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Sunny start to 10th annual Farmers Market By Bailey Wright Town Times

Durham’s 10th annual Farmers Market was welcomed to town with sunny skies and warm weather for its opening day of the 2019 season. “You could not ask for a better day for the opening of our market,” Market Master Jon Scagnelli said of the May 16 start. About 19 vendors showed up the first day, a number which Scagnelli expects to grow as the season goes on. All vendors are ConAl Kostuk cooks kettle corn at the Durham Farmers necticut-based and as local Market on opening day, May 16. as possible. | Bailey Wright, Town Times Middletown resident Janet Hayn said she’s been bringing her littlest family members to the market for a few years, visiting most weeks when the weather is nice. Last week, she and Eleanor,

4, of Durham, went straight to Chet’s Italian Ice to enjoy some strawberry Italian ice. Longtime resident Simone Howe was happy seeing some new vendors, and all her favorites back again for

a “wonderful” opening day. Frank Andrew’s Mobile Kitchen wood fired pizza was back for another season and offering $10 pies on opening day to celebrate 10 years of the Farmers Market and 10 years of their pizza-making. The business, coowned by Max DeMusis, has been doing the market for more than five years. Also back for another season were Al Kostuk and his Pisgah Mountain Primitives kettle corn, Dondero Orchards and Starlight Gardens, along with Sweet Sage Bakery. Kostuk said he’s been selling at the market since its beginning, and that this year’s opening was the largest yet. New faces and foods like

Maurice “Mo” Jenkins of Eleanor, 4, with family member Janet Hayn at the Durham Farmers Market. | Bailey Wright, Town Times See Market, A7

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Changes proposed to kennel regulations The regulations would apply to commercial animal kennels, breeding establishNew regulations are almost ments, animal training facilifinalized for commercial an- ties, animal grooming faciliimal kennels in Durham, but ties, animal day-care facilithe Planning and Zoning ties and veterinarian faciliCommission was forced to ties, specifically related to continue the public hearing dogs and cats. until next month’s meeting No overnight boarding while awaiting approval would be allowed for any from state agencies. use, expect veterinarian hosDue to revisions made at its pitals for “overnight medical May 1 meeting, the commis- care.” sion had to resubmit the proposed special regulations The minimum parcel size for animal kennels, breeding esto the RiverCOG and South Central Regional Council of tablishments, training facilities and day-care facilities Governments before it would be 10 acres in resicould officially enact the dential zones and 7 acres in new regulations. As of the commission’s May 15 meet- commercial and industrial zones. Grooming and veteriing, only one had responded, halting a final vote. Both narian facilities would rehad previously approved the quire a minimum of 5 acres for residential zones, but original draft. have no acreage requireThe new regulations outline ment in commercial or inthe requirements an applidustrial zones. cant would need to meet beThese new rules also restrict fore they submit a special outdoor hours of operations permit application, which – for activities like running would still need to be preand training – to between 8 sented to, and approved by, the commission. See Kennel, A15 By Bailey Wright Town Times

Road work set to begin By Bailey Wright Town Times

Road work is expected to begin next week on Higganum Road and Coe Road in Durham, with road closures expected through the fall. Higganum Road improvements are scheduled to begin Memorial Day week, with the road at Fowler Brook — about 1,000 feet east of Cherry Lane – closed as of the week of June 3, un-

til the week of Sept. 16. Empire Paving, Inc. of North Haven won the town’s bid for road improvements including hot mix asphalt wedge paving areas, overlay and full depth replacement areas, culvert replacement, guiderail replacement, signage and stormwater drainage system improvements. During the bidding process See Road, A14

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Lino’s Market for sale; owner looks to step back By Bailey Wright Town Times

Lino’s Market is for sale, but owner Lino Aparo says closing is not an option. After 25 years of almost nonstop work, Aparo said he’s ready for a personal change. He’s looking for a new owner for the Durham market so he can step back from the business and spend valuable time with his family and teenage kids.

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“This business is good, but when you do so much, after 25 years, it catches up to you,” Aparo said. “I don't want to be in a position years later regretting that I didn't take the time with my family.”

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Lyman Orchards donation Every fall, thousands of visitors travel to Lyman Orchards to get lost in their famous 4-acre corn maze. This seasonal tradition makes a major impact on a great cause by donating $1 from each admission to the American Cancer Society.

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man Orchards. “When we launched our first maze in 2000, we did not know what to expect. That our loyal guests have helped us to raise nearly $600,000 to aid in the fight against cancer is awesome.”

In addition, Lyman Orchards made donations to other charities which totaled $8,300. Four local charities provided volunteers who The 2018 Dancing with the worked as “Corn Cops” in Stars-themed maze generat- the maze and helped guests ed a donation of $28,549, find their way through the and Lyman Orchards is near- iconic Mirror Ball trophy-ining $600,000 in total donaspired design. These organitions to the charity since the zations include Middletown corn maze’s inception in High School DECA, Con2000. necticut Alzheimer’s Association, Coginchaug Regional “We are thrilled that our High School’s French Honor corn mazes have created such an immense impact on Society and Mark T. Sheehan’s Music Department. a fantastic organization like the American Cancer SociThis year’s corn maze runs ety,” said John Lyman III, ex- Aug. 31 through Nov. 3. ecutive vice president, Ly-

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Memorial Day Parade The Durham Memorial Day Parade will take place on Monday, May 27. The parade will step off at 9:15 a.m. at the corner of Haddam Quarter Road and Main Street and continue down Main Street to the Durham Town Green. Parade participants should assemble at the corner between 8:15 and 8:30. The parade will take place rain or shine. The Durham/Middlefield VFW will have a wagon that will be used to seat and transport veterans during the parade. Veterans are encouraged to assemble for the parade at Haddam Quarter Road and Main Street. Immediately following the parade, a ceremony will be held on the Town Green

honoring our nation’s servicemen and servicewomen. Organizations wishing to participate in the parade should contact Parade Chairman Bob Francis at 610-295-3904 or rfranwp80@ yahoo.com. Also, if you know of a current Durham or Middlefield resident who is presently serving in the military, please alert the parade chairman.

Rabies/vaccine clinic A rabies/vaccine clinic will be held Saturday June 8, 2 to 4 p.m., at Berlin Animal Control, 600 Christian Lane, Berlin. The clinic is open to all Connecticut residents. There is a $15 charge. Dogs must be leashed. Cats must be in carriers For more information, call 860-8287055.

Coginchaug Area Transition As the Coginchaug Area Transition Giving Garden working group moves forward with the Durham-Middlefield Giving Garden at the Middlefield Community Center, we would like to invite anyone interested to come to every-other-month open meetings to chart the way forward into more exciting programs leading to sustainability in our communities. We are hoping to have regular community CAT gatherings planned by and for the people who live here. Come join us. For further information, contact Carol Bufithis at 860-209-8497, Joanne Nytch at 860-682-5375 or Nancy Winship Poole at 860539-1466.

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about 17 years ago, the store cut down to six-day weeks, but Aparo said he’s still working at least 12 hours a day.

Emerson College, Boston has named Julia LaRosa to its dean’s list for the spring semester. Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, N.H., has named Megan Decker to its president’s list for the winter term.

Aparo said his decision to sell has nothing to do with the town or public officials, whom he says have always been open to work with him as a business owner. Durham is “for business, it's not against business owners,” he said. Aparo said stepping back from the business will be sad, but he will still be living in town, and would like to keep working in some capacity.

Adult education Adult education offers free high school completion programs and English as a second language classes to Durham and Middlefield residents. Enrollment is free and students may register at any time. Day and evening classes are available in Middletown, Killingworth and Old Saybrook. For more information, call 860-343-6044.

Lino Aparo, owner of Lino’s Market, 472 Main St. in Durham, poses in his store. Aparo has listed the business for sale, hoping a new owner can take over operations. Bailey Wright, Town Times

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“I am grateful for the business (patrons have) given me, my family, myself, for 25 years. Very thankful,” Aparo said. “We're blessed to have customers like we have.”

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Aparo said he doesn’t have a timeline for finding a new Lino's Market, 472 Main St. in Durham, is for sale, but owner, but if this route owner Lino Aparo is hoping the new owner will keep the doesn’t pan out, he’ll reconcurrent business running as is. Bailey Wright, Town Times sider the options. For now, closing is not on the table.

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Veterans unite in Durham By Bailey Wright Town Times

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Veterans living at the Twin Maples Health Care Facility in Durham were celebrated Wednesday, May 15 with a breakfast, flag folding ceremony and a visit from the American Disabled War Veterans Foundation.

First Selectman Laura Francis also attended.

The event was planned in conjunction with National Skilled Nursing Care week and fit into Twin Maples’ theme this year of “living soulfully.” “We thought about all the things that have meaning to us and what fulfills our soul and one of the things that's most meaningful to us is our veterans ... and honoring them was important,” facility administrator Amy Bentley said. State Commander of the Jewish War Veterans, Morty Pear, and members of the American Disabled War Veterans Foundation led the flag folding ceremony,

Open house Kalmia Garden Music & Arts, 159 Middlefield Road, Durham, is hosting an open house on Saturday, June 8, 2 to 6 p.m. Enjoy flower and vegetable garden tours with Tim Gastler, live music, a walk through the spirit garden arboretum, and more.

Administrators said the veterans were emotional, even tearful, getting to speak with other servicemen.

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Seniors Middlefield Community Center Senior & Social Services will be closed Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. AARP Safe Driver Course: Tuesday, June 11, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members. Call 860-349-7121 to register. June Book Club: Join us Tuesday June 4 at 1 p.m. to discuss My Sister’s Keeper, by Jodi Picoult. Copies available at the Levi E. Coe Library. Renter’s Rebate: Renter’s Rebate is available through Oct. 1. To qualify, an applicant’s income cannot exceed $36,000 if single or $43,000 if

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Mugger’s Marrow and Chatfield Hollow Farms’ mushrooms graced the crowd this year and Higganum artist Quinn Miller provided live music as patrons perused the tables.

TOPS: Taking Off Pounds Sensibly meets Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at the Middlefield Community Center. Call 860-349-7121 for more information. Bridge: Bridge players are invited to the Middlefield Senior Center Thursdays and Fridays, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., for ongoing bridge games. Prior knowledge of bridge is required.

Scagnelli said new parking was opened next to the Durham Fair building, with new signs – featuring a new Farmers’Market logo – to direct traffic.

Knit2gether: Do you know how to knit or crochet? Are you interested in learning new skills? Join the Knit2gether group Thursdays, 9:30 a.m., at the Middlefield Community Center.

“This gives opportunity for people to come closer to the market and they’ll be less inclined to drive right by,” Scagnelli said. Parking also is available on the Durham Fairgrounds.

Hours: The Senior & Social Services Department is open Monday and Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; and Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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‘Diabolique’: Seeing it once just won’t do By Bronwyn Commins

The neighbor who provides a distraction from the deed When I had an apartment in via his constant complainMiddletown many years ago, ing about water that runs I used to go to the Russell too deep have no idea how Library every weekend and prophetic his observations check out a French movie, become. just to hear the sound of The murder is planned with that beautiful language. Martha Stewart-style perfecThose euphonic tones typition. There is a an alibi, poically belie anything diaboli- son for the victim, even a cal, but then you see a nylon tablecloth that suits movie like Diabolique, and the decor of the murderers. you realize how perfect the For the rest of the film, we choice of title really is, keep our focus on the swimwhich is why I was thrilled ming pool with the same into have found this movie on tensity of Christina, and the shelves of the Durham then, there is a school phoLibrary. Seeing it once is just to. We now go from the not enough. criminal to the seemingly Set in a small private school, paranormal. the story reminds us that Aside from the cigarette that Bronwyn Commins, a movie those we would least susbuff from way back. seems to be attached to pect of criminal activity are Nicole’s mouth, and her don’t give up. There is an often the most inclined to gruff exterior, there is nothending that is worth waiting be seduced by it, pardon the ing to reveal her as a murfor. You might even join me pun. derer. in the wish to see it more The owner of the school, Christina, more fragile in than once. Christina, and Nicole, one of her disposition, is a sweet (Please note that there is the teachers, plot to kill and gentle teacher, yet the Christina’s husband, who guilt that consumes her puts some swearing in the film. If you want to avoid any happens to be the principal. them both at risk of suspiAs with a Hitchcock film, cion. Ultimately, those char- heavy-duty swears, turn off the subtitles during the scene there is a brilliant sequence acters are more complex in the attic toward the end of of twists and turns, all com- than we know, not not just the film, but make sure you plemented by excessive in demeanor, but also in turn them back on again afsmoking and a humor-inmotivation. ter that.) fused route to the crime. The film slows at times, but

Letters to the Editor Never forget Editor : As the family members of veterans, we hold a special place in our hearts for the parents, siblings, spouses and friends of those who served. We cannot help but think of all the men and women who have gone to fight for this great nation and did not return home. While we are all guilty of celebrating the unofficial start of summer and encouraging each other to “have a good weekend,” it is impor-

tant to remember the reason for the holiday. Memorial Day is the day Americans set aside to honor those brave men and women who met tragic ends while defending our freedom. It is our duty to honor their sacrifices, to pray for their families and to bow our heads in recognition of their service. On National Poppy Day, May 24, American Legion Auxiliary members across the state and the country will be distributing poppies as a tribute to our fallen

warriors. We, the Department of CT, invite residents to stop by and see us and to receive a poppy to wear in remembrance of those who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. We must never forget. The poppy, which bloomed on the battlefields of France after World War I, has grown to become an internationally-known and -recognized symbol of the lives sacrificed in war and the hope that none died in vain. See Letters, A16

There is no education like adversity Sometimes life can seem like an uphill battle, I know. More valleys than peaks. Luckily, those peaks do always manage to roll around again. And I found some people who are happy to remind us of that. Here are quotes from those among us who see the sunny side of life. I thought they might give your day a little boost. (I don’t know all of these people, but I do like everybody’s take on life.)

“Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.” (John Wooden)

“Discouragement and failure are two of the surest stepping stones to success.” (Dale Carnegie)

“I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” (Michael Jordan)

“Once you choose hope, anything is possible.” (Christopher Reeve)

“If there is no struggle there is no progress.” (Frederick Douglass)

“Light tomorrow with today.” (Elizabeth Barrett Browning) “The dreamers are the saviors of the world.” (James Allen)

“Defeat is simply a signal “Most great people have attained their greatest suc- to press onward.” (Helen cess one step beyond their Keller) greatest failure.” “Rise above the storm (Napoleon Hill) and you will find the sunshine.” (Mario Fernandez) “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” “The best is yet to be.” (Abraham Lincoln) (Robert Browning) “The first step is you have “Life has no limitations to say that you can.” (Will except the ones you Smith) make.” (Les Brown) “Only those who dare to “Believe you can and fail greatly can ever you’re halfway there.” achieve greatly.” (Robert (Theodore Roosevelt) Kennedy) “If I persist long enough I “Life is 10 percent what happens to me and 90 will win.” (Og Mandino) percent how I react to it.” (Charles R. Swindoll) “In the middle of a difficulty lies opportunity.” (Albert Einstein)

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Toll bill complexity could delay General Assembly vote Connecticut lawmakers and Gov. Ned Lamont are trying to craft a complicated plan in the waning days of the legislative session that could lead to electronic tolls on a handful of highways, a pro-

cess that’s been made more challenging by the need to ultimately obtain federal approval. Democratic House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz of Berlin, a toll proponent, suggested Monday that the General Assembly might return to Hart-

cover specific costs and later generate additional money for ongoing maintenance. Some states have installed limited electronic tolls on a lane or two, creating special expressways to address traffic congestion on portions of the roadway. In contrast, “It is an incredibly complex Connecticut is looking at bill to write,” he said. “This is tolls on existing highways the type of issue I’d like to statewide. get done before we adjourn. But I wouldn’t be opposed “I’m not aware that anybody else has done it this way. It’s to coming back into special a little bit like a unicorn,” session too. It’s that imporsaid Patrick Jones, a toll suptant to the state.” porter and executive director The plan currently calls for and CEO of the International roughly 50 tolls on busy InBridge, Tunnel and Turnpike terstates 84, 91, 95 and Association, referring to Route 15, in hopes of gener- Connecticut’s approach to ating an estimated $928 mil- implementing tolls. lion in annual gross revenues for transportation im- Federal law over the years provements. The push has mostly barred the addicomes decades after Contion of tolls to existing internecticut removed the state’s states. But Connecticut is old toll booths in the midseeking to do just that under 1980s following a deadly toll the FHWA’s Value Pricing Pilot Program, which allows plaza crash. tolling and other pricing Connecticut’s approach to mechanisms to manage conresurrecting tolls is relatively gestion on highways, typicalunique. Most other states in- ly charging higher rates durstalled tolls years ago for ing busy commuting times “greenfield projects,” new in hopes of encouraging roads, bridges or tunnels drivers to vary their driving that used the revenue to ford for a special legislative session to vote on tolls, considering talks are still going on between lawmakers, Lamont’s administration and the Federal Highway Administration. The regular session ends June 5.

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The lack of a final bill so late in the legislative session and details about hot-button issues such as the exact number and location of tolling gantries and how much of a discount Connecticut drivers might receive, has helped to fuel criticism about the process. The governor originally supported only tolling big trucks like in Rhode Island. He has since put his support behind broad-based tolling and recently sent a letter to the General Assembly seeking support of tolls and expressing willingness to comproSee Tolls, A14

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Gastler Farm is looking for local volunteers to work 3hour weekly shifts with farmer Tim Gastler on his 5acre vegetable/flower farm at 159 Middlefield Road in Durham. Members of the supportthe-farm team can reap benefits from their labors by learning about organic horticultural farming and sharing in the bounty of fresh, local produce. For more information, or to volunteer, contact Tim Gastler at 860-349-1515, or Anne Cassady at 860-3498594.

Vocal Chords The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords rehearses on Tuesdays, 6:45 to 9 p.m., at St. Francis Church, 10 Elm St., Middletown. For more information, call 860-3423120 or visit vocalchords20.org.

Parenting talks Klingberg Family Centers has scheduled Foster & Adoptive Parent Information Sessions for the first and third Wednesday, and

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Friday Experience The Sound of Soul!: May 24, 7:30 p.m. Eckankar Temple of Connecticut, corner of Rt. 66 and Harvestwood Road, Middlefield. Faery Fridays for Children: May 24, 4 to 5 p.m. The Red Barn, 352 Main St., Durham.

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Strawberry festival Cheshire’s Strawberry Festival and Craft Fair, now more than 80 years old, returns on Saturday, June 8. It will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Church Green in front of the First Congregational Church in the center of Cheshire. Admission is free, and free parking is available behind the church or behind Town Hall across the street. For more information, visit CheshireStrawberryFestival.com.

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mise on a plan. Lamont promised that peak toll rates would be set at 4.4 cents per mile, plus-or-minus 1.3 cents, to “allow the DOT the flexibility to ensure ultimately approval by the federal DOT.” He said the rates would be frozen for three years and there would be various dis-

Girl Scout Troop 62092 is working on their Bronze Award, and one of their projects is helping at the Durham-Middlefield Giving Garden by building and planting a raised bed. Produce from the Giving Garden will be donated to people in need of access to fresh, organic produce in our communities. Above: Hope Grammatteo, Julia Muro, Addisen Buckheit, Lindsey Joy, Ashley Crouch, Emma Painter and leader Kristy King. Below: Dr. Mike Kalinowski and his son David repurpose some discarded wood pallets into a composting system for the Giving Garden.

Opponents of the toll plans held a rally at the state Capitol over the weekend that was attended by about 1,500 people.

publican Leader Len Fasano of North Haven said that toll proponents are “talking about passing a plan that doesn’t exist” and then figuring out the details later.

“Every day we hear a new scheme, as they’re wheeling and dealing and trying to cobble together votes from the Democrat majority,” Rep. Laura Devlin of Fairfield, the top House Republican on the Transportation Committee, said at the rally.

“This is about transparency. If you’ve got a plan, have the guts to put it in front of us,” he said. “Let us read it. Let’s have a public hearing on it. Let us see it, and let the people in front of us and others be a judge if that is the right plan.”

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He argues the regulation, with this setback, is a way to say the town allows these uses, but then excludes most properties from even qualifying. Other commission members noted some level of setback is important for safety, but 150 feet isn’t necessary, and that the ultimate issue of noise control wouldn’t be solved by more acreage, since sound will travel without soundproofing measures anyway. Commercial kennels previously appeared under the

agriculture section of the zoning regulations, but in December the commission decided to remove the usage from the regulations entirely, with the intent to add them back in as a special exemption. The special exception process would allow the commission to conduct a more detailed review of any future kennel plan, including adding conditions or requirements on the applicant in order to gain approval, according to commission chairman Frank DeFelice.

The change comes after multiple residents have complained of noise at a dog training facility already in town, in the area of Dunn Hill Road and Wallingford Road. According to monthly reports obtained by the Freedom of Information Act, Resident State Trooper Larry Morello talked with resident(s) regarding complaints of dog training facilities in town at least four times between July and October last year. In October, the issue was

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