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Friday, June 1, 2018
Durham reduces tax rate by 1 mill Durham Market to open again By Lauren Takores Town Times
The Board of Finance set the mill rate at 36.5 for the upcoming fiscal year.
That rate, approved at the board’s Tuesday, May 22 meeting, is a decrease of 1.08 mills from the current mill rate of 37.58.
By town meeting on May 14, residents approved a net town budget of $7,012,554, with $5,674,004 to be collected by taxation.
On May 8, 58 percent of voters approved via referendum the Regional School District 13 budget of $36,819,319. Durham’s education budget is $23,508,845.
Laurie Tuttle, board chairman, said the board had three options and chose the middle number.
The other mill rate options were within half a mill either way, she said.
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Longtime Legionnaires honored By Lauren Takores Town Times
The market, 238 Main St., changed ownership in November, after it was purchased by two married couples, Amit and Reshma Patel and Walter and Lisa Tregoning, who have been neighbors for more than a decade.
“Memorial Day is a time for Americans to reconnect with their history and their core values by honoring those who gave their lives for the ideals we cherish,” said Bob Francis, American Legion Post 184 commander and parade chairman.
“Each person who died during these conflicts was a loved one,” Francis said. “Each was a loss to their community and to the nation.” Durham’s annual parade had no grand marshal this year. Instead,
Durham Market will reopen this month after renovations aimed at restoring the business’ “country charm.” The store will celebrate its grand reopening Saturday, June 9, in the parking lot of United Churches of Durham, 228 Main St., at a time to be determined.
Monday marked the 150th Memorial Day, and communities nationwide honored the fallen members of the United States armed forces with solemn services and patriotic parades.
According to the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, 1.1 million Americans have been killed in U.S. wars.
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Durham First Selectman Laura Francis assists former Army Staff Sgt. Charlie Arigoni, 91, during a wreath laying ceremony during Durham’s Memorial Day service on Monday, May 28. Lauren Takores, Town Times
three longtime American Legion members received recognition for 70 years continuous membership to the organization. Francis presented the three men — former Army Staff Sgts. Tom Arigoni and Charlie Arigoni, 91-year-old twin
brothers, and former Army Sgt. Joe Romboli, 91 — with certificates from the National American Legion during a ceremony on the Durham Town Green after the parade. The three men were first-grade classSee Memorial, A8
“Since then, we have been working on a complete renovation of the store to restore its country charm,” Lisa Tregoning said. New products include storemade juices, organic foods, local produce as well as honey, grass-fed beef, and dailySee Market, A16
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Who knew enlightenment would be this uncomfortable?
when Dorothy splashed water on her. “I’m melting, I’m melting,” I am inclined to call out. I had no idea that I had that much fluid in my body, and I fear that, in a very short period of time, there will be none left to speak of.
So I try to focus on whatever Since my house is about the lecture I am listening to, size of a bread box, I got the soaking in its wisdom, in a portable model, consisting vain effort to get my mind of a heated pad that I lie on, off my suffering. (And sufferwhich feels like it gets hot ing is not too strong a word enough to peel the skin off here.) It never works. I am my backside, and two domes just miserable, plain and that cover me. I am cosimple. There’s a clock on cooned, with only my head the thingamajig that plugs poking out. into the domes, with the So, for the sake of my health, countdown of the minutes. I vow to myself that I will not I climb into this oven for 30 look at it until I feel a reminutes at a time, and I am spectable period of time has totally miserable. I always gone by, as it has never, fickhave something to listen to, le thing that it is, counted whether it be a lecture on my computer or one on my phone, in order to somewhat ameliorate those tortuous minutes, but it does little to help. At least I may be a bit wiser when I climb out. Fingers crossed!
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So I lie there, becoming more puddle-like with each second that ticks by, and I think that surely I am halfway through this ordeal by now, and I look, and only five minutes have gone by. Five minutes! Twenty-five more to go! I believe that that counter is a trickster, and is having some fun with me. Spontaneous combustion feels like a real possibility.
So I throw off those domes and I wring myself out. Really, I can be wrung out. And I take my shower, and then I am glad to have survived the experience, because I feel lighter. Probably about three pounds of lost fluids lighter.
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But I would never think 30 minutes could drag on so, my discomfort is so intense. It makes those 95 degree days I used to endure while living in Georgia, feel like a balmy spring day. Shortly after climbing into my torture chamber, I will be sweating so profusely that I believe I will just melt away right on the spot, and end up one big puddle. Like the wicked witch in the Wizard of Oz
down the minutes nearly as quickly as I would like. If I peek too quickly, I feel discouraged by all the time I have left. I won’t peek, I tell myself, until I think I have reached the halfway point, with 15 minutes to go.
When I’m down to two minutes, I am almost leaping for joy, if that were an option. When I get to only one minute to go, I am counting off the seconds, as if that would put the giddy-up in those seconds. And then it happens. Ding, ding, ding. The signal that my self-imposed prison is done with
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end that I check the time every minute – 9, 8, 7, 6. I would never have believed that a minute, 60 seconds by my reckoning, could just mosey along so, taking its sweet time.
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Endorsed Dem may face 34th primary By Matthew Zabierek Record-Journal staff
Thursday, May 24 about his deLocal Democrats narrowly cision to priendorsed Aili McKeen to mary. Balter challenge Republican Senate received 48 leader Len Fasano in percent of November’s race for the 34th delegates, Senate District. more than McKeen McKeen, of Wallingford, got the 15 perthe nomination by a margin cent needed of two delegates, 22-20, over to qualify for a primary. East Haven resident Josh McKeen works as an invenBalter, who intends to pritory specialist for a public mary for the nomination. insurance adjuster and is “Obviously, we need to take running for office for the this to the voters,� Balter said first time.
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came from her hometown of Wallingford. McKeen received all 20 of Wallingford’s delegates, in addition to two delegates from North Haven. Balter received all 12 delegates from East Haven, seven delegates from North Haven and one from Durham. “I feel good,â€? McKeen said about the endorsement. “It was a close vote, but Wallingford supports me.â€? Balter’s decision to primary, he said, was based on the amount of support he’s gained during his campaign. “I started this race in January and I was a complete unknown, even in my hometown of East Haven ‌ We've just continuously gained momentum since day one,â€? Balter said. He added “the
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Balter also said he has tried to “run a campaign that includes all towns in the 34th district.� McKeen said she wasn’t surprised or disappointed by Balter’s decision to primary. She believes she’s the best candidate to challenge Fasano because she is a “typical resident� of the district that understands the district’s needs. “I was born here and grew up in Wallingford, so I feel like I've got a handle on what people in this area really need because we're all looking at the same things,� McKeen said. Fasano, a North Haven resident, has not been challenged for the seat since 2012, when he defeated Democrat Steve Fontana with 58 percent of the votes. Fasano was first elected in 2003 and is the Senate Republican president pro tempore under an agreement with Democrats on how to operate the tied Senate. Fasano was first named leader of the Republican Senate caucus in 2015. He couldn’t be reached for comment.
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A day to remember By Thomas J. Pellegrino
The weather was perfect on Monday, but it didn’t matter. What mattered was remembering the fallen. As the citizens of Durham and Middlefield sat and watched the Memorial Day parade from the grass on the side of the road, certainly they understood what the day really means.
As always, the parade had laughter, had candy, and had salutes. Hans Peterson set fire to the back of a cannon, commencing the start of the parade. Leading the parade was the military color guard-143rd Regional support group, carrying the flags of our country and state.
It means honoring those who gave their lives so that we could be free.
Next to pass were VFW Post 10169 and American Legion Post 184, followed by First Selectman Laura L. Francis and town clergy.
That’s why we pay our respect.
The Memorial, Strong and Coginchaug bands were also
in attendance, playing recognizable tunes as they marched. Interspersed between the bands were the Durham Fair float, the volunteer fire department, and the volunteer ambulance. The Knights of Columbus made an appearance alongside Lillian White, the oldest Girl Scout in Durham at 101 years old. Girl Scouts and Brownies were right behind her. It wouldn’t be a parade without the Boy Scouts and the Middlefield Children’s Center with their John Deere tractors. Troop 27 and
270 carried flags and banners of those who served in various wars. The Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department was also with us this Memorial Day, honking to onlookers. Coginchaug Little League and youth soccer were dressed in their uniforms to showcase their teams. And Durham and Middlefield football and cheer squads marched as well.
and a military truck driven by Steven Koerber. The parade is always something to watch and celebrate with the neighbor you never knew you had. And it’s good to remember those whom you’ve never met, but know that you’re free because of them. All of the locals who set up the parade and all those who participate every year should be remembered as well.
The parade wrapped up with Thank you to everyone for the 4H Club float, the Westputting on an amazing field Fire Department, the Memorial Day Parade. Durham Civil War group,
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Monday’s events The day’s events began as Middlefield-Rockfall VFW Post 10362 commander Bob Malcolm led a service at the Middlefield Town Green veterans’ memorials. “It’s a day of solemn remembrance,” said Middlefield First Selectman Ed Bailey, “and I urge everyone today to keep that in mind … to remember to keep it as a day of remembrance for those who have given their lives so that we can stand here today in freedom.” “I can’t tell you the reason for wars, or why our military is sent all over the world,” VFW chaplain Howard Randlett said during his remarks. “We have lost so many lives for such a relatively young nation.” First class Boy Scout Ben Pitruzzello, 13, laid a wreath at the veterans’ memorials on the Town Green. VFW quartermaster Keith Lohman and retired Service Officer Glenn Tewksbury lowered the flag to half-staff while bugler Ken Hamilton played “Taps.”
Members of Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department participate in a Memorial Day service at the Middlefield Town Green on Monday, May 28. Photos by Lauren Takores, Town Times
Middlefield Volunteer Fire Co. Chief Peter Tyc gave remarks, and firefighter/EMT Lori Helmedach laid a wreath at the firehouse monument near the flagpole.
Parade As the morning progressed, hundreds of people lined Main Street in Durham, from the parade staging grounds at Haddam Quarter Road to the Town Green. They huddled under blankets in lawn chairs, as the
Dick Duval salutes while his wife, Harriett Duval, stands by during Durham’s Memorial Day service on Monday, May 28.
overcast day temperature hovered in the mid-50s.
Post 10169-sponsored wagon carrying veterans.
Others stood, some clutching coffee cups or dog leashes, as the Durham Middlefield Exchange Club distributed miniature American flags.
Several civic and community groups marched in the parade, including the Durham and Middlefield fire companies, marching bands from Strong and Memorial middle schools and Coginchaug Regional High School, the Durham Fair and agricultural community, a group of Civil War re-enactors, the Boy Scouts and the Girl Scouts. Durham’s oldest living Girl Scout, Lillian White, who is 101 years old, partici-
A cannon signaled the start of the parade at 9:15 a.m. First to arrive at the Durham Town Green was the 143rd Regional Support Group of the Connecticut Army National Guard, followed by a Durham VFW
pated in the parade. At the service on the Durham Town Green, Durham First Selectman Laura Francis assisted the Arigoni brothers and Romboli with laying wreaths on either side of the veterans’ monuments. The 143rd Regional Support Group gave a rifle salute and the CRHS band played “Taps” to close the service. LTakores@record-journal.com 203-317-2212 Twitter: @LCTakores
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years of age or older. To par- Blood pressure screenticipate call Susan D’Orvilings : Blood pressure screenliers, at 860-349-7121. ings will be held the second Wednesday of the month at Bridge: Players are invited to the Community Center at the Middlefield Senior Cen- noon. ter, Thursdays and Fridays 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. for ongoNewsletter : Interested in reing bridge games. Knowlceiving our new and imedge of how to play is reproved Senior & Social Serquired. vices newsletter? Email sdorvilliers@middlefieldSet-Back and Cribct.org or call 860-349-7121 to bage: Drop-in to play at the sign up. Middlefield Community Center, Monday through Fri- Durham Activity Cenday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Seeking program, trip Ideas : We are looking for new and exciting programs and trips to offer at the Senior Center. Contact Susan D’Orvilliers, 860-349-7121 or email sdorvilliers@middlefieldct.org. Weekly exercise: Led by Sue Schade, Middlefield Community Center, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 7:45 a.m. Monday and Friday is regular exercise class.
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Durham 60+ Travel trips The Durham 60+ Club and Travel will meet at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, June 11 at the Durham Activity Center, second floor, 350 Main St., Durham. This is the last regular meeting of the season. A blood pressure clinic will be available to the public at noon. Following the meeting, refreshments will be served. Members will play bingo at $1 per card. Bingo is open to the public.
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‘I Nuri’ quest begins in Middlefield By Frank LoGiudice Special to Town Times
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"E Chiamamulu Paisanu! Primu Diu E Sammastianu!" Translated to English, this means, "He's one of our own! First God and then Saint Sebastian!”
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This Italian phrase was enthusiastically said by the “I Nuri”; devoted parishioners of the St. Sebastian’s Church in Middletown. They did this for the 97th Feast of the St. Sebastian’s Church in Middletown, held in May. The “I Nuri” gathered at the St. Sebastian’s Cemetery in Middlefield to pay their gratitude to their patron saint for his help throughout the year. They said prayers to God, St. Sebastian and their departed relatives. The “I Nuri” are dressed in white with a red sash. A picture of St. Sebastian is pinned on their sash.
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Some 300 “I Nuri” made a pilgrimmage to St. Sebastian’s Church in Middletown. Photo by Frank LoGiudice
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Street in Middletown. Once the 11 a.m. High Mass was done both groups converged and ran inside the church emphatically saying “E Chiamamulu Paisanu! Primu Diu E Sammastianu!" Why do the “Nuri” do this? Sebastian Liseo of Middletown, age 33, has been doing it since 1986 when he was just 1. Back then, his grandfather took him. Liseo stated “I do this to carry on the tradition, I do it for our saint, our church and my grandfather, Sebastiano Liseo. I love doing it.” Nuri Mario Genovese made a promise to do it for his niece, who was born premature. Genovese commented “I made a promise if she would get better I would do the ‘I Nuri’ run.” There was a good turnout for this year’s run.
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Dr. Gene Nocera, one of three chairmen for the Feast of the St. Sebastian’s Church, stated, “It was identical to last year; about 300 runners. They came primarily from Connecticut, but some of them are connected to the two buses that came in –Massachusetts and New York.” In 2021, the St. Sebastian’s Church will be celebrating its centennial anniversary. According to Nocera, the preparatory work has begun. “We have a big committee that has come up with a lot of themes. We haven’t decided yet on which one is going to represent what we are going to do. But one thing for sure we are going to do; one year from this coming November we will have a big kickoff dinner in preparation of the 100th anniversary and it will be held at the Elk’s Club in Middletown. That will be the kick-off so we could announce what we are doing.”
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From the Town of Durham:
Despite the severe weather Mother Nature has thrown our way and the unusually large amount of debris from the previous storms, The Town of Durham Public Works Department has completed almost half of the town’s annual spring curbside brush pick up. Brush pick up can only be done in fair weather and with Mother Nature’s cooperation the Public Works Department plans to finish this project within the next few weeks. We ask that you follow the brush pick up guidelines to help make the process more efficient. Brush should be less than 4 inches in diameter and not longer than 6 feet in length. Brush should be stacked at the roadside in an open area, away from mailboxes, trees, telephone poles and other structures. Brush should be stacked perpendicular to the roadway, butt end toward the road. No leaves, stumps, wood or foreign matter will be picked up.
“I Nuri” participants travel down Rt. 66 in Middlefield to St. Sebastian’s Church in Photo by Frank LoGiudice Middletown.
Each household will be strictly limited to one truck load during this collection. Loads shall not measure any larger than 4 feet high, 6 feet wide and 8 feet long. If your load does not follow these guidelines it will not be removed. Call the Public Works Office with questions, 860-3491816.
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Notre Dame Church, 272 Main St., 860-349-3058, Mass schedule; Monday and Tuesday 8 a.m., Saturday 4 p.m. at St. Colman Church; Sunday, 8 and 11 a.m.
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Library Briefs Library hours – Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed Friday. Storytime – Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Drop-in.
Durham Public Library Library hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 860-3499544; www.durhamlibrary.org.
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In 1920, the Trustees of the Levi E. Coe Library purchased the former Episcopal Church next door to the library for $600 to use as library hall. Sixty five years later, in 1975, a major addition connected the two buildings. Today, the Levi E. Coe Library is home to more than 25,000 volumes and is open 40 hours a week for the people of Middlefield.
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Race for 13th Senate District shaping up By Mike Savino Record-Journal staff
As lawmakers shift their focus from the legislative session to the November elections, a race many expect to be among the state’s most contested is starting to take shape. Sen. Len Suzio, R-Meriden, filed his paperwork Wednesday, May 16 to seek re-election for the 13th Senate District. Democrats, meanwhile,
were to convene Monday to decide whether to endorse Mary Daugherty Abrams or Alex Tiktinsky, both of Meriden. Suzio defeated former Sen. Dante Bartolomeo, D-Meriden, by less than 900 votes. Prior to that, Bartolomeo twice defeated Suzio by even smaller margins. Suzio, a banking consultant, has been among the legislature’s most visible oppo-
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Clinics will be held at the outdoor courts at Coginchaug Regional High School, Monday evenings, July 9, 16, 23 and 30, and Aug. 6 and 13, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
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KGMA hosted an open house Saturday, featuring displays by regional artists, including Stephen Mills of West Hartford, and live music by Deep Ellum, an Americana duo. The June baroque concert series features a program of Webern, Rachmaninoff and Schubert at 8 p.m. Friday, June 15 and Saturday, June 16, and 4 p.m. Sunday, June 17.
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The K-2nd grade clinics will be run by the Technical Training Staff with the help of parent volunteers. The Technical Training Staff will also provide technical and developmental support to Fall Travel teams and coaches.
Current open positions include Uniform Coordinator and Clinic Coordinators as well as other board positions.
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In the Fall 2018 season, the club will offer teams from Pre-K to U15 (open to all non-high school students born between Jan. 1, 2004 to Dec. 31, 2013).
The Coginchaug Soccer Club’s Monthly Membership meetings are held the first Sunday of the month, 7 p.m., at the Middlefield Community Center. Anyone interested in helping the club in any capacity is encouraged to attend.
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Market From A1
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Poole, of Middlefield, provides local honey and has been keeping honeybees for 43 years. He worked as the State Bee Inspector for several years in the early '80s, inspecting beehives throughout Connecticut. Poole owned and operated a local tree service, Allan's Tree Service, for many years until the end of 2017.
delivered fresh sushi, all while maintaining staple groceries. “We have created a local one-stop shop for our residents,” Tregoning said. “We are proud to provide a farmer's market each day of the week during these upcoming summer months.”
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At the grand re-opening, many of the local vendors that supply Durham Market with products are scheduled to attend, offering free food samplings.
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River Farm, of Middlefield, is a small family farm. They will provide produce, fresh flowers and herbs. n Trifecta
Ecosystems, of Meriden, provides farm fresh food using a unique growing technique, Aquaponics. Aquaponics is a unique method of farming that marries the raising of fish with the raising of plants.
Janet Morganti, Economic Development Commission chairman, said it’s no secret the market has hit some rough patches over the years, but residents have wanted a small, local market for a long time.
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Scream, of Cheshire, provides hot-spicy ice cream.
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”It’s something people want to see,” Morganti said. “They want a small, nice store, somewhere to get what we need without going out of town.”
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Thein Pe's Sushi, of Plantsville, will deliver fresh sushi every weekday morning.
She added that the new owners “obviously are trying very hard to revitalize it.”
PATRIOTS’ OUTPOST: EXCLUSIVE access for all military service members, U.S. Veterans and their dependents
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Mile Acres, of North Guilford, provides the market with fresh, grass-fed, antibiotic-free beef.
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Picks Boutique, owned by Jeannine Meisenkothen, who designs and handcrafts personalized gifts, vintage and one-of-akind products.
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Electrical Services All Systems Electric LLC Electrical Wiring & More! Generators, Security & Fire Alarms, Data Wiring, Roof De-Icing FREE ESTIMATES! CT# 0187714-E1 Visit us at www.ase-ct.com 860-436-4957 T.E.C. Electrical Service LLC All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service Small Jobs Welcome 203-237-2122
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AVALLONE CONTRACTORS Total Remodeling, 35 blessed years. Kit, BA, Siding, Roofing, windows, gutters, addtn’s. Credit cards accepted (860) 582-0712 CORNERSTONE Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203-2374283. CT Reg #601060.
Plumbing
FERRAUOLA LAWN CARE now accepting new mowing accounts at a reasonable rate. Wallingford Area. 203-804-5779
WE REMOVE Furniture, appliances, entire contents of: homes, sheds, estates, attics, basements, garages & more.
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School Notes Coginchaug Regional High School will host its Senior Scholarship Night Tuesday, June 5, 6:30 p.m., in the Julian Thayer Auditorium. Scholar-
ships from a wide-range of people, local organizations and businesses will be awarded. Invitations will be sent to parents of students re-
ceiving a scholarship. Refreshments will be served following the ceremony. The Coginchaug Regional High School Academic
Awards Ceremony for seniors, juniors, sophomores and freshmen will be held Wednesday, June 6, 7:30 a.m., in the Julian Thayer Auditori-
um. Invitations will be sent to the parents of students receiving an award. Guest parking is available in the student parking lot.
Welcome to On The Menu. 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.
Find great local eats - MenusCT.com 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.
AJ’s Oasis Café
142 Hanover Street Meriden, CT 06451 203-634-4912 facebook.com/ajsoasiscafe New Menu, Daily Lunch specials serving American Cuisine. Family Owned, operated. Recipient of Record-Journal’s Peoples Choice Award Best Wings. Kitchen open M.-Sat 10-10, Sun. 11-10
Athena II Diner
Colony Diner
Crazy Greek
Duchess of Wallingford
Fire at the Ridge Restaurant & Lounge
Libby’s Italian Pastry Shop
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.
1143 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Plantsville, CT 06479 Monday - Thursday 11AM-8:45PM Friday and Saturday 11AM-9PM Like Greek food? Try our famous Greek dishes next time you’re craving something delicious. We’re Celebrating our 1 year anniversary and taking $1 off all food items ALL February.
99 Powder Hill Road Middlefield, CT 06455 (860) 852-5444 www.fireattheridge.com
Top off the weekend with Sunday Brunch mountainside. Includes Breakfast Buffet, Choice of entree`, dessert and cocktail. Adults $19.95, 2-4 years $14.95. Three & under, Free.
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.
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.
323 Washington Avenue North Haven ,CT 06473 203.234.2530 www.libbyscookies.com Family owned and operated bakery located off 1-91 in North Haven. We specialize in Italian pastries, cookies, Italian ice, gelato, cakes and other traditional desserts.
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