the council might help include: fuel assistance, medical bills, rent/mortgage assistance, food bank and emergency/crisis situations. Payments get made directly to vendors, keeping all personal information confidential. At holiday time (Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas), the council provides baskets and/or gift cards to local individuals and families for holiday meals, as well as giving out back-to-school backpacks and maintaining a food bank year round at the Community Center. The council is made of Middlefield people, for Middlefield people. These See Letters / Page 10
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Voter registration events slated The Middlefield Registrars of Voters is scheduled to be in their office Monday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., to register Middlefield residents whose qualification as to age, citizenship, or residence was attained since Oct. 27. The Durham Registrars of Voters has scheduled a voter registration session on Monday, Nov. 2, in their office, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Those seeking to vote in the municipal election Tuesday, Nov. 3, whose qualifications as to age, citizenship or residence was attained since Oct. 27
can register from 9 a.m. to noon. Members of the armed forces or former members of the armed forces discharged within the calendar year can register until 5 p.m. that day. Those who do not meet these requirements and have missed the statutory voter registration deadline of Oct. 27, can still register to vote on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3, by appearing at the Registrars of Voters’ office with proof of citizenry, residency and identity between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m.
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local residents. The council’s only source of funding is through the donations of town residents and community service organizations. Through citizen’s generosity, they are able to continue the mission of helping people in the community. One hundred
percent of donations is given back to the community. This year our funds are the lowest they have been for the past eight years. The council is looking for cash donations or gift cards to purchase turkeys for families for this Thanksgiving. Donations can be made to
Planning & Zoning, Library, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5 (Check the town website D.A.R.T. Durham Animal at www.townofdurhamct. Response Team, Library, 7 org for updates.) p.m. Monday, Nov. 2 Sunday, Nov. 8 Fire Department TrustDurham Volunteer Ambuees, Durham Vol. Firehouse, lance Corps, 205 Main St., 7 7 p.m. Historic District, Durham p.m. Monday, Nov. 9 Public Library, 7 p.m. P ublic Safety Facility Tuesday, Nov. 3 Clean Energy & Sustain- Renovations Planning Comability Task Force, Library, mittee, Durham Vol. Firehouse, 7 p.m. 7 p.m. B o a rd o f S e l e c t m e n , Wednesday, Nov. 4 Board of Education Stu- Town Hall, 7 p.m. Inland /Wetlands, Town dent Achievement, SuperHall, 7:30 p.m. intendent’s office, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 10 Conservation Commission, Library, 7 p.m. Library Board of Trustees, Library, 7:30 p.m. Durham Volunteer Fire Co m pa ny, D u rh a m Vo l . Firehouse, 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12 Zoning Board of Appeals, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17 Board of Finance, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Agriculture Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Board of Educational ReSee Meetings / Page 11
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include representatives from the Middlefield Federated Church, St. Coleman Church, Middlefield First Selectman, Durham Middlefield Youth and Family Services Director, Middlefield Social Services Director and
the Middlefield Community Services Council and mailed to 405 Main St., Box 5, Middlefield, CT 06455. Donations can also be made at the Senior Center/Social Services Office. Call Jaclyn at 860-349-7121 for more information. Thank you to all of the
individuals, groups, and businesses who have helped the council. It would not be able to help our neighbors without your tremendous generosity. Jaclyn Caturano Director of Social Services and Senior Center Middlefield
that we’re loved. The days are shorter and the nights are longer, and I do grapple with that one, at first. I am always shocked when the night arrives earlier and earlier. I’m never ready for it, and I’m a bit miffed that my romps outside are being curtailed. But I’m starting to make peace with it. The night brings a coziness with it. Its extra hours lend themselves well to wood
burning stoves and candles and rock salt lamps and hot cider and thick ratty bathrobes and Netflix, and feeling safe and cocooned. I find deep contentment in all this. Instead of fighting the night, I am making friends with it. This is the time of year when we can slow down a bit and catch our breath, meet up with ourselves again, spend some time giving thought to just how we want to fashion our lives. Because before we know it, we will be met once again with the hustle and bustle of spring, and we’ll be off and running. I plan on enjoying the downtime. So summer, I loved you dearly, every day. But autumn, you, too, come bearing gifts. I think we’ll get along just fine. Diana Carr, a resident of Durham, is a certified life coach who was trained by Martha Beck. You can e-mail her at princessdi7@ sbcglobal.net.
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ing into them with all the abandon of a 4-year-old. Hearty meals and baked goodies (I believe those goodies are called comfort food. And I can attest to the fact that they do, indeed, comfort. Perhaps a tad too much.) Thanksgiving-culinary delights, yes, but more than that, a day spent with people we cherish and who cherish us. We remember
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sources, Superintendent’s office, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 Board of Education, Brewster school, 7 p.m. Recreation Committee, Durham Activity Center, 7 p.m. Planning & Zoning, Library, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19 DMIAAB, Library 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23 P ublic Safety Renovations Planning Committee, Durham Vol. Firehouse, 7 p.m. B o a rd o f S e l e c t m e n , Town Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24 Ethic’s Commission, Library, 7 p.m.
Devils dominate Warriors, move back to .500 mark
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Coming off a tough loss to ond touchdown of the game Morgan, Coginchaug looked two plays later, giving Coginto rebound against Canton chaug a 14-0 lead. The second quarter saw with a vengeance. The Blue Devils did just that, blow- plenty of offense from the ing out the Warriors 48-6 in Devils, who recorded three scores in the frame. Tregoning Canton. It didn’t take long for things recorded his third touchdown to start off in Coginchaug’s from three yards out before favor. Following the opening Powers got in on the action kickoff, it took Parker Trego- with a five-yard cut into the ning only two rush attempts end zone. Tregoning hauled in to find the end zone, totaling an interception on defense, re34 yards in the process. Cam turning it 40 yards to the WarPowers hauled in the two- rior 30-yard line before being point conversion pass from taken down. The senior found Wes Benjunas to put the Dev- the end zone on the very next play to complete the first half ils up 8-0. Monday, Nov. 2 After fumbles from both scoring, giving the Blue DevBoard of Selectmen, Middlefield Community Center, sides, the Devils found them- ils a 36-0 lead headed into the selves inside the Warriors’ break. 7 p.m. Coginchaug’s defense 10-yard line after Mike Cross Wednesday, Nov. 4 B o a r d o f E d u c a t i o n recovered the Canton blunder. proved to be the far superior Achievement Committee, Tregoning recorded his sec- unit in the second half, as Car7 p.m. WPCA Meeting, 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5 Youth Recreation BasketParks & Recreation, 6:30 ball is accepting registration. p.m. RN The program is open to stuThursday, Nov. 12 Board of Finance, Middle- dents in grades K through 8, Seeking to provide in-home field Community Center, 7 living in Durham and Middleprofessional health care service field. A fee is charged. p.m. in the Durham, Middlefield and Games are scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 17 Rockfall areas. Over 20 years Conservation Commis- Saturdays, starting Jan. 9. nursing experience. Bilingual, in Registration forms may be sion, 6:30 p.m. English and Polish. References Board of Education Re- found at the Durham Town Hall, at townofdurhamct.org sources Committee, 7 p.m. provided upon request. Inquiries. Board of Selectmen, Mid- or call 860-343-6720. Call EWA 860-395-8247. dlefield Community Center, 7 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 Planning & Zoning, 6:30 p.m. Board of Education, 7 p.m. Inland/Wetlands and Watercourses Agency, 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19 Middlefield Housing Au1611 Portland-Cobalt Road thority, 3 p.m. DMIAAB, Durham LiPortland 860-342-4444 brary, 7 p.m. 690 South Main Street Monday, Nov. 23 Middletown 860-343-0000 Lake Beseck Environment Committee, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24 Economic Development Commission, 7 p.m.
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cards are never redeemed. What if I don’t want the gift card? There are reputable websites where you can buy and sell gift cards and certificates. Some cards are worth more than others, but you can receive up to 70 percent of their value selling them online. If you want to purchase a gift card from one of these websites, you can find cards discounted up to 30 percent of their value. Check the company or website first with Better Business Bureau to make sure you are dealing with an ethical business. BBB warns gift card fraud continues to be a problem, and offers these tips to avoid becoming the victim of gift card fraud: Inspect the card at the cash register – A growing problem is that criminals scratch away the wax on the back of the card to reveal its serial number, put it back into its packaging and empty the card with that information. If you can see the card’s number on the back, so can everyone else. Inspect gift cards bought from corner stores which may be on a rack away from the eyes of the merchant. The safest gift cards are found at the cash register. Avoid buying gift cards through classified ads – Buyer beware. You may end up with a counterfeit or empty card if you receive anything at all. Register your gift card – Most issuers have a telephone number or website to register the card, check its balance and file a report if lost or stolen. Give recipients the original receipt – It makes things a lot easier for them if the card is lost or stolen. Beware of email or texted “giveaway” cards – This is prime time for scammers. If you click on such a link in an email or text, you will likely get a virus in your computer, but no gift card. — Press Release
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Schools STUDENT OF THE MONTH
Quinnipiac University President John L. Lahey, left, with Ken Kosior, of Durham.
Local recognized for excellence Ken Kosior, of Durham, was a sophomore physical therapy major and a member of the baseball team at Quinnipiac University when his mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. He decided to leave his passion for baseball behind in order to spend more time with his mother and
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The Coginchaug Regional High School Guidance Department has scheduled a presentation regarding planning and paying for college on Thursday, Nov. 5 at 6:30 p.m. (snow date is Nov.12) in the high school auditorium. Tim Higgins, author of “Pay for College Without Sacrificing Your Retirement,” along with Andrea Oden, will lead the program. Students are encouraged to attend with their parents. All families in the community are welcome. For more information, call
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Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.
Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Adelphia Café 476 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-535-0149 Family owned/operated. Former proprietors of the Neptune Diner in Wallingford. Extensive menu for all tastes. Breakfasts, luncheons and special dinners. All baking on premises.
C.C. O’Brien’s Irish Sports Café
8 Mechanic St, Pawcatuck, CT 06379 (860) 599-2034 ccobriens.com Friendly Irish sports cafe serving great Burgers, Wings, Nachos and Philly’s and 28 draught beers. Watch all sports on 21 TVs. Serving food Sun-Thu 11am-11pm, Fri & Sat to 12 midnight
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611 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 269-9507 colonydiner.com Wallingford’s place to go for old-fashioned breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Proudly serving up delicious and hearty meals daily. Voted Best Diner 4 years running by Record Journal. Open seven days. Breakfast served all day.
320 Main Street Wallingford, CT 06492 203-265-2599 www.doubleplaycafect.com Come visit us at Double Play Cafe, 12 BIG Screens, K LaMay’s Steamed Cheeseburgers, Award winning wings and over 100 seats. Open 7 days, serving food till late!
630 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-234-0690 ejnevinspub.wix.com/ejnevinspub Offers fresh homemade pub food. Kitchen stays open until 12am! Happy Hour Specials weekdays 4-7pm, Sun 10-1am. 40 plus Beers! Featuring traditional Irish food.
Jade Garden Chinese Restaurant
740 N Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-4868 Dadswallingford.com “Waking up Wallingford since 2003” Serving breakfast & lunch with “unique daily specials”. Homemade soups, desserts & dinners to go! Offering Full service catering.
124 Church St. Wallingford, CT 06492 (203) 265-9431 www.facebook.com/pages/Duchess -of-Wallingford/119682821380599 Celebrating Over 25 Years in Wallingford! Our Success comes from dedication to quality,freshness & variety! Breakfast cooked to order. Open 7 days for breakfast lunch & dinner.
Town Line Square Shopping Center 477 S Broad St., Meriden, CT 06450 (203) 379- 0927 greenolivediner.com Green Olive creates a memorable dining experience for each guest. This comes from great cuisine, fine wine, comfortable ambiance and impeccable service.
Jalisco Mexican Restaurant
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140 Franklin Street Westerly, RI 02891 (401) 315-5828 jaliscowesterly.com Come visit and enjoy what we have to offer. All of our authentic Mexican meals are prepared fresh daily, with tasty meats and vegetables. We also have a full bar with great frozen drinks, and an unrivaled selection of tequila.
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Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.
Whether it’s a celebration, date night, or just grabbing a bite to eat, this list of local restaurants is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
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105 Franklin Street Westerly, RI 02891 (401) 596-8700 joyceseverydaygourmet.com Running late from work? Stop at Joyce’s Everyday Gourmet where Joyce has a variety of prepared foods for take-out. With a variety of pasta, lasagna, beef, seafood and much more!
310 Washington Avenue North Haven ,CT 06473 203.234.2530 www.libbyscookies.com A family owned and operated bakery located off I-91 in North Haven. We specialize in Italian pastries, pies, cakes, ice cream and traditional holiday desserts.
833 East Center Street Wallingford, CT 06492 203-793-7926 Lunch Buffet Mon-Sat 11:30-2:30. Dinner Mon-Sun 5-10pm. Authentic Indian food from Chicken Tiki Masala to Brinjal Patial, featuring many vegetarian dishes options. Something for everyone!
163 S Broad Street Pawcatuck, CT 06379 (860) 495-5758 mexicalisfreshmex.com Authentic Mexican Cuisine, from our family to yours. Tacos, Enchiladas, Mexicali Stir-Fry, Grilled Salmon, Fajitas and more. Join us for lunch, dinner 7 days a week. Happy Hour and Daily Specials.
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87 Oak Street Westerly, RI (401) 596-9559 Noodle Revolution consists of several different dishes including dumplings, Revolution taco, Revolution burger, noodle bowls like Drunken, black noodles, and Bangkok street pad thai, and a variety of pastas.
1169 Meriden Waterbury Tpke. Plantsville, CT 860-863-5963 Family owned/operated. Daily Specials, Happy Hour & Weekly Entertainment. An Attentive Staff, creating AN ATMOSPHERE BEYOND COMPARE.
The Galleria Restaurant Bar & Patio
2 Spring Lane Farmington, CT 06032 860-404-2871 www.galleriact.com Offering casual Italian food, a variety of wines in a welcoming atmosphere with attentive & personal service.
275 Research Pkwy Meriden, CT 06450 203-608-7157 www.facebook.com/SilverCitySportsBarandGrill The place for all your favorite Sports. New Happy Hour menu & drink specials. Relax and enjoy spending time with your friends and family.
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Career Fair returns to Coginchaug Shoudy said she sought out different types of jobs for the fair. “I want kids exposed to careers that require different amounts of education,” said Shoudy, who also looks for fields “where the jobs are.” The representatives at the tables used different techniques to attract attention from the students and to
start conversations. Tim Burt from Lyman Orchards operated a table about marketing and gave Lyman donut holes to any student who asked a question. Freshman Sam Rochette stopped at that table and later said, “In marketing, I learned that you have to be creative to get people’s
attention.” Candy was a popular draw at the tables. Realtor Deb Huscher used drone photos of local real estate while photographer Jen Schulten got attention by hanging pictures of students. Scott Martus, represent-
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Open house - Vinal Technical High School has sched860-349-7221. uled its annual open house for Thursday, Nov. 5, 5:30 to 7:30 Mercy High School p.m., for all students entering Open house - Mercy High ninth grade for the 2016-2017 School, 1740 Randolph Road, school year and their parents. Middletown, has scheduled All technologies will be open an open house, for middle with demonstrations and school and transfer students, hands-on activities. For more for Sunday, Nov. 1, 1 to 4 p.m. information, call 860-344For more information, call 7100, ext. 313, or visit www. cttech.org/vinal. 860-346-6659.
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Kosior women’s lacrosse teams and interned with the Buffalo While pursuing his mas- Bills. He worked on the LPGA ter’s, Kosior worked as a Tour and ran two outpatient graduate assistant with Quin- physical therapy practices benipiac’s women’s soccer and fore joining Quinnipiac as an From Page 13
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adjunct professor. Now clinical assistant professor of athletic training and sports medicine, he has been recognized with the university’s most prestigious academic honor, the Excellence in Teaching Award. Kosior was one of six honorees recognized at the annual Center for Excellence Awards Ceremony recently. The honorees receive a $3,000 cash award, a Center for Excellence sculpture, and will have their names carved into the stone plaque located in the Arnold Bernhard Library. They also will be featured in “Quinnipiac Magazine.” GOT
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said, “We want the community to see our kids because we have great kids.” Some students wandered and some targeted specific f ields. Freshman Rachel Testa said she approached the different nurses to learn about the on-the-job experiences of a nurse. Sophomore Dylan Carlson said he already knows he wants to work in law en-
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Tot Time – MOMS Club of Durham/Middlefield has scheduled Tot Time for Fridays, 10 a.m., at Allyn Brook Park, 50 Pickett Lane, Durham. Durham and Middlefield babies, toddlers and children are welcome. No registration required. For information, email momsdurhammiddlefield@ gmail.com.
Halloween parade Durham recreation has scheduled a Halloween parade for Saturday, Oct. 31, at noon, at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St. Children ages 1 to 13 join in games, cookie decorating, costume parade and more. Bring a decorated pumpkin. Farmer’s Market - The final day of the Farmer’s
Market at the Dudley Farm, 2351 Durham Rd. North Guilford is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 31, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The market offers seasonal produce, mums and cut flowers, eggs, baked and canned goods, naturally raised meats, honey and maple syrup handmade art and crafts. In addition, the third annual Halloween Party is planned. Festivities in-
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Monday, Nov. 2 Cross country - CRHS at Shoreline Freshmen Championships, 3:30 p.m.
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Saturday, Nov. 7 Crockpot dinner - The Ladies of the Women’s Society for Christian Science have scheduled a community crockpot dinner for Saturday, Nov. 7, 6 p.m., at United Churches of Durham, Fellowship Hall. A fee is charged. Tickets can be purchased after church each Sunday, at the church office, or at the door. Pre-purchasing allows for better planning, but all are welcome. Christmas bazaar - Notre Dame Church, 272 Main St., has scheduled its annual Christmas bazaar for Saturday, Nov. 7, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the church hall. The raffle drawing will be held on Sunday at 1 p.m. The fair features hand made crafts, bake sale, Chinese auction, jelly, relishes, plants, hand made jewelry, Christmas decorations, knitted and crocheted items, raffle and more. Breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase.
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Friday, Nov. 13 Movie - In recognition of Regional School District 13’s Core Ethical Values, a screening and post film discussion of “Field of Dreams” is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 13, 7 p.m., at Strong school. The film is rated PG. The event is free and is made possible by the Coginchaug Valley Educational Foundation.
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First Selectman, Laura Francis
John Szewczyk, Selectman
Eric Berens
Kim Garvis
Wendy Pedersen-Manemeit
Chuck Stengel
Chad Spooner
Frank DeFelice Dan Melnik Richard Eriksen Jan Melnik
Edward Fronc Alternate
David Heer
Will Spooner Alternate
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