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Officials react to Trump’s win By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff

State lawmakers are expressing guarded optimism and some concern over what a Donald Trump presidency could mean for the state and the country. Hillary Clinton won Connecticut with 53 percent of the vote to Trump’s 41 percent, in addition to winning the popular vote nationwide. But in central Connecticut, Trump won seven out of nine towns, and the nation’s electoral victory. “I thought Trump would help us in some areas of the state where we needed help,” said state Sen. Joseph Markley, R-Southington. “He didn’t run as well as we hoped in Meriden.” Clinton won Meriden with 57 percent of the vote. She also won Cheshire with 49.1 percent of the vote over Trump’s 46 percent. But Trump won narrowly in Wallingford and also earned more votes in Durham, Middlefield, Plainville, North Haven, Berlin and Southington. Markley supported Trump despite his not having “fully developed principles,” he said. His policy plans for the See Trump, A3

Election Day was busy for officials in both Durham (pictured) and Middlefield. Republicans did well in both towns. | Mark Dionne, Town Times

Durham, Middlefield remain Republican strongholds By Mark Dionne Town Times

For the presidential race, a majority of both towns backed the Donald TrumpMike Pence Republican ticket over the Democrats, Hillary Clinton and Tim Kaine. In Durham, the margin was 2,147 to 1,886. In Middlefield, Trump voters outnumbered Clinton voters 1,361 to 1,154.

However, the state, and its seven electoral votes, went to the Democratic candidate, as it has in every election since 1992.

STATE VOTERS Clinton 866,405 Trump 669,284

53.2 percent 41.13 percent

During the 2016 elections, the towns of Durham and Middlefield remained reliable sources of votes for Republican candidates, although some of them, running unopposed, did not need them.

DURHAM Clinton Trump

44.34 percent 50.36 percent

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1,898 2,156

MERIDEN Clinton Trump

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56.98 percent 38.59 percent

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1,154 1,361

43.78 percent 51.63 percent

WALLINGFORD Clinton 10,651 Trump 10,940

47.05 percent 48.33 percent

By Mark Dionne Town Times

Durham’s plan to create a Public Safety Complex on Main Street centered on the existing firehouse remains with the Planning and Zoning Commission after a Public Hearing on Nov. 2 ended with the commission delaying their vote on the change of use.

The buildings considered for renovation include the firehouse at 41 Main St. and the two adjacent properties at 37 and 51 Main Street. Those properties are unoccupied homes owned by the town of Durham for about 20 years. According to the site plan, created by the firm of Silver/ Petrucelli + Associates, the home to the south, 37 Main

Middlefield helped Republican Len Suzio unseat Democratic incumbent Dante See GOP, A2

St., would become an ambulance services building with a drive-through garage. The northern building, at 51 Main St., would become a new resident trooper’s office and other offices. The northern part of the complex would also hold a new carriage house for emergency vehicles and a generator. See Safety, A4

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Bartolomeo in a competitive State Senate race. Suzio won 1,482 votes in Middlefield to Bartolomeo’s 1,138.

One year ago, Durham First Selectman Laura Francis, a Republican, won reelection unopposed.

The third State Senator representing Durham, Edward Suzio’s victory was one of Kennedy Jr., spent part of three Republican pick ups Election Day outside the that splits the State Senate polling place at Korn school. 18-18. The evenly split Senate Kennedy won reelection gives more power to Repub- over Bruce Wilson Jr.. and lican Len Fasano, Senate Mi- collected more votes in his nority Leader, whose district Durham precinct, 1,524 to includes part of Durham. 1,437. “There is no longer a majority party in the state Senate,” In Middlefield, Democrat Emil “Buddy” Altobello ran Fasano said in a press reunopposed for the 82 State lease. “We are now a chamHouse District. ber of equals.” Durham has three different precincts. Fasano and Republican Vincent Candelora won in two of Durham’s three State Senate districts running unopposed. Republicans running unopposed has been a trend in Durham recently. In addition to Fasano and Candelora, Republican Noreen Kokoruda ran unopposed for the 101 State House district.

U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal collected more votes from Durham and Middlefield than his Republican challenger Dan Carter. Between the two towns, Blumenthal earned 3,827 votes

For example, Blumenthal won state-wide with a 6335 percent difference, but locally with a 57-43 percent margin. Other Democratic candidates who won easily, such as Kennedy or Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro, had closer races locally. DeLauro won nearly 69 percent of the vote in her Congressional district, but took Durham and Middlefield with 57 percent.

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federal government and the states remain unknown, but Trump’s message of “distrust of Washington resonates with everybody,” Markley said. “I have my fingers crossed,” Markley said. “I rather have what I’m not sure of, than what I know I don’t want.” Markley is also pleased Trump will be making Supreme Court nominations, to end what he feels is “judicial activism.” Trump’s stunning win was the result of assuming the turnout for Clinton would be similar to the turnout for Barack Obama in 2008 and 2012 and underestimating the turnout for Trump, said state Rep. Mary Mushinsky D-Wallingford. Mushinsky said it is hard to say what Trump will or won’t do because he has changed his positions so often.

mantle environmental regulations to protect clean water and against climate change. Trump denied the science behind climate change and has pledged to eliminate some environmental regulations. “We depend on quite a bit of federal funding,” Mushinsky said about protecting clean water. “We have funding in place, but we don’t know what’s going to happen in 2017. Climate change is of great concern to me. What type of world (will) our kids live in? There is great apprehension among the environmental community.” Mushinsky is also concerned for the Latino population in Wallingford, including the prospect that stricter deportation policies will split up families.

former House Speaker Newt Gingrich serving in Trump’s cabinet. “That’s a step in the right direction,” Fasano said. ‘What’s important is that I think political correctness has led to prohibited conversations that put the taboo on words and ideas to solve the problems.” Guy Beeman, Meriden Republican town chairman, said he didn’t agree with Trump’s words or actions, but didn’t trust Clinton. “What he said or how he acts

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Beeman also liked Trump’s track record of running a business and “making things happen.” Meriden City Manager Guy Scaife would not comment on the outcome of the election except to say there could be some changes to municipal budgets and programs of which city leaders need to be

cognizant. Mayor William W. Dickinson Jr. said regardless of who won the election, municipalities will have to cut back spending unless there are significant changes in the state and national economies. “There was very little talk about the economy during the campaign,” Dickinson said. Without improvement “that puts a pall over available money and where we are going.” mgodin@record-journal.com (203) 317-2255

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The central firehouse would be expanded with a new 14by-14 pull through bay and other renovations. The project, with cost estimates currently publicly unknown, has been discussed at P&Z meetings and other Public Hearings on Aug. 3 and Oct. 2.

construction and its proximity to neighboring residents has been a concern. Stein said the new construction, at heights of almost 20 feet for the southern construction and about 24 feet for the north, is â&#x20AC;&#x153;really in comparison to many accessory buildings on adjacent lots.â&#x20AC;?

P&Z commission members and members of the public have expressed concerns about noise, lighting, traffic, neighborhood impact, and uses of the buildings.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re preserving the residential look,â&#x20AC;? Stein said. The plan received conditional approval from the Historic District Commission and approval from the Inlands Wetlands Commission.

On Nov. 2, David Stein, of Silver/Petrucelli, described the plan as compliant with codes and fitting in with the neighborhood as much as possible. The height of the new

Numerous members of the public commented at earlier meetings, but the Nov. 2 meeting only drew two public comments. Robert Mather, a neighbor of the

project, said that the buildings were too big, too close, and too disruptive. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Who wants to buy a house next to this monstrosity?â&#x20AC;? Mather asked. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We choose Durham because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beautiful here.â&#x20AC;? Several P&Z members have raised concerns about the traffic impact. At the Nov. 2 hearing, member Lisa Davenport said that the use of two different exits, one for ambulance and a different one for fire vehicles, created â&#x20AC;&#x153;a huge opportunity for a lot of accidents.â&#x20AC;? Davenport said she was unable to find a working example of a similar firehouse. Stein said that the personnel operating the vehicles were trained and that the 160 feet separating the driveways

provided an adequate buffer. The questions of the commission members showed that they were concerned not just about the trained drivers but the drivers on the street during a call. The P&Z will be voting to accept or reject the change of use of 37 and 51 Main Street from residential to municipal based on the site plan. P&Z can require other conditions of approval, such as changing specifics or joining the lots. P&Z member Dave Foley expressed concern that the review of the site plan and approval of a special permit for change of use would be considered the commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approval of the entire project. Questions such as the

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Obituaries Earl S. Glenney DURHAM — Earl S. Glenney known to most people as “Chuck” died on Friday, Nov. 11, 2016, due to complications from a stroke. Chuck was born at Manchester Memorial Hospital to Lillian (Woods) and Earl J. Glenney on Dec. 8, 1939. Chuck grew up in Manchester, and gradu-

ated from Manchester High (1957). His summers were spent at Point O’ Woods on the Connecticut shoreline. He was a graduate from the University of Hartford (1961) and attended New York University Graduate School. Chuck worked as an accountant for Texaco, and Harold Hahn Toy Company (a division of Stop & Shop) prior to starting his own business Connecticut Fire & Safety, and later Connecticut Fire Apparatus.

Chuck was one of the first seven dealers for fire truck manufacturer, Emergency One (E-One). Chuck was an acclaimed soccer and baseball player. He was inducted into the University of Hartford Athletic Hall of Fame for soccer excellence in 1994. Later in life, his love of sports was evident in his love for the Boston Red Sox, the University of Hartford basketball teams, and all things soccer. Although Chuck most cur-

ter Congregational Church. Final burial will be private at the discretion of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the University of Hartford, In Care of Women’s Basketball, Institutional Advancement, 200 Bloomfield Ave., West Hartford, CT 06117. Holmes Funeral Home, Manchester has care of the arrangements. To leave an online condolence please visit www.holmes-watkinsfuneralhomes.com.

rently resided in Avon, he spent most of his adult life in Durham. He was predeceased by his wife, Linda (Carlson). He is survived by his daughter, Dawn (Glenney) Adams, her husband, George, and their children, Caelyn and Jacob; his son, Scott Glenney, his wife, Kim and her son, Adam; and his sister, Constance Wisse. A memorial service will be celebrated on Friday, Nov. 18, at 10 a.m. at Cen-

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Letters to the Editor Finally, a chamber of equals To the editor: I want to take a moment to thank my fellow residents in the 34th Senate District for placing your trust in me to represent our communities at the state Capitol. It is an honor and privilege to serve as your state senator and bring the voices of people in Durham, East Haven, North Haven, and Wallingford to Hartford.

State Sen. Ted Kennedy Jr. (behind sign) spent some time at the Korn school polling site on Election Day, greeting voters and shaking hands. Part of Durham is in Kennedy’s district. Both Durham and Middlefield had high turnout early in the day and the Korn school line frequently hit the 75 foot marker outside the building. Kennedy would win reelection. | Mark Dionne, Town Times

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Great team To the editor: The voters of Durham owe a special “thank you” this year to our two registrars, Pam Lucashu and Karen Cheney. The duties of a registrar of voters have increased tremendously in the last few years, with many new responsibilities and challenges and probably some sleepless nights. Karen and Pam have worked to provide us all with a non-political, safe and well-organized voting site. They work well together. The respect that they have for each other, the right-to-vote process and each individual made for a caring poll place. We are so fortunate to have two knowledgeable, dedicated and fair registrars serving us. Bill Wray Durham

Keep the sign To the editor: An open letter to the person or persons who stole a Trump sign from my property the week before the election. See Letters, A7

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Government Meetings Durham

Monday, Nov. 28

Hall, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 22

Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 7 p.m.

Joint Board Commission meeting, Town Hall, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 29

Monday, Dec. 5

Ethic’s Commission, library, 7 p.m.

Fire Department Trustees, Durham Volunteer Firehouse, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 23 Senior Citizen Board, Durham Activity Center, 1 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 30

Tuesday, Dec. 6

Thursday, Dec. 8

Clean Energy & Sustainability Task Force, library, 7 p.m.

Board of Educational Student Resources, CRHS, 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 7

Zoning Board of Appeals, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Board of Educational Resources, CRHS, 6:30 p.m.

Historic District Commis-

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Planning and Zoning, library, 7:30 p.m.

Public Safety Renovations Planning Committee, 205 Main St., 6:30 p.m.

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Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 7 p.m.

the new legal and technical requirements amid a very It appears the last eight years different Korn school. John may have confused you Jenkins and his crew at Pubabout our right as Amerilic Works went out of their cans. Firstly, our first amendway to develop new signs, John Tuttle move equipment, set up ment right to free speech Durham and take down that equipmeans I can put a Trump sign on my property. That ment, provide the lights, same first amendment gives and generally worked at all you the right to express your Accurate, fair election hours helping to create a safe disapproval of that sign. It voting location. The Town does not, however, mean that To the editor: Clerk was in charge of abyour can take the sign. The Durham Registrars of sentee ballots and was there voters thanks all those who until 10:30 p.m. at night the Secondly, when President participated in the Presiden- weekend before the election Obama said he wanted to tial election. making sure every ballot was spread the wealth, he did accounted for. mot mean that you could Rob Francis and many at directly take other people’s Region 13 helped adapt to We especially want to thank property. He meant that the government could take money from the people who work in order to buy health insurance for those who, all too often, don’t work. (If you don’t know what the four-letter word “work” means, just Foster/Adopt Open House Google it.) Monday, November 21, 2016 | 6pm to 7:30pm interest money, most of the media, and our present “campaigner-in-chief,” you were not able to steal the election.

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Finally, we would like to thank the 84 percent of voters who turned out to vote for the candidates of their choice. Durham had a great turnout. Thanks to everybody involved. Karen Cheyney Durham

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A cherished heirloom By Diana Carr

My maternal grandmother left this planet four months before I arrived on it. She was in her backyard knitting a sweater for me, obviously looking forward to our meeting, when she had a fatal heart attack. The fact that she was knitting me a baby sweater makes me sad, because I was that close to making her acquaintance, and didn’t. It also makes me want to go, “Awwwwww,” because it feels like she loved me already. I may have been the last thing on her mind when she left us, which makes me feel that there was already something special between us. Her name was Dorothy, and stories abound regarding her kindness. No one, to anyone’s knowledge, ever spoke a harsh word about her. My

mother’s friend told me that when they were growing up, all the kids would flock to her house, drawn by her largess of spirit. She would make them feel right at home, and they would tell her their problems, and she would assure them that everything would be alright. I really could have used someone like that in my life. So I’m getting to know her in the only way I can – through her belongings. My cousin has given me some of Dorothy’s things that have filtered down to her, and this helps me to piece together an image of this woman I am sure I would have adored. The first thing I received was my grandmother’s amethyst ring. Amethyst is my favorite gemstone, and one touted for its spiritual properties. So I fancy that Dorothy was a spiritual person, attuned to the energies that surround us. And I feel that it is no coincidence that we share

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a love for the same crystal. Would we have sat around the kitchen table, drinking our tea, discussing all manner of things, seen and unseen? I think we might have. This amethyst, which has found its way from her world to mine, tells me that we are kindred spirits.

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There’s a wooden jewelry box, the likes of which I have never seen. It’s not your typical rectangular shape, but rather skews off to one side. Perhaps Dorothy, and forgive the pun here, lived her life outside the box. Did not go with convention. Went her own way. I like to think so. And here’s a bit of mystery. When I open it, there’s the sweetest fragrance, like a perfume I have yet to come across. Now you might be thinking that this is my imagination. How could someone’s perfume still linger after all these decades? But

Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 7 p.m.

See Carr, A10

Library Board of Trustees, library, 7:30 p.m. Durham Volunteer Fire Company, Durham Volunteer Firehouse, 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15 DMIAAB, library, 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 19 Tuesday, Dec. 20 Agriculture Commission, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Board of Finance, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21 Recreation Committee, Durham Activity Center, 7 p.m. Planning & Zoning, library, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 26 Public Safety Renovations Planning Committee, Durham Volunteer Firehouse, 7 p.m.

Middlefield Tuesday, Nov. 22 Economic Development Commission, 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28 Lake Beseck Environmental Committee, 7 p.m.

COMMENTARY

Monday, Dec. 5

Middlefield Community Services Council seeks support

Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m.

By Jaclyn Caturano

funding is through the donations of town residents and community service organizations. Through your generosity, we are able to continue our mission of helping people in our community. One hundred percent of what you donate is given back to the community.

Thursday, Dec. 8

This year our funds are the lowest they have been for the past eight years.

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If you are interested in making a donation to the fund, we are asking for cash donations or gift cards to purchase turkeys for families for this coming Thanksgiving.

Housing Authority, 3 p.m.

The Middlefield Community Services Council (MCSC) was established in 1987. Our purpose 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) we provide 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. Representatives from the Middlefield Federated Church, St. Coleman Church, Middlefield First Selectman, Durham Middlefield Youth and Family Services Director, Middlefield Social Services Director and local residents. The council’s only source of

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Wednesday, Dec. 7 Board of Educational Resources Committee meeting, CRHS, 6:30 p.m. WPCA meeting, 7 p.m. Board of Education Students Achievement Committee, CRHS, 6:30 p.m. Board of Finance, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14 Planning & Zoning meeting, 6:30 p.m. Board of Education District meeting, 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15 Tuesday, Dec. 20 Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27 Economic Development Commission, 6 p.m.

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From A8

Core Club & 24/7 Gym, 350 Main St., is a drop-off location for the annual Toys for Tots holiday toy drive. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to the front desk or at one of the following free events.

Donations can be made out to the Middlefield Community Services Council and mailed to 405 Main St., Box 5, Middlefield, CT 06455. You can also stop by the Senior Center/Social Services Office or call 860-349-7121 for more information. Thank you to all of the individuals, groups, and businesses who have helped the council in the past. We would not be able to help our neighbors without your tremendous generosity.

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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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Welcome to On The Menu. Let us help you find the perfect place to eat.

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Find great local eats - MenusCT.com Himalaya Restaurant 1211 Farmington Ave, Berlin, CT 06037 860-505-0812 thehimalayacuisine.com Offering All You Can Eat Lunch Buffet, Dinner by Menu. Please check website for times. Every dish is prepared individually for the best dining experience and to ensure it’s unique taste.

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Food drive - Boy Scout Troop 27 has scheduled its annual food drive for Saturday, Nov. 19, 8 a.m. to noon, at Strong school parking lot, 191 Main St. Donations benefit Amazing Grace Food Pantry.

The boys had gone through months of training to prepare for this. We hiked Mount Peirce, Mount Jackson, Mount Eisenhower and Mount Monroe. We hiked these presidential ranges the last two days. However, we had a harder obstacle ahead of us. We started our trek at the lake of clouds and needed to go directly up from there. It was about a mile and a half until we would reach the summit.

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The boys had heavy packs and were exhausted from the previous two days. We helped and encouraged each other for the whole way up. The trail was very rocky and steep so we needed to make each step smart. We all felt like stopping but we knew that it would be worth it when we got there. Our bodies ached, but the view was beautiful. Sometimes we would walk right through a cloud.

Near the summit the wind would pick up by a lot, so the smaller scouts were paired with an older scouts to keep them stable. When we finally reached the top, we saw miles of other moun-

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The library is scheduled to close Wednesday, Nov. 23 at 1 p.m., and reopen Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m. Food for Fines - Levi E. Coe Library plans to collect canned goods and non-perishable items to decrease or eliminate library fines. All items benefit the Middlefield Food Pantry. Children’s Story Times Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Chess with Roy - Thursdays, 5 p.m. All ages. Chess sets available, or bring your own. Spanish Story Time - Wednesdays, Nov. 30 and Dec. 14 at 6 p.m. Wreath Making Class - Saturday, Dec. 3, 1 to 3 p.m. A fee is charged. All materials provided (Bring your own wire cutters.) Registration required. For more information and to register, call 860-349-3857 or visit the library.

Heartbeat, Warble and the Electric Powwow - Thursday, Dec. 8, 6:30 p.m. Meet author Craig Harris for the interactive Native American music program for all ages. Registration required. Senior Center Book Club - Tuesday, Dec. 13, 1 p.m. “Daughter of Fortune” by Isabel Allende. Group meets at the Senior Center. Annual Giving Tree - Librarians choose a selection of books that benefit the children’s collection. Families determine which books they would like to donate. Patrons pay for the book, wrap it and bring it back to the library on Tuesday, Dec. 13 during the Giving Tree program, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Santa is expected to visit

Crafting at Coe Holiday Edition - Wednesday, Dec. 14, 6 p.m. Create a candle holder using concrete and doilies. Registration required.

Santa. Saturday, Dec. 3 for families and children of all ages. Storytime at 1:30 p.m., followed by Santa at 2 to 3:30 p.m. No registration. Town tree lighting is planned for 4 p.m. on the Town Green. Programs for teens

Durham Library Library hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Durham Public Library is scheduled to be closed Thursday, Nov. 24, Thanksgiving Day. Programs for children Thanksgiving Craft. Wednesday, Nov. 23, 3 to 5 p.m. Drop-in for children of all ages with an adult for a craft. No registration. Holiday Stories and visit with

How to Pay for College. Thursday, Dec. 1, 6:30 p.m. College funding strategies for parents of high school freshmen through juniors. No registration.

Durham 60+ trips Thursday, Dec. 1 - Boars Head Feast, Christmas Feast and Cabaret at the Williams Inn with Bright Lights.

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Paper Crafting: Holiday cards and gift tags. Tuesday, Nov. 29, 7 p.m. Supplies provided. Ages 16 and up. Registration required.

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Coginchaug Regional High School Project Graduation has scheduled a Calendar Raffle Fundraiser. Every day in December, a winner will be drawn to win the prize of the day. Winning tickets are entered back into the daily raffle for multiple chances to win. A fee is charged for tickets and all proceeds benefit Project Graduation, which provides an all-night substance-free party for CRHS graduates. Tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, Nov. 30. For more information, contact Pat Fontaine at leopatmattkyle@yahoo.com.

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The Middlefield Volunteer Fire Company offers the following cooking safety information: Avoid home cooking fires Stay alert. If you are sleepy or have consumed alcohol, don’t use the stove or stove top. Stay in the kitchen while you are frying, grilling, boiling or broiling food. If you are simmering, baking, or roasting food, check it regularly, remain in the kitchen

Make sure smoke alarms are less than 10 years old and working. Check the date of manufacture and test them. If you have a cooking fire Just get out. When you leave, close the door behind you to

If you try to fight the fire, be sure others are getting out and you have a clear way out.

Clothing was the item first ignited in less than 1 percent of these fires, but these incidents accounted for 18 percent of the cooking fire deaths.

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Suzio: Malloy made Democrats vulnerable 2014, disagreed, and said Suzio distorted her record and her relationship with Malloy. According to results on the Secretary of the State’s website, Suzio earned 21,755 votes to Bartolomeo’s 20,868.

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MERIDEN — Len Suzio, the Republican victor in the 13th Senate District, said his opponent, Democratic incumbent Sen. Dante Bartolomeo, was vulnerable this year due to her affiliation with Gov. Dannel P. Malloy.

Suzio and other Republicans made Malloy, who was not up for re-election, a focal point of their campaign. Democrats tried a similar ploy with President-elect Donald J. Trump.

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“Unequivocally, Governor Malloy is one of the most unpopular governors in the country,” Suzio said the day after the election.

her record, said Nov. 9 Suzio “lied throughout the campaign,” particularly on her “level of connection with the governor.”

Republicans and outside observers said the Nov. 8 election means Democrats likely will need to work more with Republicans.

Suzio said Bartolomeo’s support for a 2014 budget that included the second largest tax increase in state history “made her vulnerable to be portrayed as a puppet of the governor.”

Suzio’s victory was one of three in the Senate for Republicans, leaving the chamber with 18 members from each party. Senate President Pro Tempore Martin M. Looney said that Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman’s party affiliation means Democrats will retain control of the chamber.

“We need a brand new playbook, we need brand new rules,” said Senate Minority Leader Len Fasano, R-North Haven, adding the Senate is now a “chamber of equals.”

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Local law enforcement participating in ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign The goal of the Middlefield and Rockfall Resident State Troopers is to keep our community members and roadways safe. Participating in this campaign will not only remind drivers that seatbelts protect vehicle occupants,

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Life transitions can take us by surprise, or be part of a well laid plan. Either way, change has many forms: children are born, adult children move out, in-laws move in, couples divide, families relocate and so on. While our needs change, we all share the desire to make a house a home. Consider your own needs as you read the following reflections as sellers share what it is about their homes that makes them feel thankful.

Laurel Brook $1,225,000

I am thankful for the serenity of water. Being the only home on this peaceful reservoir gives me front row, season tickets to Mother Nature’s spectacular show.

Haddam Quarter $385,000

I love, and will truly miss, how our home embraces us with a kind of solid security and familiar comfort. The massive rock around the fireplaces, the uncommonly wide, thick wood beams - these materials and the way they have settled with one another over the past 200+ years give off both warmth and the feeling that the house grew out of the ground itself.

Tri Mountain $339,000

We are thankful for a home that has a wonderful kitchen that makes cooking for the holidays fun and easy. Also a home that has so many great spaces to gather with friends and family.

Oak Terrace $218,500

We are grateful that our large living room with its big windows and inviting fireplace was able to host so many birthdays and other celebrations of family and friends by the dozens! We are also grateful for the changing beauty of our perennial gardens in every season and our hard-working solar panels.

Creamery Rd, $299,000

I am grateful for all the windows in the home. Being on lightly wooded 4.5 acres, the windows merge the indoor and outdoor areas together. Nothing better than sitting by the crackling wood stove and watching the first snowflakes of the season.

Higganum Rd $375,000

We are grateful for the floor plan in our contemporary style home. We love the angles, vaulted ceilings, family room with floor to ceiling fireplace and a great master suite. And we can’t forget about our 3 car garage, which gives us each a parking space.

Ridge Rd $399,000

I am grateful for the property and location. It has guaranteed privacy and great views that are always changing, during the winter you could see to Guilford. My street is off Cedar Dr which is a horseshoe shaped road, affording a safe haven for kids to walk, bike or ride their ponies.

Old Blue Hills $515,000

It’s hard to pick one thing as we are grateful for the many upgrades we did when building that make such a difference. Our 2nd floor reading nook, 3 sided fireplace, finished lower level with a private patio are just a few of my favorite touches.

Main St, $945,000

We are so thankful for all the memories that fill this home and for the opportunity to share its historic antique charm with our close knit Durham community It has been a gathering place on important occasions for our extended family and a frequent stop on home tours that highlight the rich character of our town. We look forward to another festive holiday season and creating even more memories with our children and grandchildren

Haddam Quarter, $725,000

We are thankful for all of the privacy our home has on this spacious back lot. The private area allows for us to not only enjoy time alone as a family but when holidays and special occasions arise we have the space to entertain family and friends! We love it!

Wallingford Rd, $700,000

We are thankful for having space and privacy to have raised our sons in a country atmosphere, having pygmy goats and alpacas. Also many family events, an outdoor wedding, bridal and baby showers, and all holidays with family and friends. So many wonderful memories.

Summit $282,000

We are grateful for our wonderful location with views of the Durham countryside and Deerfield Farm across the street. We also have a good set-up for in-law or extended family, where everyone has their own private space.

“On a personal note, I am grateful for the invaluable talents of my colleagues at The Huscher Group.” Susan Volenec, Realtor – Ellen Paklos, Realtor – Tanya Bottaro, Realtor – Deb Dumont, Marketing Assistant – Jennifer Schulten, Photographer

LET US HELP YOU FIND A HOME THAT GIVES YOU PLENTY OF OPPORTUNITIES TO BE THANKFUL.

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