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Two CRHS grads on Broadway By Mark Dionne Town Times
Thanks to a combination of talent, luck, and perseverance, two graduates of Coginchaug Regional High School have made it to Broadway, and are performing at the same time. Lana Gordon, a member of the CRHS class of ‘87, has played Velma Kelly in “Chicago” since Aug. 15 at the Ambassador Theater, and Michael Barra, from the CRHS class of ’04, has traveled with the new musical “A Bronx Tale” from the Paper Mill Playhouse in New Jersey to Broadway’s Longacre Theater for a Dec. 1 opening. “It’s not even a small miracle to have two local kids on Broadway at the same time,” retired CRHS chorus teacher Lisa Larsen said of the improbability of such an occurrence. With 30 seconds remaining in Coginchaug Regional High School’s Thanksgiving Day football game against North Branford, the CRHS cheerleaders break from a cheer to watch North Branford, which was trailing, score a touchdown to make it 22-20 Coginchaug. A successful 2-point conversion sent the game to overtime. After a string of losses, CRHS could have used a win, but North Branford won the game in overtime. Coginchaug ended the year with a mark of 1-9. | Mark Dionne, Town Times
A member of CRHS’ Show Choir and Concert Choir, Gordon was also devoted to dance growing up. After graduation, she earned a spot on the Alvin Ailey Dance Troupe. In addition to other productions, Gordon has appeared on Broadway before, in the original cast of “The Lion King” and in the 2000 revival of “Jesus Christ Superstar.” See Broadway, A2
Coginchaug takes state sportsmanship pledge By Mark Dionne Town Times
Coginchaug Regional High School has adopted a state initiative designed to improve the culture of school athletics. A group of CRHS athletes from the Captains Council presented the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference program, called the Class Act Schools initiative, to the student body at an assembly on Monday, Nov. 28.
Act Schools is a statewide initiative, the presentation pointed out that the goals fit into Regional School District 13’s Core Ethical Values of respect, responsibility, honesty, kindness, and courage. According to CRHS Athletic Director Nick Barbieri, CRHS was one of the first schools in the state to adopt the sportsmanship pledge.
Currently all schools in the Shoreline Conference have adopted the Class Act Schools initiative. It’s important, Barbieri said, to have the The initiative focuses on fair play and respect for competi- same standards and expectators, spectators, officials, and tions no matter the venue. the game. Although Class
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A group of CRHS athletes from the Captains Council presented guidelines from the CIAC’s Class Act Schools initiative to the student body Monday. | Mark Dionne, Town Times
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>> Broadway Barra is in a new musical, “A Bronx Tale,” as JoJo the Larsen and a local group went Whale, one of the gangto see her former student sters in the show written by perform in her latest show. Chazz Palminteri, directed “Lana was very welcoming by Robert De Niro and Jerry and gracious when we met Zaks and with music by Alan with her. She took all of us on Menken. a backstage tour and then out onto the stage for photos. We Growing up in Durham, Michael went through RSD13 were all imaginary stars for a schools and to CRHS, adding moment,” said Larsen. Hartford Academy of the Arts As Velma Kelly, Gordon steps half-time in his junior and into an iconic character who senior year. His mother, Cathy has been played by the likes Barra recalled that Michael of Chita Rivera and Bebe always wanted to be a perNeuwirth and sings one of the former. “First grade he went musical’s most famous songs, into John Lyman and he did “All That Jazz.” ‘Charlotte’s Web’ and he was Wilbur,” she said, and his interest took off from there.
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Michael appeared in local and school productions of shows like “Willy Wonka, Jr.,” “Annie,” “Little Shop of Horrors,” and “Grease.” Cathy Barra remembered, “He was really into it from when he was young, even jumping around the house when we weren’t in a good mood. That’s important to him, to make people happy and I think doing this on stage, that’s what it’s all about to him. He really is an entertainer and he loves to do that.”
has worked in movies like “The Amazing Spider-Man” and on TV shows such as “Blue Bloods” and “Gotham,” but Broadway was always his dream. Although she has already seen it several times, Cathy Barra has chartered two almost-sold-out buses to go see “A Bronx Tale” in April. The buses will be filled with locals, including some of Michael’s former teachers. “I absolutely love the show,” said Cathy Barra. “He’s just so humbled and amazed and happy. He’s in a good place.”
Lana Gordon (back row, third from left) with some of the cast of Broadway’s “Chicago.” | Publicity photo
Growing up, both Gordon and Barra received the support and encouragement of their families. Larsen recalled the support Gordon received from her mother, Zilla Gordon, who worked in the RSD13 school system. Cathy Barra, who coincidentally currently works as a teacher’s aid at Brewster Elementary School, noted her son’s family support. Michael received many pep talks from his mother, car trips to rehearsals and auditions from his father, and, according to Cathy, extra-ordinary support from his sister BreAnna. “She is so supportive of her brother.”
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Michael Barra (back row, fourth from left) is pictured with some of the cast of “A Bronx Tale.” | Submitted photo
Larsen wrote of the difficulty of Barra and Gordon’s Broadway achievement, “I think that both of them get great credit for their talents and perseverance.”
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dress code and instructing spectators to attend games “with torsos completely covered.”
Many of the guidelines focus on spectator behavior, with an expectation to cheer on your own team but refrain from jeering the opposing team. CRHS student Matt Woznyk explained, “We focus on our own team and cheer them on rather than belittle the other team.”
“Athletics is an extension of the school day. All school codes apply,” one student noted. Another guideline enforces respect for the National Anthem. At the professional level, numerous athletes have chosen to kneel or otherwise opt out of the National Anthem, sparking some controversy.
Signs in the audience will also be pre-approved by athletic directors and will only refer to the spectator’s team. Air horns and whistles are banned and other noisemakers can only be used during dead ball situations at outdoor games with AD approval.
As much of the initiative focuses on spectator behavior, signs with reminders of the sportsmanship expectations will be posted in gyms. According to the CIAC website, announcers are to remind crowds of the expectations and refrain from criticizing plays or calls.
Seventeen guidelines were presented as part of the initiative. Students on Monday cheered for two of those guidelines – one limiting band music to dead ball times and another instructing audiences to cheer for their own team, but not taunt or jeer the opposition.
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Monday’s presentation also highlighted theme nights for games, discounted tickets, and encouragement for students to attend games. “We
need everyone in the school to be part of this movement,” Lauren Donnelly said. Schools adopting the initiative are self-policing with administrators, coaches, and student leaders expected to correct or, as the CIAC puts it, “take action” against instances of poor sportsmanship. As CIAC Executive Director Karissa Niehoff writes, “By choosing to be a part of the program a school is defining what is considered acceptable actions within interscholastic athletics, and then challenging its student leaders to address concerns either within their school or with an opponent.” The culture of CRHS athletics has been undergoing review and change recently. In addition to a new athletic director, the district and department are responding to recommendations from a recent CIAC review and the last accreditation process.
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Communication with parents, through meetings and handbooks, and clearly stated expectations are part of the goals. A subset of the Captains Council, which is a collection of student-athletes Barbieri estimates to be about onethird of all athletes, met to work on the initiative and brainstorm with councils from other schools. According to Barbieri, the group will meet again in March after the winter sports season to review the sportsmanship drive.
Scholastic achievements Julia Davis and Natalie Davis of Middlefield were named to the first marking period high honor roll at Sacred Heart Academy. Town Times prints scholastic achievements of local students. Company policy requires verification from the school, i.e., a copy of the letter, email or certificate received by the student.
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To the editor: A recent edition of Town Times had a letter from a Durham man who complained about the riff-raff who stole his Trump sign right off his lawn. I wonder if he’s the mirrored-twin who stole my Hillary sign right off my lawn, not once but twice!
By Diana Carr
I love bedtime. Of course, I fought it tooth and nail when I was a kid, as I imagine most kids do. Every night I would beg for that meeting with the Sandman to be pushed back, maybe a half-hour or so. It never was. But now bedtime is my friend.
The letter-writer then thanked God that the election wasn’t stolen by the media, Obama or any other liberal vermin. I’m sure if Trump had lost he would have been complaining about voter fraud in the cities rigging the election. No, this election wasn’t rigged in the way Trump bloviated about. But this election was rigged ... This election was manipulated by a foreign power with the direct intent to get Trump elected. According to the See Letters, A5
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And it’s coming earlier and earlier these days. I get a head start on it by snoozing in front of the TV every night, at a ridiculously early hour. I will feel the eyelids drooping, and I tell myself I will rest my weary eyes during the commercial, and you know how that goes. I swim back up to consciousness two hours later, realize I need to brush my teeth before heading to
bed, feel that that is a gargantuan task, and decide I need more sleep before tackling it. By the time I actually make it to bed I have already slept a good part of the night away. Oh, but when I finally crawl under my comforter, it’s total bliss. Like I’ve just come home to an old friend. There are so many perks. For starters, anything that’s troubling me is just going to have to wait until the morning. There is finally peace inside my head. My bed is queen-sized, which allows me to roll all around and take up as much room as I like. And I like taking up a lot of room. I’ll roll from side-to-side, just because I can. In the warm months I slide onto sheets that have been hanging on my clothesline, and I can
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smell the outdoors on them. And getting under that thick comforter feels like a welcome respite from the chill in the air (even though the heat is at a very respectable temperature) that seems to hover in my house during the winter months. I always nod off immediately, waking up for brief moments during the night. These brief moments are just fine with me. I see my kitty, Shiloh, curled up at the foot of the bed. I see my little green Buddha figurine – the one that glows in the dark – on my nightstand, smiling at me, and I think of my little Swedish grandson, who has one just like it. I may have just emerged from the most wonderful dream. I’ll not remember it in the morning, but for those few seconds I hold it close to me. The best ones are when I dream that I am with my boys, and all the miles between us have vanished into thin air, and all is right with the world again. Years ago, and for many of them, when I had jobs that I did not want to go to, I would wake up and pray that when I looked at the clock, I still had a lot of night left. It would be such a relief to wake up and find out that I was at the beginning of my night’s sojourn, rather than the end. Even the middle of it was okay. And though my days are good now, and I have no earthly reason anymore for waging battle with the clock, I still do. Because I am not fond of swinging my feet onto a cold floor in a dark house, with the black-as-tar night staring at me through my window. It puts me in a mood. So I check out the time with baited breath, hoping I have hours before I must leave my beloved sanctuary. Sometimes I decide to remain in the dark (Sorry! I couldn’t resist!) and not see what time it See Carr, A5
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>> Letters heads of the CIA and NSA, hackers originating in Russia targeted the Democratic Party with the obvious intent to influence the outcome in Trump’s favor. This is unprecedented in the history of our republic. There needs to be a thorough Congressional investigation into this travesty, including what role Trump himself played in this manipulation. Trump’s extensive holdings in Russia, his close relationship with Putin, and the fact that this didn’t happen to the Republicans leads me to believe that Trump and his campaign were in on this. Will this ever get done with the Republicans in charge? You know it won’t, which is why we need to keep up the pressure on all the politicians. We will never forget this. Leo Zirolli Durham
Help keep Brenna’s memory alive To the editor:
Documentary screening Our family is collecting new/ unused toys and craft items to donate to Smilow Pediatric Cancer Hospital again this holiday season. As many of you know, we have partnered with Smilow to create Bean’s Craft Corner as a way of honoring our daughter’s amazing spirit. For those who don’t know, we lost our brave and fun-loving 5-year daughter, Brenna Sweeney Zettergren, to leukemia on Dec. 22, 2012. Brenna got through many a rough hospital stay or chemo treatment by staying busy with crafts and activities.
Please consider dropping something off at our home at 500 Powder Hill Road, Durham, starting this week or contact us to make other arrangements. We will have a box outside, but we always love to say thank you in person. Please don’t hesitate to ring the doorbell. Your kindness, generosity, and friendship sustain us.
We remain eternally grateful for all this community and our friends near and far have done for us. It does not get easier as time passes. We continue to learn how to adapt to life without her and Cancer kids can’t share these do our best to honor her by items because of their sushelping others. That is the ceptibility to germs, so the best way we can think of to hospital is always in need preserve her memory and of paint kits, craft kits, glue, honor the fighter she was paper, crayons, stickers, etc. and the precious part of our These activities help the par- hearts that she will always ents as they cope with watch- be. ing their child receive painful treatment and provide them Kevin, Jen, Bailey, Maura with works of art to treasure. and Avery Zettergren Durham On a personal note, by supporting us with this endeavor, you help us keep Brenna’s memory alive. Many tears are shed as we box the items and deliver them to our dear friends at Smilow, but it would be worse for us to do nothing at all.
The Durham-Middlefield Local Wellness Coalition has scheduled a free screening and discussion of “SCREENAGERS: Growing Up in the Digital Age” for Tuesday, Dec. 6, 6:30 p.m., at the Middlefield Community Center, 405 Main St., Middlefield. The film is a documentary that discusses the vulnerable corners of family life and depicts struggles over social media, video games, academics and Internet addiction. Insights from parents, educators, brain scientists and teens offer solutions on how to empower youth to best navigate the digital world. Registration is required. For more information and to register, visit DMYFS.org.
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is, lest it be bad news. And sometimes, when my courage has found its way back to me, I will see that it’s 3:30 or 4 and I am on the homestretch because I get up at 5. And probably because I had packed away so much sleep time while perched in front of the TV, I often stay awake. But I lie there until 5 anyway, because anything earlier would make me feel sorry for myself. I’ve been up since the middle of the night, I would tell myself all day, and I would make myself more tired just thinking about it. Of course, now the cycle repeats itself. I will fall asleep that night, in front of the TV, again at a ridiculously early hour. So I guess, considering my “lights out not that soon after supper,” way of life, I really should not expect any party invitations (I didn’t expect any.) Unless you happen to have a queen-sized bed for my napping pleasure.
Pink hugs To the editor: I wanted to send out huge pink hugs to our commuSee Letters, A7
Diana Carr, a resident of Durham, has written a second book that is a collection of her columns. “More Reflections on Everyday Things” is available on Amazon and CreateSpace.
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Christopher and Stephanie Monette, of W. Brookfield, Mass., are excited to announce the arrival of their son, Liam Christopher Monette.
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.
Liam arrived on Sunday, May 1, 2016. Proud maternal grandparents are Dan and Cindy Wilcox, of Middlefield; and paternal grandparents, Warren and Roberta Monette, of Spencer, Mass.
Children’s crafts programs - Saturdays, Dec. 3 (folding cards), 10 (Christmas Fairies) and 17 (paper Christmas tress), 10:30 a.m. Registration required at 860-349-3857. Children’s Story Times Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Also celebrating Liam’s arrival are his maternal great-grandparents, Norman and Charlene Wilcox, of Deep River; and Frank Wielgosz and Deanna Kochanski, of Southington, and paternal great-grandmother Lorraine Monette, of Spencer, Mass.
Chess with Roy - Thursdays, 5 p.m. All ages. Chess sets available, or bring your own. Spanish Story Time Wednesday, Dec. 14 at 6 p.m. Wreath Gala - Saturday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. See Library, A14
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the Puzzle Church ofSolve the Epiphany Services — The Church of the Epiphany, Episcopal, 196 Scripture Solution Main St., Durham, schedulesBits Sunday worship service of the Holy Communion at 9:30 a.m. All people of faith are welcome. Just as I have life because of the Father, so United Churches of Durham whoever feeds on me have life because of 228 Main St., Services — The shall United Churches of Durham, schedules Sunday worship for Lord. 10 a.m.---Holy Communion, me, says the open to all, is scheduled for the first Sunday of each month. John 6:58
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nity. Thanks to the generosity of our great neighbors, my Making Strides Against Breast Cancer team – MDC PINK – raised just shy of $6,000 for the American Cancer Society this year. We want to especially thank all the businesses who supported our efforts. To date, MDC PINK has raised an amazing $32,300 for Making Strides over the last five years. ACS is the second largest investor in breast cancer research, and with the help of our friends, I know we will continue to bring hope and support to
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Books sought To the editor: Approximately one month ago I took a full box of children’s books to the recycle area of the Durham-Middlefield town dump. These were placed in the recycling area by accident; they were not planned to be disposed of. Included were many Dr.
Suess books, and others. These books were all inscribed either to Michael or Mikey or to Matthew or Matt and signed by Mom, Dad or both. But most of all they were filled with memories. These were all our boys’ books accumulated over almost 40 years and we were saving for our grandchild.
Regional School District 13 offers a play-based screening for children ages 3 and 4. The screening allows parents the opportunity to have their child observed by district professionals in an informal, fun setting to ensure their child’s development is progressing at an age-appropriate level. Participation is also a prerequisite for a child to be considered as a role model for the preschool program. The next screenings are scheduled for Friday, Dec. 9, 9 and 11 a.m., at Brewster Elementary School, 126 Tuttle Road. All district 4-year-olds and children turning 3 by Aug. 31, 2017 are welcome.
If anyone has any of the books we will be more than glad to exchange the book you have with a new book. If you can help us we would be most appreciative. We can be reached at 860-874-2096.
Parental permission and involvement are requirements in the screening. Children must separate from parents during the screening to get an accurate assessment. Parents have the opportunity to discuss any concerns with the school psychologist during the screening. For more information and to schedule an appointment, contact Crystal at 860-349-7208.
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Calendar Saturday, Dec. 3 Tree Lighting - Tree Lighting is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 3, 4 p.m., on the Durham Town Green. The event will occur rain, snow or shine. Santa Claus, hot chocolate and cookies. Bazaar - The United Churches of Durham, 228 Main St., has scheduled its Country Christmas Bazaar for Saturday, Dec. 3, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event features crafts, gift baskets, baked goods, raffle, jewelry, food, and more. Flag burning ceremony - Middlefield/Rockfall VFW and the American Legion has scheduled a flag burning ceremony for Saturday, Dec. 3, for disposal of used and no longer serviceable American flags. Flags may be dropped off at the Middlefield Town Hall, Middlefield Community Center or Liberty Bank prior to Dec. 3. Dudley Farm - The Dudley Farm Museum, 2351 Durham Rd, Guilford, has scheduled a holiday open house and market for Saturday, Dec. 3, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 203-457-0770 or visit www.dudleyfarm. com.
Tuesday, Dec. 6 Documentary - A screening and discussion of the documentary “Screenagers,” about children growing up in the digital age, is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 6, 6:30 p.m., at Durham Middlefield Youth and Family, 405 Main St., Middlefield. Free. Registration requested at DMYFS.org.
Friday, Dec. 9 Red Door Wreath Gala - Levi E. Coe Library Friends Group has scheduled its Red Door Wreath Gala for Friday, Dec, 9, 6 to 9 p.m., at the Levi E. Coe Library, 414 Main St. A fee is charged. The event includes a tea cup raffle, and more. Wreaths will be displayed through Saturday, Dec. 10. Boys ice hockey - CRHS at pre-season jamboree at Newington Ice Rink, 300 Alumni Road, 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 10 Dudley Farm - The Dudley Farm Museum, 2351 Durham Road, Guilford, has scheduled a holiday open house and market for Saturday, Dec. 3, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 203-457-0770 or visit www.dudleyfarm. com.
Monday, Dec. 12 60+ Club - The Durham 60+ Club and Travel is scheduled to meet Monday, Dec. 12, 1:30 p.m., at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St. A blood pressure clinic is planned for 1 p.m. Musical entertainment by Diane Anelli. Seniors from surrounding towns are welcome to join the club.
Tuesday, Dec. 13 Girls basketball - CRHS at Valley Regional HS, 7 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 15 Girls basketball - CRHS at ELHS, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 20 Boys basketball - CRHS vs. Valley Regional at Valley Regional, 7 p.m.
Obituaries Myrtle Tabor
Gregory Henry Tierney
MIDDLEFIELD — Myrtle (Kendall) Tabor, 87, of Middlefield, beloved wife of John W. Tabor, died Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016, at Masonicare in Wallingford. Myrtle was born in Hamilton, Ontario Canada, the daughter of the late Edwin and Phoebe (Henderson) Kendall. Prior to her retirement, Myrtle was served as a nurse, for over 25 years with Middlesex Hospital. She was an active volunteer with KUHN Employment Opportunities and many other local organizations. She was an avid quilter and enjoyed sewing, knitting and making stained glass. Besides her husband, John, Myrtle is survived by her three children, Michael Tabor, of Middlefield, Katherine Tabor, of South Carolina, Ted Tabor, of Middlefield; and her sister, Betty Hunter, of Ontario. She was predeceased by her sister, Bernice Hicks. A funeral liturgy was held Friday, Nov. 25, at Saint Colman Church, Middlefield. Burial was held in Middlefield Cemetery. Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown, has been entrusted with arrangements. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter 200 Executive Boulevard, Suite 4B, Southington, CT 06489. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
CENTER TUFTONBORO, N.H. — Gregory Henry Tierney departed this life on Monday, Nov. 21, 2016, at his home in Center Tuftonboro, N.H., at the age of 87. He was the loving and devoted husband of Barbara (Howie) Tierney for 65 years. They had dated in high school, he being the football player while she was the head cheerleader. They made their home in Middlefield, Conn. until moving to New Hampshire in 2003. Greg had an amazing work ethic and never seemed to be idle. He enjoyed working with his hands and always took pride in the fruits of his labor. He was a dedicated member of the Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department. He retired from Northeast Utilities in 1991, yet he worked multiple jobs in order to provide for his family. As Greg aged, he remembered fondly the days of working on farms for Earl Tewksbury and Burt Way. Being with his family, spending time with his many friends, vacationing in Amish country, collecting
buggies and sleighs, and working on antique cars were important aspects of his life. In addition to his wife, Barbara, Greg leaves behind his daughters, Jane Tierney, of Middlefield, Linda Zona and her husband, Raymond, of Middlefield, and Pat Morrissey and her husband, Michael, of Clinton; his grandchildren, Dan and Sarah Morrissey, Melanie Muszynski, Meghan Breton, and Elizabeth Quinn; as well as his great-grandchildren, Katie, Madeline, Jonah, Joey, and Christopher, are also left to grieve his loss. He was predeceased by his parents, Marie and Henry Tierney; as well as his sisters, Ida Jones and Virginia Birmingham. A funeral liturgy will be held on Thursday, Dec. 1, at Saint Colman’s Church in Middlefield. Burial with military honors for his service in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict took place at the Middlefield Cemetery. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to The Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department, 406 Jackson Hill Road, Middlefield, CT 06455. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
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Adult education programs Adult education offers free programs for Durham and Middlefield residents ready to earn their high school diplomas. Three high school completion options are available, including the GED and the
National External Diploma Program, an individualized, self-paced program without classroom instruction.
English classes for non-English speaking residents are available for all proficiency levels.
Registrations are being accepted for free high school completion and English as a Second Language classes.
Day and evening classes are planned at Main Street in Middletown. For more information, call 860-343-6044.
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Over 50 charged with DUI on Thanksgiving weekend State police charged 56 motorists with driving under the influence and cited nearly 4,500 with hazardous moving violations over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. More than 1,000 motorists were ticketed for speeding violations and 450 were cited for seatbelt violations, state police said in a statement. Nearly 3,000 were ticketed for other violations, including cell phone usage, following too closely and unsafe lane changes. State police said they also investigated almost 500 accidents, two of which were fatal. — Bryan Lipiner
Toys for Tots 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.
Emergency response drill planned An emergency response drill is scheduled for the communities surrounding Middlefield on Orchard Lane in Middlefield on Saturday, Dec. 3, 8 a.m., according to Peter Tyc, Middlefield Volunteer Fire Company chief. In the event of inclement weather, the exercise will take place Dec. 4. The drill will test the capabilities of Middlefield emergency response ser-
vices, the surrounding communities and hazardous material teams to manage an emergency involving multiple jurisdictions and response agencies. The drill will be a progressive type scenario and will engage a variety of response organizations. JLN Associates, LLC under contract with State Emergency Response Commission and Department of Energy
& Environmental Protection (DEEP) is planning and implementing this hazardous material related full-scale exercise for Middlefield and the surrounding communities. The planning and implementation of this exercise is funded by a HMEP Grant being administered by the State Emergency Response Commission.
Bridge games on Fridays Durham Recreation schedules bridge games at the Durham-Middlefield community center. The games are held every Friday, starting at 6:15 p.m. Classes are adapted to suit any person’s needs or concerns. For more information, call Jim Martinelli at 860-346-6611.
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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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AJ’s Oasis Café
142 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06451 203-634-4912 facebook.com/ajsoasiscafe Family owned, operated. Recipient of Record-Journal’s Peoples Choice award Best Wings.
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.
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540 Washington Ave North Haven, CT (203) 239-5548 www.dinosseafood.com Dino’s, a family business has the highest quality seafood at reasonable prices. We offer eat-in or take-out and a private banquet room for any occasion.
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.
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320 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473 203.239.0663 www.athena2diner.com Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner. Accept Q Cards. Serving North Haven for 30 years. Daily specials and full liquor available.
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.
337 North Colony Road Wallingford, CT 06492 203-741-9405 henryswallingford.com Henry’s is a family owned restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Featuring Home style cooking and our selection of homemade pies. Our Catering Menu is available for any occasion.
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.
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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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73 Quinnipiac Street Wallingford, CT 06492 203-793-7801 minervinispizza.net Ken & Diane have been using family pizza recipes since 1939. Family owned/ operated serving authentic apps, soups, salads, sub & More!
170 Washington Avenue North Haven, CT 06473 203-239-3355 www.sogasushi.com New owner! Authentic Japanese and Asian cuisine. New style, great service, more surprises! Check out our menu and like us on Facebook to see our specials!
99 Powder Hill Road Middlefield, CT 06455 (860) 852-5444 www.fireattheridge.com Causal neighborhood dining with beautiful mountain views. Craft beers/ cocktails specials, weekly live music and tap takeovers. There’s always something special going on inside the Tavern!
1 Lorraine Terrace (Rt. 66) Middlefield, CT 06455 (860) 358-9163 facebook.com/woodandsmokebbq Smoked Meats-brisket, pork, ribs and wings, with all your favorite country sides. Take out or eat out. Open year round, with seasonal outdoor seating.
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Coginchaug Regional High School winter sports schedule Boys basketball
North Branford at CRHS, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 20 - CRHS vs. Valley Regional at Valley Friday, Feb. 27 - CRHS vs. Regional HS, 7 p.m. Morgan at Morgan HS, 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 23 - CRHS vs.
7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26 - CRHS vs. Rocky Hill at Rocky Hill, 6:45 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 28 - CRHS Tuesday, Feb. 21 - CRHS vs. vs. Portland at CRHS, 3 Valley Regional at CRHS, p.m. 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 27 - CRHS Tuesday, Jan. 31 - CRHS vs. Windsor Locks at CRHS, Wednesday, Feb. 22 vs. East Hampton at East 7 p.m. CRHS vs. Old Saybrook at Hampton, 7 p.m. Old Saybrook, 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30 - CRHS Thursday, Feb. 2 - CRHS vs. vs. Creed at Fair Haven Valley Regional at CRHS, School, 7:30 p.m. 7 p.m. Hale Ray at Hale Ray HS, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 3 - CRHS vs. Westbrook at CRHS, 7 p.m. Friday, Jan 6 - CRHS vs. North Branford at North Branford HS, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10 - CRHS vs. Old Saybrook at CRHS, 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13 - CRHS vs. Cromwell at CRHS, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17 - CRHS vs. Haddam-Killingworth at Haddam-Killingworth, 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20 - CRHS vs. Old Lyme at CRHS, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24 - CRHS vs. Morgan at CRHS, 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27 - CRHS vs. Portland at Portland, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31 - CRHS vs. East Hampton at CRHS, 7 p.m.
Girls basketball
Tuesday, Feb. 7 - CRHS vs. Tuesday, Dec. 13 - CRHS vs. Valley Regional at Valley Cromwell at CRHS, 7 p.m. Regional, 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10 - CRHS vs. Haddam-Killingworth at Thursday, Dec. 15 - CRHS vs. East Lyme at East Lyme Haddam-Killingworth, 7 p.m. HS, 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13 - CRHS Friday, Dec. 23 - CRHS vs. vs. North Branford at North Hale Ray at CRHS, 6:30 Branford, 7 p.m. p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 - CRHS Friday, Dec. 30 - CRHS vs. vs. Morgan at CRHS, 7 p.m. Creed at CRHS, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 - CRHS vs. Westbrook at Westbrook, 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 6 - CRHS vs. North Branford at CRHS, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10 - CRHS vs. Old Saybrook at Old Saybrook, 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 13 - CRHS vs. Cromwell at Cromwell, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 17 - CRHS vs. Thursday, Feb. 2 - CRHS vs. Haddam-Killingworth at CRHS, 7 p.m. HMTCA at The Learning Corridor, 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19 - CRHS Tuesday, Feb. 7 - CRHS vs. vs. Old Lyme at Old Lyme, 7 p.m. Cromwell at Cromwell, 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21 - CRHS vs. North Haven at CRHS, Friday, Feb. 10 - CRHS vs. 3 p.m. Haddam-Killingworth at CRHS, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24 - CRHS Tuesday, Feb. 14 - CRHS vs. vs. Morgan at Morgan HS,
Coginchaug vs. BBD at Danbury Ice Arena, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17 - Coginchaug vs. Milford Coop at Milford Ice Pavilion, 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20 - Coginchaug vs. Housatonic-Northwestern at Hotchkiss, 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21 - Coginchaug vs. Sheehan at Northford Ice Pavilion, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25 Coginchaug vs. Branford at Northford Ice Pavilion, 8:15 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27 - Coginchaug vs. Shepaug-LitchThorn-Nonn at Gunnery Rink, 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28 - Coginchaug vs. Masuk at The Rinks at Shelton, 7:30 p.m.
at Northford Ice Pavilion, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25 - Coginchaug vs. Eastern CT Eagles at Northford Ice Pavilion, 3 p.m.
Lyman Hall/ Coginchaug Regional High School boys swimming and diving Thursday, Dec. 22 - Coginchaug vs. Fairfield Prep at Fairfield University, 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 - Coginchaug vs. Notre Dame West Haven at Sheehan Pool, 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 6 - Coginchaug vs. Cheshire at Cheshire Community Pool, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10 - Coginchaug vs. West Haven at Sheehan Pool, 4 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 1 - Cogin- Friday, Jan. 13 - Coginchaug vs. Newton at North- chaug vs. Foran at Sheehan Pool, 4 p.m. ford Ice Pavilion, 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17 - CoginSaturday, Feb. 4 - CoginWednesday, Dec. 21 chaug vs. Jonathan Law at chaug vs. North Branford Coginchaug vs. Cheshire at Foran HS, 4 p.m. at Northford Ice Pavilion, Wesleyan University, 4:30 6 p.m. p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24 - CoginWednesday, Feb. 8 - Cogin- chaug vs. North Haven at Wednesday, Dec. 28 chaug vs. Amity at Bennett Gawrych Town Pool, 4 p.m. Coginchaug vs. Daniel Rink-West Haven, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26 - CoginHand at Northford Ice Pavilion, 7:30 p.m. chaug vs. Branford-GuilSaturday, Feb. 11 - Coginford at Sheehan Pool, 4:30 chaug vs. Tri-Town at Friday, Dec. 30 - CoginNorthford Ice Pavilion, 6:15 p.m. chaug vs. North Haven at p.m. Northford Ice Pavilion, 5 Tuesday, Jan. 31 - Coginp.m. chaug vs. Hamden at SheeWednesday, Feb. 15 han Pool, 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4 - Cogin- Coginchaug vs. Branford at Northford Ice Pavilion, chaug vs. WMRP at NorthWednesday, Feb. 15 ford Ice Pavilion, 8:15 p.m. 5:45 p.m. Coginchaug at Haddam-Killingworth at Saturday, Feb. 18 - CoginSaturday, Jan. 7 - CoginSheehan Pool, 4 p.m. chaug vs. Sheehan at Weschaug vs. Joel Barlow at leyan University, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21 - CoginNorthford Ice Pavilion, 4 p.m. chaug at Sheehan at SheeWednesday, Feb. 22 Coginchaug vs. Redhawks han Pool, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11 -
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Cat Tales is looking for volunteers to feed a managed feral cat colony during the upcoming cold months. For more information or to volunteer, call 860-344-9043 or email info@CatTalesCT. org.
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Mason, 2, was rescued as a stray. He is a sweet boy, happy to be off the streets. He is very affectionate and will roll over for a belly scratch. Mason would be okay with cat-experienced children. No dogs. For more information, call 860-344-9043, email info@CatTalesCT. org or visit www. CatTalesCT.org/cats/MASON.
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Moxie is a 2 year old girl. She was found outside with her kittens, who have all found loving homes. Now it is Moxie’s turn. She is sweet and loves to be petted, but does need some space. She needs a quiet home with a patient person. She needs to be the only pet in the house. She would make a great companion and would love a warm bed to sleep on. For more information and to meet Moxie, call 860-344-9043, email Info@CatTalesCT. org or visit http://www.CatTalesCT.org/cats/MOXIE.
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Fire Department Trustees, Durham Volunteer Firehouse, 7 p.m.
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Historic District Commission, Durham Public Library, 7 p.m.
Board of Educational Student Resources, CRHS, 6:30 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m.
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Clean Energy & Sustainability Task Force, library, 7 p.m.
Public Safety Renovations Planning Committee, 205 Main St., 6:30 p.m.
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Teen Lounge. Weekdays, 2:30 to 5 p.m. Area set aside for teens to hang out and use library laptops. Drop in. Programs for adults Book Lovers’ Circle. Wednesday, Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m. “Elephant Company” by Vicki Croke. No registration. Adult Coloring. Wednesday, Dec. 7, 6:30 p.m. Supplies provided or bring your own. No registration.
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Board of Selectmen, Town Hall, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 7
Inland Wetlands, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m.
Board of Educational Resources Committee meeting, CRHS, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 13
WPCA meeting, 7 p.m.
Conservation Commission, library, 7 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 8
Durham Volunteer Fire Com- Board of Finance, 7 p.m. pany, Durham Volunteer Wednesday, Dec. 14 Firehouse, 8 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 19
Economic Development Commission, 6 p.m.
Housing Authority, 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20 Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m.
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Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 15
Board of Finance, Town Hall, 7 p.m.
Board of Education District meeting, 7 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 15
Board of Education Students Achievement Committee, CRHS, 6:30 p.m.
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New legislature, but the same old problems are still around Now that the election is over, we know who we’re sending to Hartford to begin a new legislative session in the new year. We also know that they’ll be working under the same dark deficit cloud that’s been hanging over the state Capitol for far too long. The newcomers as well as veterans will be called upon to work on a two-year budget that’s already projected to be $1.3 billion short, with recent estimates showing tax revenue on a continuous slide through fiscal year 2019. Meanwhile, we’re only halfway through a fiscal year that’s about $68 million in the red. Clearly, the General Assembly and Gov. Dannel P. Mal-
loy are still a long way from solving the ongoing financial woes of a state that, by some measures, has never fully recovered from the recession of 2008. Already this fiscal year, the state has cut more than $800 million in spending and has laid off nearly 1,100 workers, with 500 more layoffs set for January. State agency heads have provided Malloy with various options to accommodate a “likely” 10 percent cut in discretionary funding. Chronic underfunding of the Teachers’ Retirement System and the State Employees’ Retirement System is an area of great concern, calling for about $302 million in additional funding next year.
Retiree health costs may add $66 million to that total. Other bills coming due soon pertain to previous state borrowing to balance the budget, property-tax offsets, and transportation improvements. The cost-cutting options presented to Malloy by department heads include closing some DMV offices; cutting housing subsidies for people with AIDS; privatizing services for more people with intellectual or developmental disabilities; eliminating daycare subsidies for thousands of
children; cutting financial aid at the University of Connecticut or eliminating 286 staff positions there; and eliminating a program that helps veterans find jobs. This situation didn’t arise overnight — “I don’t believe people understand that a lack of paying the bills as they should have been paid has led to the current difficulties the state of Connecticut is living with,” the governor recently told an Associate Press reporter.
Regardless, only Malloy working with the new General Assembly, can put the state back on its financial feet. With the changes made on Nov. 8 — Republicans now at parity with Democrats in the Senate, and some new faces in the House, including in leadership positions — the coming session presents an opportunity for elected officials in Hartford to work together to put this state on a sounder financial footing. — Originally published in the Meriden Record-Journal
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