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McKeen to face Fasano in November election By Matthew Zabierek Record-Journal staff

WALLINGFORD — Aili McKeen defeated Josh Balter in Tuesday’s Democratic primary for the right to challenge Republican incumbent Len Fasano in the 34th Senate District this November. With all but three precincts

and absentee ballots counted, unofficial numbers had McKeen leading by nearly 2,000 votes, the New Haven Register reported. McKeen declared victory on her campaign’s Facebook page Tuesday night. “Together, we did it. We won,” the post read. “Now it

is time to bring our party together and work together for the common good. Together, we can win in November.” The 34th District covers parts of Wallingford, Durham, East Haven and North Haven. Fasano, of North Haven, has not been challenged for the seat since 2012, when he defeated

Democrat Steve Fontana with 58 percent of the votes. McKeen works as an inventory specialist for a public insurance adjuster and is running for office for the first time. Balter is a 20-year U.S. Navy veteran who is now a Branford-based lawyer specializ-

GOP challenger eyes Altobello By Mary Ellen Godin Record-Journal staff

McKeen, the party’s endorsed candidate, won the endorsement over Balter by a margin of two delegates, 22-20. mzabierek@record-journal.com 203-317-2279 Twitter: @MatthewZabierek

It’s Abrams vs. Suzio By Matthew Zabierek Record-Journal staff

MERIDEN — While many local politicians were bracing for the primaries, Republican Ernestine Holloway was campaigning at the grocery store, on the bus, at picnics and City Council meetings.

MERIDEN — Democrats on Tuesday elected Mary Daugherty Abrams as the nominee to take on Republican incumbent Len Suzio in the 13th Senate District.

Holloway is challenging 12-term Democrat Emil “Buddy” Altobello in the 82nd House District, which covers parts of Meriden, Middlefield and Rockfall.

Abrams, the party’s endorsed candidate, defeated challenger Alex Tiktinsky in the Democratic primary, receiving more than 70 percent of votes. Abrams swept every precinct and received 3,995 votes, or 72 percent, to Tiktinsky’s 1,490 votes, according to unofficial results tabulated at Abrams’ headquarters. Those numbers do not include absentee ballots.

”I want to help the community,” Holloway said. Holloway ran for mayor in 2017 after the city’s GOP endorsed Irene Masse. The election was a big win for Mayor Kevin Scarpati, an unaffiliated candidate, whose 4,128 votes easily toppled Masse. Holloway garnered 520 votes.

ing in family law. This was also Balter’s first campaign for public office.

Meriden resident Ernestine Holloway speaks during a public hearing with the Meriden Finance Committee Aug. 9. Justin Weekes, Special to the Record-Journal

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“It feels amazing, quite honestly, and very humbling because it’s really due to (hard work by my campaign staff ),” Abrams said after declaring victory at See Abrams, A13

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Regional School District 13 announced its policy for determining eligibility of children may receive free or reduced-price meals served under the National School Lunch Program.

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Regional School District 13: Engage, Empower, Thrive By Kathryn Y. Veronesi

The most significant and valued connections, however, are those that exist between people. This year parents and the community will experience improved communication from our district and schools as another means of connecting our community to our schools. Our goal is to deliver timely and pertinent information on a predictable schedule

and ideas, and to answer questions.

The board will host a Community Engagement session on Wednesday, Sept. 5 from 5:15 to 8 p.m. to provide current information on the utilization process and to give community members an opportunity to offer feedback

The primary outcome of the

This session will include dinner, a brief presentation by board members and time for small group break-out sessions for participants.

evening is for community members to work together to offer feedback on the various options that are being considered by the board. Please RSVP if you would like to participate by contacting Meg Maloney, execuSee School, A12

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One area in particular, the connection to learning in the natural environment, has been identified as a priority by our Strategic Visioning Committee.

Improved communication will mean that our community is more aware of the experiences of our students and staff within the context of our goals and priorities.

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This year the Board of Education will continue to make decisions that support district growth and improvement which will include finalizing its recommendation for building use and grade reconfiguration.

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Over the course of the past year, the theme of “connection” has been identified as a defining feature of RSD13 and something students, parents, staff and community members want to be a part of increasing. Explicit and subtle connections exist across personal and curricular areas, all of which enhance student learning and development.

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Art Bra event celebrates helping cancer survivors By Ashley Kus Record-Journal staff

SOUTHINGTON – It was an array of unique creations at the Aqua Turf Thursday night, Aug. 9 as over 25 bras featuring flowers, rhinestones and feathers were modeled on the runway as part of the 10th annual After the Storm Inc. fundraiser to benefit breast cancer survivors.

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Youngsters enjoy messy fun at library By Diana Carr Special to Town Times

On a recent Saturday, youngsters flocked to the Durham Public Library for some messy fun. Tables were set up with colored water, measuring cups, mixing bowls, glue and cans of shaving cream in anticipation of Slime Saturday Summer Edition.

one color. Next came a squirt of shaving cream, followed by Insta Snow that was left over from Christmas. The final step was adding water with borax mixed into it, and voila – slime.

time. Her mother, Alicia Giacco, of Durham, said, “She loves coming to the library, so any time she can come and do fun activities like this is pretty special to her. She likes slime, but her favorite part is making it .. We’ll be back.”

Happy participants rolled the stuff around in their hands, made balls, pulled it into strings.

Nine-year-old Sophia Fappiano, of Durham, was another Slime Saturday newbie. “I really like this,” she said. “I One girl made a glove out of liked that I got to make slime and play with it. I’ll make The children (kindergarten- it. age and up) first poured glue And the youngsters were giv- bubbles out of it when I get home.” into the mixing bowls, then en plastic bags to transport added colored water. Said Sophia’s twin sister, Elthe slime home. la : “I thought this was really, They were then directed to Four-year-old Elena was at really fun. I’m going to make stir until the mixture was all Slime Saturday for the first

bubbles, too. I do that by putting the slime on a table, stretching out the corners, counting to three, and flopping it down really fast. There’s just air inside.”

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Letters to the Editor Community feedback appreciated

Your feedback and comments are important. Our committee will communiTo the editor: cate the information gathered through these meetings Many thanks to the folks that so that, as a community, attended the Korn School we are making a collaboraAdaptive Reuse Feasibility tive decision. Committee meeting July 31 and for your participation The next workshop will be and active discussion. held Thursday, Sept. 6, 6:30 p.m. tour, 7 p.m. meeting, at We were encouraged to Korn Elementary School. see community interest and engagement in the KoPlease spread the word rn school renovation feasiabout this ongoing effort and bility assessment. We hope encourage others to particithat this first step to engage pate in the process. In addithe community has been tion, the committee regularhelpful to reach an informed ly meets and the meetings decision together. are open to the public. The powerpoint presentation can be found on the town website, along with the meeting minutes.

Dave Heer Korn School Adaptive Reuse Feasibility Committee Chairman

Get the facts To the editor: I attended the first phase of the Korn school feasibility presentation and workshop on July 31. A tour was given by David Heer, chairman of the feasibility study committee. The attendance was more than what was expected and there were many questions throughout the evening from interested citizens of Durham. Heer explained how the building offers many opportunities for community, recreational and senior activities, as well as an art center, after school programs and much more.

The most relevant question on everyone’s mind was the cost. The cost to renovate has been budgeted for $7 million, while the cost to build from scratch has been estimated at around $18 million.

take advantage of this opportunity, RSD 13 has every right to put the building up for sale. This may result in an activity we may not like in the middle of where our kids go to school and play.

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Other possibilities are that This project would be a great the building would sit empty investment in our town at a and taxpayers would still be reasonable cost. responsible for its upkeep, or it could be torn down. This is the ultimate in recycling and reusing. Think about how a vibrant community center could add There is another public to the quality of life for all workshop scheduled for residents and perspective Thursday, Sept. 6 at Koresidents of Durham. rn school, and there will be a referendum in December Get involved, get the facts where residents will have the and be prepared to make an chance to vote on the proinformed decision come Deject. cember.

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Aug. 20, 27 – Afternoon Crafting at 1 p.m. Teacup birdfeeders.

Contact: Susan D’Orvilliers, Senior & Social Services Director; sdorvilliers@middlefieldct.org, 860-349-7121.

Sept. 6 – Soup and Salad, noon, at the Durham Activity Center. Noreen Kokoruda and John Michael Parker, candidates for the 101st district, plan to speak. RSVP is required for events. Call 860349-3153.

Medicare Boot Camp: Tuesday, Sept. 11, 6 p.m., Middlefield Community Center. For those 65 and over.

Senior Lunches: Monday, Wednesday and Friday for residents of Middlefield and Rockfall, 60 years or older. Senior Lunches are served For more information, call Monday and Wednesday, at noon, at the Durham Activity 860-349-7121. Center. A fee is charged. Volunteer’s Needed: The Middlefield Senior Advisory Wii Bowling is scheduled Board has one position for Mondays, 11 a.m., at the open. The board supports Durham Activity Center. programs and activities of Knit2Together is scheduled the Senior Center. Members for Tuesdays, 9 a.m., at the help with programming, Durham Activity Center. events and projects. For more information, contact Bridge Night is planned for Sue D’Orvilliers at 860-349Fridays, 6:15 p.m., at the 7121. Durham Activity Center. Senior Exercise Classes are scheduled Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 and 10 a.m., at the Durham Activity Center. For more information, call 860-349-3153.

Programs: Friday, Sept. 7, Foot Care Clinic; Monday, Sept. 10, Senior Advisory Board meeting; Tuesday, Sept. 11, 6:30 p.m., Medicare Boot Camp; Wednesday, Sept. 19, noon, Changes to the Law, Power of Attorney

presentation by Ed Lang. Lunch Volunteers Needed: The Senior Center is in need of volunteers to serve lunch. Senior meals are served Monday, Wednesday and Friday. To volunteer, contact Sue D’Orvilliers at 860-349-7121. Renter’s Rebate: Call 860349-7121 to schedule an appointment for renter’s rebate. Income limits are: Single/widowed $35,300 and married $43,000. This limit includes your Social Security and other income combined. Walk with a Doc: First and third Saturday of each month at Peckham Park, 9 to 10 a.m. Walk with Dr. Michael Kalinowski. Weekly Fun Excursions (Middlefield & Durham Senior Bus): Tuesday, Aug. 21, Explore downtown Mystic, lunch at S&P Oyster House; Wednesday, Aug. 22, Bridge of Flowers, Shelbourne Gall, Mass, lunch at Blue Rock Restaurant. Out-of-County Medical: To book an out-of-county medical trip, call 860-349-0212, 48 hours notice is required.

Bridge: Thursdays and Fridays, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., at the Middlefield Senior Center. Knowledge of bridge is required.

Senior & social service hours: Monday and Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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Knit2gether: All levels of experience welcome. Thursdays, 9:30 a.m., at the Middlefield Community Center. Accepting donations of yarn.

Durham 60+ Travel has scheduled the following trips. The public is welcome.

Seeking program or trip ideas: We are looking for new and exciting programs and trips to offer at the Senior Center. Contact Susan D’Orvilliers, 860-3497121; sdorvilliers@middlefieldct.org.

Sept. 27 – Harts Turkey Train.

Weekly Exercise: Led by Sue Schade, Middlefield Community Center, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 7:45 a.m. Monday and Friday is regular exercise class, Wednesday is yoga. Newsletter: Interested in receiving our new and improved Senior & Social Services newsletter? Email sdorvilliers@middlefield-

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ingford, was one of the designers in a group of women from the North Haven Women’s Congregational Fellowship who designed “It’s All About Balance,” a flamingothemed bra featuring pink feathers.

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“It’s a flamingo that represents balance and getting balance back into your life after you’ve been hit by the storm of breast cancer,” she said. “My best friend was an art teacher in Southington and she died of metastasized breast cancer, way too young.”

Gladkosky said her best friend would have loved the Art Bra event, which inspired her to create a bra along with the North Haven church group. The inspired “balance” bra was sold during the auction for more than $1,000. Other designs included a Harry Potter-themed bra called “Griffindor House Cups,” shown after the first male model of the night, Brian Hubbs, who sported a pink cow girl-styled bra called “Nice Rack.” The models danced out in

the artists’ creations to a variety of music coordinating with the individuallythemed bras. A raffle was also held for a selection of bras displayed on tables throughout the event hall. More than 500 people attended the 10th anniversary celebration. “It’s a lot of fun, it’s a lot of laughs,” Willett said. “There are times where we do remember those survivors that we have lost that have fought a hard battle.” akus@record-journal.com 203-317-2448 Twitter: @KusReporter

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Living on the edge (a smidge) at the Ridge I am so proud of myself. Recently I was brave for about five minutes. Okay, maybe it was only two minutes. But still. You may recall my previous trepidation regarding the upcoming outing that my place of employment was going to have for us. It seemed that any ideas that were tossed about did not sit well with me.

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I would say, that a person of my years was willing to give this a go. Because no one I arrived just in time to see who was over 25 and of my young co-workers, and sound mind, would ever give No, I cannot be in an Escape they are all young, heading this venture a second, or Room because that claustro- up to the top of the hill. I even a first, thought. I was a phobia was sure to kick in. lagged behind, assessing the little scared, but not that Maybe a zip line, but I am situation as I lumbered much. It was the calm before not a fan of heights, so that along. The slope did not the storm, I realized later! I one was pretty iffy. Paintlook all that steep. It seemed did tend to ball up into a litball? That might smart, and like a real possibility that I tle knot when I saw the opmore than just a little. would get to the bottom of it erator squirt something on I was beginning to think I’m all in one piece. So I grabbed the bottom of everyone’s a tube, put on a helmet, and tubes so that they would go not all that much fun. made sure not to read the faster. I asked him to skip It was finally decided that we posted list about the possimine, but he said that would would spend the evening at ble dangers. That would only make me stop mid-way. Powder Ridge. There would have been a show-stopper. That did not seem like a be some mighty fine eating, good idea, so I opted for the I finally reached the top, afand I’m always up for that. squirting. a considerable amount of ter My colleagues told me that huffing and puffing. My we could go tubing. Not on Oh, and did I mention that young friends were surwater, but on “fake snow.” I this contraption was moving, prised, and rather delighted, thought that might be doable.

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One of my comrades later told me that I looked petrified. I was. And I thought for sure that I was going to go hurdling off into the bushes, because it seemed I was veering to the right a lot. At that point I thought landing in the bushes sounded good, because at least that meant I had stopped. The biggest surprise, though, and it wasn’t a good one, was the beating my tailbone took. Ow, ow,

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Well, not quite. I think I broke the sound barrier, I was going so fast, and I feared that my limbs would go flying off.

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And then the operator gave everyone’s tube a shove, and off we flew. And I do mean flew. I had been of the mind that I could more or less just mosey down the slope, admiring the scenery, maybe pick a few flowers by the wayside.

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ow, ow, ow! More than once I wondered what I had gotten myself into, and I was wishing I could turn the clock back just a little, to a time when I was on terra firma. But I made it safely to the bottom, intact, with no body parts left on the slope. I was so pleased with myself for having stepped outside of my teensy weensy comfort zone, and I spent a considerable amount of time crowing about it. “I went tubing, I went tubing,” I shouted to anyone within earshot. My young friends asked me if I would do it again. No. But I was so glad that I did it. I guess it’s good to get off the couch every now and then. And there you have it. My five minutes of courage. Alright, two minutes – if that. I’m thinking I might tackle that zip line next.

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Free event for children with heart defects set for Sept. 9 The American Heart Association has scheduled the sixth “Little Heart Hero Day”, an event for children with congenital heart defects

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tive secretary to the superintendent, at 860-349-7200 ext. 240 or mmaloney@ rsd13.org. Information on this event can be found on our homepage: www.rsd13ct.org. We will be welcoming all faculty and staff back to

school on Friday, Aug. 24 for convocation. Convocation 2018 will collectively reaffirm our commitment to student achievement, well-being and engagement; our three goal areas. This is also a time for us to formally introduce and acknowledge our teacher of the year, Mr. Tim Fisher, director of bands at Cogin-

chaug Regional High School. Mr. Fisher exemplifies the pledge of our mission statement, “Through engagement in authentic learning all Regional School District 13 students are empowered to thrive and contribute as global citizens.” Mr. Fisher’s music room is a place where students feel safe and welcome, where they bring their very best effort each day. Together, conductor and musicians understand that their collective passion and commitment

creates an impact that is far greater than anything they could create individually. Mr. Fisher’s skilled influence engages his students. On the stage, in the community or in the classroom student empowerment is palpable.

Aug. 29. Questions about back-to-school information can be found on our website or by calling any of our schools directly. Everyone in RSD 13 is here to assure a smooth transition and a successful school year for our students.

This connection exemplifies who we are and what we believe in Regional School District 13.

— Kathryn Y. Veronesi, Ed.D. is Superintendent of Schools for Regional District 13.

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tion. Aug. 25, 2 p.m., grades K and up. Registration is required.

time. Thursdays, 5 p.m., on the town green. All ages welcome.

Library hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Minecraft Mondays. Aug. 20, 27, 2 p.m., ages 9 and up. Devices and accounts limited, bring your own if possible.

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Programs for adults:

Levi E. Coe Library

The Great American Folk Song Revival with Caroline Doctorow. Monday, Aug 20, 7 p.m. A tribute to the songwriters of the ‘60s. Registration is required.

Library hours – Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The library is scheduled to be closed Monday, Sept. 3 (Labor Day). Levi E. Coe plans to reopen on Saturdays beginning Sept. 8.

Director Cyndi Shirshac Retirement Reception. Saturday, Aug. 25, 2 to 4 p.m. All are welcome.

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