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Friday, November 30, 2012

Officials praise town for emergency preparedness

By Stephanie Wilcox Town Times

In his post-storm report to the Board of Selectmen at its meeting Nov. 19, Durham’s Emergency Management Director Francis Willett gave glowing remarks about the emergency management team and how well communications and preparedness unfolded during Sandy.

“We had a good response mechanism. It’s not perfect,

but it’s light years ahead,” Willett said, referring to Storms Irene and Alfred in 2011. “We’re getting old hat at this.”

In fact, Willett said Durham was the first town in the state at zero percent power outages. Power was restored to all residents of Durham within 72 hours after the storm hit. Additionally, Willett said Durham was top three in Valley Shore Emergency Commu-

nications, a regional dispatch center, in terms of response.

Willett spoke about the decision to not open the emergency shelter at the high school.

“If you can safely get food and fuel,” opening the shelter isn’t deemed necessary, he said. “We have to be firm in if we open the shelter or not.”

Residents who needed overnight accommodations

were given the option to utilize the regional shelter at Haddam-Killingworth Middle School.

Resident Donia Viola said, during public comment that she was displeased with the sudden change in shelter location. She called emergency communications “a failure.”

Viola also was unhappy with the town’s decision not to send an emergency alert for a Hazmat (hazardous ma-

terials) situation on Oak Terrace that happened during the storm, which First Selectman Laura Francis reported on at the meeting.

“When a utility pole goes down and fluid leaks, the protocol is to call DEEP (Department of Energy & Environmental Protection) and treat it as a Hazmat call,” Francis said in a phone call after the meeting. She said many poles can leak oily See Storm, page 10

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The scouts treated her to a homemade pie to round out the 100th year of girl scouting.

Staff Sgt. Dan Nolan visited Elizabeth Hadlock’s third and fourth grade class at John Lyman School recently to share his military experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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She also served four years in the U.S. Navy as a Lt. Commander and Medical Doctor.

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The Middlefield Elks held its Durham Middlefield Night recently to announce its annual award winners.

The Middlefield Fire Fighter of the Year was Paul Valvo. He is a 24-year member who has served on the Board of Directors of the Valley Shore Communication Center. He is continually one of Middlefield’s top responders and a valuable member of the department.

Durham Ambulance Person of the Year was Scott Wright. He has been a mem-

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Consultant honored for work with Durham trails

By Laurie Rich Salerno Special to the Town Times An engineering consultant was awarded the state’s GreenCircle Award Nov. 26 for creating more than 10 miles of trails at Millers Pond State Park in Durham.

Jon Petersen, who lives in Middletown but has his office in Wallingford, is one of 19 individuals and businesses the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection honored at a ceremony at the organization’s headquarters in Hartford on Monday, according to spokeswoman Cyndy Chanaca.

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Petersen is a volunteer steward for Millers Pond State Park and has cleared, maintained and designed the layout of trails at the park — completing more than 10 miles of new trails over the last five years.

To create the trails, Petersen said he walked miles of the park with a GPS device, flagging the path and then walking it with others.

Together they would make revisions, and then he and other volunteers would clear the area.

“The number one is just being creative, being outdoors, the ability to carve the landscape,” Petersen said of making trails. “You basically have a vision, and building the trails lets you realize that vision.”

The 43-year-old is an avid mountain biker, who in addition to his day job as a me-

chanical heating, ventilation and air conditioning engineer runs a popular mountain biking website.

The site is called BikeRag.com and features reviews and often self-made maps of trails throughout the country, along with biking forums, classifieds and other information.

An affinity for biking and other outdoor sports fueled his interest in expanding the trail system at Millers Pond and other parks throughout the state. He said he has worked on trails at the Tyler Mill Preserve in Wallingford, particularly cleaning

up after storms. Recently he has been approached to create trails in North Madison and Powder Ridge in Middlefield, as well.

Petersen took over the Millers Pond trail project from a friend who started it, he said, after showing up for a trail day at the park and getting hooked.

“They pretty much gave me the keys to the project,” Petersen said.

Prior to his work, Petersen said the park had just one blue-blazed trail, but now has a number of different loops and other offshoots for recreational activities

such as mountain biking, trail running and hiking.

Todd Stewart of Durham volunteered with Peterson to clear the way for the trails and lauded his dedication to the project. He said the volunteers cut all the trails by hand, using a variety of different hand tools — shovels, rakes, pickaxes and chainsaws.

“A few years later, we have quite a trail network that’s multi-use and popular,” Stewart said. “Without Jon we would have never gotten it done.”

Laurie Salerno is a reporter for the Record Journal.

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Town Times Friday, November 30, 2012 Bridge Night - Come join in at the Durham Activity Center every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. for a fun night of bridge. If you are not sure how to play, Jim will teach you. You may call Jim at (860) 346-6611 with bridge questions. Call Durham Recreation at (860) 343-6724 with further questions.

Holiday party – A Durham senior holiday party will be held Friday, Dec. 7, at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St., from noon to 2 p.m. Reservation is required. Call Sherry at (860) 343-6724 for reservations.

Bring your favorite holiday baked goods to share.

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Tot Time - The MOMS Club of Durham-Middlefield meets every Friday at the Middlefield Community Center at 10 a.m. Babies, toddlers and children of Durham and Middlefield are welcome. For more information, email momsdurhammiddlefield@gmail.com.

Bridge Night - Come join in at the Durham Activity Center every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. for a fun night of bridge. If you are not sure how to play, Jim will teach you. You may call Jim at (860) 346-6611 with bridge questions. Call Durham Recreation at (860) 343-6724 with further questions.

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Saturday

Community Round-Up – The annual Community Round-Up Food Drive sponsored by RSD13 and the Local Wellness Council is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 1, from 9 a.m. to noon.

Teams of students with adults will visit your neighborhood to collect food, grocery gift cards or cash donations. Leave food by the front door or send a donation if you will not be home.

Tree lighting – The Durham tree lighting on the green will be held Saturday, Dec. 1, at 4 p.m.

Holiday bazaar – The United Churches of Durham has scheduled its holiday bazaar for Saturday, Dec. 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Fellowship Hall, 228R Main St., Durham.

This year’s bazaar will feature country crafts, homemade goodies, holiday greenery, baked goods, candies, gift baskets, jewelry and a White Elephant room sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 270.

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Sunday

Holiday concert - The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, under the direction of Gina Fredericks, will hold its 23rd winter holiday concert entitled “Songs of the Holiday” Sunday, Dec. 2, at 2 p.m., at Portland High School, 95 High St. For tickets, call (860) 347-2787 or (860) 342-3120. For more information, visit vocalchords20.org.

Tree lighting - The Middlefield tree lighting on the green will be held Sunday, Dec. 2, at 5 p.m.

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Monday

Women’s hike - Women of the Woods has scheduled a hike for Monday, Dec. 3, at 1 p.m., at Guida Farm in Middletown. The hike is one to two miles. For more information, directions and to pre-register, contact Lucy at (860) 395-7771, lucy@ WomenoftheWoods.org or visit www.WomenoftheWoods.org.

Durham Senior Lunches - Every Monday and Wednesday, hot lunches are available for seniors over 60

and their spouses at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St. Following the lunch on Monday is game time, which includes billiards, Wii and cards. Bingo starts at 1 p.m. on Wednesday. For pricing info and to make a reservation, call Amanda Pedersen, senior café manager, at (860) 3493153.

Middlefield Senior Lunches - The Middlefield Senior Café is serving lunch three times a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Reservations are required 24 hours prior, and the monthly menu can be picked up at the center, Town Hall or at www.middlefieldct.org.

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Wednesday

TOPS Meeting - Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets every Wednesday at 6 p.m. on the third floor of the Durham Town Hall. Contact Naomi Klotsko at (860) 349-9558 or Bonnie Olesen at (860) 3499433 for more information.

Knitting group – Local knitters are invited to join Warm Up America the first Wednesday of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St. You may drop in to

knit and chat or you can drop off items you’ve completed.

The group will continue to work on the Warm Up America blankets as well as baby blankets, lap blankets for nursing homes and chemo caps. Dates are Dec. 5, Jan. 2, Feb. 6 and March 6.

For more information or for pattern changes, contact Kim at kgarvis@townofdurhamct.org.

Financial Aid Night The Coginchaug Regional High School Guidance Department has rescheduled the Financial Aid Night to Wednesday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m.

Andrea Oden and Tim Higgins from the Financial Aid Consulting Team of Plainville will present in the auditorium. They will focus on planning and paying for college. Students are encouraged to attend with their parents.

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Friday

Tot Time - The MOMS Club of Durham-Middlefield meets every Friday at the Middlefield Community Center at 10 a.m. Babies, toddlers and children are welcome. For information, email momsdurhammiddlefield@gmail.com.

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Saturday

Hanukkah begins at sundown Bus trip to casino Durham Middlefield Falcons has scheduled a bus trip to Foxwoods Casino, Saturday, Dec. 8, to raise money for new, safer helmets. The bus leaves Allyn Brook in Durham at 4 p.m. and returns at 11 p.m. For price information or to sign up, contact Dan Wheeler at (860) 759-4402 or Carrie Anderson at (860) 301-7315.

Zumbathon - Core Club & 24/7 Gym, 350 Main St., Durham, is an official drop off center for Toys for Tots.

There will be a Zumbathon Saturday, Dec. 8, from 10:30 a.m. to noon, and the fee is a $15 toy or $15 donation for Core Club to buy the toy for you. For more information, call (860) 349-9100.

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Sunday

Informational meeting - Come to an informational meeting to learn more about Biggest Loser Pro Challenge. The fifth season of Biggest Loser Pro Challenge at Core Club & Gym starts Jan. 6, at 350 Main St., Durham. Call (860) 349-9100 for more information. Informational meetings are Sunday, Dec. 9, at 4 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 29, at 10 a.m.

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Friday, November 30, 2012 — Town Times

Celebration honors legendary jazz musician with local ties

By Stephanie Wilcox Town Times

Many Middlefield and Durham residents remember five years ago when legendary jazz musician Dave Brubeck and his quartet put on a once-in-a-lifetime concert at Coginchaug High School.

The event, which raised $50,000 for a host of charitable causes, was the inaugural event for the non-profit organization Jazz’d 4 Life, founded by Brubeck’s daughter and Wallingford resident Catherine Brubeck Yaghsizian and her now late husband Arne, and Middlefield resident Anthony Rinaldo, all long-time friends. “We reach out worldwide and domestically at home, and very locally by helping Camp Farnam in Durham,�

Rinaldo said about the organization.

The concert, held May 2007, “was a pretty big to-do in Durham and Middlefield,�

Rinaldo said.

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Holiday Briefs

Holiday drive

The Probate Court for the District of Middletown has scheduled its 18th annual Holiday Gift Drive. The court serves the towns of Durham, Middlefield, Cromwell and Middletown.

The court will collect gifts for residents for five area health care facilities. Gift wish lists are provided to the court by the staff of the facilities for the residents who do not have family.

The public can stop by the court at 94 Court St., Middletown, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., to pick up a wish list, or call (860) 347-7424.

The Holiday Gift Drive will continue through Friday, Dec. 16

Holiday market The Dudley Farm Farmers Market has scheduled its 17th annual Holiday Market for Saturday, Dec. 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Munger barn, located on the northeast corner of Routes 77 and 80 in North Guilford. Holiday treats and treasurers feature baked goods, arts and crafts, eggs, fibers, fresh holiday greens and trees, honey and maple syrup, jams and jellies, naturally raised meats, pickles and soap.

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Weather permitting, Buster Scranton has planned a maple candy demonstration at 11 a.m.

Visit the Museum between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for the Holiday Open house. Tour the farmhouse decorated for the holidays, and enjoy complementary mulled cider and cookies; visit with St. Nicholas. Holiday music provided by Bowed Psaltery.

Snow date is Saturday, Dec. 8.

Tree lighting The Durham tree lighting on the green, sponsored by the Recreation Committee, will be held Saturday, Dec. 1, at 4 p.m.

The Middlefield tree lighting on the green, sponsored

by Park & Recreation, will be held Sunday, Dec. 2, at 5 p.m.

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The United Churches of Durham has scheduled its holiday bazaar for Saturday, Dec. 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Fellowship Hall, 228R Main St., Durham.

This year’s bazaar will feature country crafts, homemade goodies, holiday greenery, baked goods, candies, gift baskets, jewelry and a White Elephant room sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 270.

Holiday concert The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords, under the direction of Gina Fredericks, will hold its 23rd winter holiday concert entitled “Songs of the Holiday” Sunday, Dec. 2, at 2 p.m., at Portland High School, 95 High St. The MHVC is a non-profit, community-oriented group, with members from central and

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Holiday party A Durham Senior Holiday Party will be held Friday, Dec. 7, at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St., from noon to 2 p.m. Call Sherry at (860) 343-6724 for reservations. Bring your favorite holiday baked goods to share.

Giving tree The annual Christmas Giving Tree, located on the first floor in Durham Town Hall, bears tags that symbolize an item of need for a local family in need.

Residents, service organization and businesses are welcome to choose a tag from the Giving Tree, purchase the gift and return it to the tree. Gifts will be distributed to individuals and families.

Monetary donations may be made payable to Durham Interchurch Assistance, mailed to Town Hall, P.O. Box 428, Durham, 06422, or dropped off at Town Hall, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Volunteers are scheduled to gather at the Durham Activity Center Wednesday, Dec. 19, to pack basket items.

Distribution is planned for Thursday, Dec. 20.

Breakfast with Santa Partnership for Sharing has scheduled its annual Breakfast with Santa for Saturday, Dec. 1, from 8 to 10:30 a.m., at Third Congregational Church, 94 Miner St., Middletown. This is an all-youcan-eat breakfast. A fee is charged. Photos with Santa are available for a fee.

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from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., in the church hall. The main meal will be prepared by Epiphany’s parishioners.

Members of Notre Dame Church will provide desserts.

Epiphany has been sponsoring the free suppers since March 2009 as an outreach program for all, not only those in need. Since then, other local churches and organizations have joined Epiphany in hosting or sponsoring the monthly event, which is open to the public.

For more information, call (860) 349-9644.

The Greater Middletown Concert Association has scheduled a musical gala for Friday, Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wadsworth Mansion, Middletown, to celebrate its 45th anniversary. Tickets include h’ors doeuvres, a buffet dinner, cash bar and a silent auction. For more information, call Gerry at (860) 347-5360 or or email bennet7072@sbcglobal.net.

Community supper Church of the Epiphany, 196 Main St., Durham, has scheduled a free community supper for Sunday, Dec. 9,

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Annual Giving Tree/Open House Books are now on display and available to purchase for the Children’s Room and Young Adult collections at Levi Coe Library. How it works is the librarians choose a selection of books that would benefit both collections. Parents, teens and children browse the books to determine which ones they would like to donate. Patrons pay for donations, take them home, and wrap them up.

The books are then brought back to the library for the Giving Tree/Open House program on Thursday, Dec. 6, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. At

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Reading with a Therapy Dog On Saturday, Dec. 8, at 10:30 a.m. at Levi Coe Library. Registration is required by calling (860 349-3857.

Book signing On Saturday, Dec. 8, from 11 a.m. to noon. Levi E. Coe Library presents a book signing by Sydney Sherman of the CT Ghost Hunters on her new book “You Are Not Alone: Our Loved Ones are Here…You’re Just Not Listening.” Call (860) 349-3857.

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TownOpinion Letters to the Editor

A pledge

To the editor: I offer my sincere appreciation to the residents of Meriden, Cheshire, Middletown, Middlefield and Rockfall who have entrusted me as their next state senator. To represent the citizens of the 13th District in Hartford is truly an honor, and I will serve your interests with the utmost honesty, integrity and transparency.

Once taking office Jan. 9, I will work to further understand and advocate for the unique needs of your respective communities. In order to represent you well, it is important that I hear from you.

Feel free to share your thoughts and concerns by calling me at (203) 440-2272.

I pledge to approach the challenges facing our state with a spirit of respect and bipartisan compromise that I

believe is needed in today’s political climate. While doing so, I will continue to be a passionate voice for working families, fiscal responsibility, education, seniors, women and healthcare. Again, thank you for the privilege of serving as your next state senator.

Dante Bartolomeo State Senator-elect

Humbled To the editor: I want to thank the voters of the 34th District for reelecting me. It is an honor to serve another term as your state senator. I am humbled by the number of people who voted for me. I will continue to work hard to earn your support and respect every day I am on the job and I will continue to try my best to vote in a manner which reflects my district. I also want to thank

those who placed signs on their lawns, donated to my campaign, made phone calls, attended rallies and volunteered their time to my election. It is that type of grass roots support that makes these elections successful.

For those of you who did not support me in the election, I urge you to reach out to me and express your views, as I represent all of the people in my district. In addition, I pride myself on my constituent service and accessibility. Therefore, if I can be of any service, please contact me or my aide, Randa Utter at 800-842-1421.

Once again, I thank everyone for their support and look forward to working with the people of the 34th District.

Leonard A. Fasano State Senator – 34th District

Government Meetings Conservation Commission, 7:30 p.m.

Durham Government Wednesday, Dec. 12 Recreation Committee, Calendar Activity Center, 7 p.m.

(Unless otherwise indicated, all meetings are held in the Durham Library. Check the town website at www.townofdurhamct.org for updates.)

Monday, Dec. 3 Historic District Commission, 7 p.m.

Fire Department Trustees, Durham Vol. firehouse, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 5 Planning & Zoning, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 6 Public Safety Facility Renovations Planning Committee, Durham Volunteer firehouse, 7 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 7 Senior Holiday Party, Activity Center, noon Monday, Dec. 10 Durham Volunteer Fire Company, Durham Volunteer firehouse, 8 a.m.

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

Inland/Wetlands, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 11 Library Board of Trustees, 7:30 p.m.

Board of Education, Korn School, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 13 Zoning Board of Appeals, Town Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Middlefield Government Calendar (Unless otherwise indicated, all meetings are held in the Community Center.)

Monday, Dec. 3 Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 6 Economic Development Commission, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 12 Planning & Zoning Commission, 6:30 p.m.

Board of Education, Korn School, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 13 Board of Finance, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 19 Inland/Wetlands Commission, 7 p.m.

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Town Times Friday, November 30, 2012

Food bank needs The Middlefield Food Bank is low on the following items: soup, canned fruit and baked beans. These items can be dropped off at the Social Services office in the Middlefield Community Center, 405 Main St., during business hours Monday through Friday, or left in the box next to the office anytime. Please do not donate expired, dented and rusted cans. If you have any questions, contact Antoinette Astle at (860) 349-7121.

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Disaster planning and preparedness Like it or not, planning and preparing for extreme weather has become something we cannot ignore or put off until tomorrow. In fact, your public safety and governmental officials, both locally and at the state level, have been working on this each month since the two devastating storms last year.

I’ve addressed this topic in this column before but would like to share some updated information.

One of the first adjustments we made locally was to move the generator from the medical building on the fairgrounds to the town hall.

This has allowed us to move the emergency operation center to the town hall and ensure continuity of governmental operations during a power outage. When the EOC is activated, a unified command is put in place consisting of representatives from emergency management, fire, police, public works, CL&P, RSD13, town government and more. The third floor of the town hall is transformed into a dispatch and call center and briefing

Laura Francis, Durham

From The Desk Of The First Selectman room where weather is monitored, help is dispatched and critical decisions are made.

Briefings are held twice a day.

Other adjustments were made by CL&P. When it was determined that Connecticut would be impacted by the hurricane, a crew was embedded in town to stand ready as soon as they could be safely deployed. Power restoration cannot begin until roads and power lines are clear. Our town liaison had

new tools developed since last year that helped her track and assign crews.

CL&P contracted with private electricians to help customers with connections from the house to the street which during the last two storms was the responsibility of the customer. All of these adjustments helped us restore power more quickly.

In fact, even though we were at one time almost 50 percent out of power, restoration was mostly complete in only two days once our roads were deemed safe to travel.

Our team definitely noticed during this last storm that you have also made some adjustments. Since last year, so many of you have installed generators and become better prepared. We thank you for that and encourage you not to let your guard down. You must be ready to be on your own for at least 48 hours. Services will not be made available until we know you are safe to travel. The level of services that will be made available will depend on the circumSee Preparedness, next page

The flu part I: time to get shot

All too common I hear the phrase “flu-like illness.” The words are tossed around as if they are inconsequential, even commonplace. In truth, influenza is a serious condition. It kills thousands of people in the United States every year, 90 percent of those deaths occurring in patients older than 65 years of age. Now, it has reared its ugly head in the great state of Connecticut.

The Center for Disease Control reports influenza activity in 42 states and the District of Columbia. Since Sept. 30, there have been 1,575 confirmed cases in the United States. For the week of Nov. 4–Nov. 10, 7.5 percent (311 cases) of all specimen received by the CDC tested positive for influenza. This percentage is an increase for

Tanya Feke, M.D.

Rx:Life this time of year when compared to the 2010-2011 and 2011-2012 influenza seasons.

In Connecticut, there have been 39 influenza cases confirmed across five of the eight counties since Aug. 26.

This includes 28 diagnoses in Fairfield, two in Hartford, one in Middlesex, four in New Haven and four in New London counties. In addition, four of these individuals required hospitalization for severity of disease.

However, these numbers do not necessarily reflect the true prevalence of disease.

The accuracy of this data relies on practitioners actively

screening for “flu-like illnesses” with respiratory samples and cultures. Many ambulatory practices do not offer in-office influenza screening, and for those that do, there may be a significant false negative rate.

Many also do not swab for influenza until the season is confirmed in full swing.

This makes detection of the first cases more challenging.

Altogether, this suggests that the federal and state findings are likely underestimates of true influenza activity.

Vaccines against influenza are an annual event. Unlike other vaccinations that last years before a booster is required, if at all, influenza vaccinations must be developed each and every year See Flu, page next page

A call for donations and creativity Want to get in the holiday spirit? Well then you can forget about the shopping and wrapping. Don’t bother stringing lights on the house or baking traditional holiday recipes. It’s not even worth listening to your favorite holiday songs. Since the true meaning of this time of year is giving and sharing, that’s what you should focus on first and foremost.

This Saturday, Dec. 1, you’ll have that chance. All you have to do is leave a bag of non-perishable food items on your front steps at 9 a.m. Your efforts in making this donation (cash donations are also accepted), will go toward the annual towns-wide event known as Community Round-Up. It starts with you —members of our community who make the donations — and end at our local food banks and food programs in Durham and Middlefield.

What you don’t see from your home is what goes on at the high school once the 80-plus teams of students and adults pick up donations from each neighborhood.

Upon returning to the school, in a very systematic way, students and members of the community wheel the donations from the vehicles into the school cafeteria where they are sorted. From there they are carted to the gymnasium to be boxed and then distributed to those in need.

All the commotion during that short time — all for the benefit of others — gives off a very good feeling.

And that’s the true meaning of the holiday season…

But while we’re talking about donations, Town Times asks a favor of you, in the form of your creativity. Our annual Creative Arts issues are coming up — Dec. 28 and Jan. 4, and we need your help filling the pages of those two issues with your poems, essays, photographs, paintings, recipes and more. We are excited to announce that this year’s theme is travel, so send all your travel-related and travel-themed creative content our way by Thursday, Dec. 20. Here’s how: email to news@towntimes.com or mail to P.O. Box 265 Middlefield, 06455.

We can’t wait to see your travel-themed creative arts this year! Thank you in advance for your contribution to Town Times.

Stephanie Wilcox, editor

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Preparedness (Continued from page 9)

stances of the disaster event.

We consider the breadth of outages, the approximate duration of restoration, weather conditions, accessibility of local services (gas, food, etc.)

Flu (Continued from page 9)

based on careful review of

epidemiologic data. This is

and other special circumstances to determine what our community needs. Unless extreme conditions exist, such as during last year’s two storms, a full service shelter will not be activated. We will use our town assets, including those at CRHS, to offer a service center that provides basic

assistance such as charging stations, warming/cooling areas, etc.

While we feel we are well-equipped, thanks to the commitment of our team and the Durham taxpayers, there are some improvements that will have to be made if we are to continue to offer quality storm

response. The phone system is outdated and not designed to meet our needs, especially as an EOC. This will be a focus in capital planning for the upcoming budget season.

I cannot end without saying thank you to our staff, emergency responders and volunteers. I wish you

could witness, like I have first hand, the incredible commitment this team has for your safety, often at the expense of their own. We welcome your input, suggestions and participation and don’t forget to visit www.ready.gov for instructions on how to be prepared.

because influenza strains change constantly by a phenomenon known as antigenic drift.

Simplified, there are two types of influenza, type A and type B. Of the strains

identified this season alone, there have been 77 variants (1 influenza A H1N1, 41 influenza A H3N2, and 35 influenza B). The vaccinations this year do provide coverage for the identified H1N1 and H2N3 strains but for only 69 percent of influenza B strains.

For individuals with confirmed influenza, there are prescription options available for treatment. Oseltamivir (Tamiflu ®) and zanamivir (Relenza ®) are

proven effective this season so far. There is high resistance to amantadine (generic) and rimantadine (Flumadine ®) for type A viruses, and these should be reserved as a last resort.

These latter medications are not effective for type B infections.

There has been one pediatric death this 2012-2013 season. The 122-Cities Mortality Reporting System attributed 6.4 percent of adult deaths to pneumonia and in-

fluenza for the week of Nov. 4-Nov. 10. Do not become a statistic. Be proactive and get your flu shot. It not only protects you but also prevents the spread of disease to those around you who may have weaker immune systems.

Stay tuned for Part II in this article series.

Dr. Tanya Feke is a physician at Middlesex Hospital Primary Care – Durham and guest columnist for the Town Times.

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transformer fluids, and old poles have PCBs. But after DEEP arrived and five to seven yards of material was removed, it was determined there were no PCBs found.

“All protocol was followed; nobody was ever in any imminent danger,” Francis said, noting that she doesn’t want to lose credibility by overusing the notification system.

“It was a very isolated event.

Immediate neighbors were all out there watching.”

Francis said the town is eligible for 100 percent Federal Emergency Management Agency reimbursement.

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And what are you doing in January?

About a month ago, I wrote a column about the upcoming second DurhamMiddlefield “One Book, One Community” experience.

Based on concentrated reading over the summer, the One Book committee ultimately settled on the theme of life in a small town — a theme that should be familiar and dear to all of us. The committee also settled on an adult book, “Empire Falls”

by Richard Russo, and two children’s books by Durham authors, “The Universe of Fair” by Leslie Bulion and “Little Sweet Potato” by Amy Bloom.

After more discussion and exploration, January

was chosen as the month to bring One Book activities to the public. After all, what is more inviting than a book and a warm room full of readers during that dark, cold month?

Below is the calendar. We urge you to cut it out and hang it on your refrigerator before the frenzy of the December holidays begins.

Both Durham Public and Levi Coe libraries have plenty of these books to lend. A limited number are available for purchase if that is your choice. All programs are free and open to all. Some require registration, which can be arranged at either Levi Coe or

Guest Column Durham Public Library no matter where the actual program will be held.

Come join your neighbors and friends, and make new friends, as we contemplate together that quintessential experience — life in an American small town.

Thursday, Jan. 3, 7 p.m., Durham Public Library (DPL) Book discussion of “Empire Falls” facilitated by Jane Eriksen and Amy Bloom, focusing on the

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Saturday, Jan. 12, 2 p.m., DPL Durham historian Fran Korn will share his extensive knowledge of town history. Think you know everything there is to know about the small town of Durham?

Come to this lecture and be surprised. No registration necessary.

Monday, Jan. 14, 1 p.m., Middlefield Senior Center “Empire Falls” book discussion facilitated by both town librarians and members of the One Book committee. Registration requested.

Monday, Jan. 14, 7 p.m., Middlefield Federated Church Not organized by the One Book committee but supporting it, the Middlefield Federated Church book group will be discussing “Empire Falls” for their January book. No registration required.

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Wednesday, Jan. 16, 4:30 p.m., DPL The chefs of “Teen Cuisine” will be making “fair food,” including kettlecorn, baked corn dogs and fudge.

For kids aged 12-16; registration required.

Wednesday, Jan. 16, 6 p.m., Levi Coe Library (LCL) “A Little Night’s Music” featuring the Middlefield Ukulele Club. Join us for an evening of family fun, music and a sing-along of old favorites. Registration required.

Thursday, Jan. 17, 6:30 p.m., DPL Leslie Bulion will present a creative writing workshop for kids aged 10 to 14. Registration required.

Saturday, Jan. 19, 11 a.m., LCL “A Look into the History of Middlefield” presented by local historian Ray Hubbard. Registration required.

Tuesday, Jan. 22, 6 p.m., DPL Enjoy a potluck supper while watching part one of the award-winning HBO adaptation of “Empire Falls.” Bring a favorite ap-

petizer or casserole to share with your neighbors. The following week, we’ll show part two and enjoy desserts.

Be sure to bring recipes because we will be publishing “Durham/Middlefield Eats” following these programs.

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Saturday, Jan. 26, 2 p.m., Lyman Homestead Join us for this rare opportunity to tour the Lyman homestead and learn its history. Space is limed and registration is required.

Tuesday, Jan. 29, 6 p.m., DPL Watch part two of the HBO adaptation of “Empire Falls” and share desserts with friends and neighbors.

Don’t forget those recipes.

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These events and programs will be listed on the Town Times calendar for the week as they approach, but we encourage you to cut this out and keep it handy so you can enjoy all that One Book, One Community has to offer in January.

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Bailey Basiel, of Durham, a student at the Middletown Agriculture Science and Technology program at Middletown High School, placed first as an individual and team at the 2012-2013 Connecticut FFA Poultry Evaluation Career Development event contest held at the University of Connecticut recently.

Basiel was joined by teammates and fellow agriculture students. The Poultry Evaluation Career Development event tested students’ knowledge of laying hens and broiler chickens, grading of eggs and processed poultry, as well as poultry management. For her first place finish, Bailey will be presented with a $100 cash award at the upcoming State FFA Convention in May. The Middletown team will represent the state of Connecticut in regional and national competitions this fall, at the 2013 Big E Eastern States Exposition and National FFA Convention in Louisville, Ky. Basiel is the daughter of Joseph and Bernadette Basiel, of Durham.

Sara N. Richardson is one of two Mercy High School students who have been named a Commended Student in the 2013 National Merit Scholarship Program.

She will receive a Letter of Commendation from the school and National Merit Scholarship Corporation, which conducts the program.

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Middlefield Park and Rec winter programs Beginner soccer - For children in kindergarten, first and second grade. Sessions will focus on basic foot skills, ball control and passing. Soccer is scheduled for Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12, 26, March 19 at Memorial Middle School at 6 p.m.

Pre-travel soccer - Pre-travel soccer clinic intended to bridge the gap between in-house developmental programs and the competitive travel programs. Program is offered to boys and girls born Aug. 1, 2003 through July 31, 2005. Meets Tuesdays, Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12, 26, March 19 at Memorial Middle School at 7 p.m.

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LEGO Club: (ages 6 to 12) LEGOs provided — just bring your creativity. Thursday, Dec. 13, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (LEGO donations are needed and always welcome).

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Tuesday, Dec. 11, from 7 to 8 p.m.

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One Book, One Community: “Empire Falls” by Richard Russo has been selected for the One Book, One Community project, where Durham and Middlefield collaborate on a celebration of small town life. The kickoff event is a book discussion scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 3, at 7 p.m., at the Durham Public Library. Copies of the book are available to borrow at the Levi E. Coe and Durham Public Libraries.

Programs will run through January.

Santa’s coming! Santa is scheduled to visit the Durham Library Saturday, Dec. 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. Children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and have photos taken with him.

Nutmeg at Night: Trivia game night, Jan. 9.

Wednesday, Jan. 9, at 6 p.m., for children grades 4 through 6.

Wednesday, Jan. 9, at 7:30 p.m., for teens in grades 7 and 8.

Pre-School Mother Goose (18 to 30 months) Mondays at 10:15 a.m.

Time for Tots (2 1/2 to 3 1/2) Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m.

Preschool Storytime (3 1/2 to 5) Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Bedtime Storytime (2 to 4) Mondays at 7 p.m. (wear pajamas) School Age Series-ous Fun: (grades 1 to 3) Book discussion that focuses on chapter book series. Saturday, Dec. 1, from 2 to 2:45 p.m. Refreshments served.

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Scouts complete ‘amazing adventure’

By Spencer McCoy Special to the Town Times

Each day, our crew paddled on 10-15 miles of lakes on the Canadian border. Lunches were enjoyed briefly at campsites before continuing on our way. In the evenings we stopped and set up camp at various campsites equipped with latrines and fire pits.

We came across many portages where we had to hike with all of our gear, including our canoes on our backs. Each backpack weighed about 90 pounds and the canoes weighed about 50 pounds. The portages on our trek were anywhere from 300 feet to a half-mile long, and were often muddy and rocky, but views were spectacular.

During our trip we saw a nest of bald eagles, Native American pictographs (rock drawings), many panoramic views and amazing wildlife.

When we finally reached about 35 miles out on day three, we turned around and started back to base camp. It was an amazing adventure that we will never forget!

This past July, a crew of five boy scouts and three adults from Middlefield Troop 33 took a trip to the Northern Tier National High Adventure Base in Ely, Minn., the oldest of the three National High Adventure Bases operated by the Boy Scouts of America.

Our crew flew into Minneapolis and drove about 250 miles north to the base camp in Ely. Upon arrival we met our interpreter and private guide, Dave, and were issued food and gear for the five-day trek. Our personal gear was carried in three backpacks, and food and equipment were carried in boxes in specially made backpacks. Canoes, tents, cooking supplies, paddles, PFD’s, and other safety equipment were also issued, as well as a radio for emergency communication. Our crew then planned the course. Unlike Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico, there were no pre-assigned routes; We had to plan our own.

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Book Lovers’ Circle: Wednesday, Dec. 5, at 7:30 p.m. – “The Art of Racing in the Rain” by Garth Stein will be discussed. Copies of the book are available at the Library. All are invited.

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Senior lunches are offered every Monday and Wednesday at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St. The Elderly Nutrition program is designed to provide nutritional meals, at a low cost to persons ages 60 and over and

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Middlefield Senior Center’s exercise classes and yoga are in full swing this fall. Exercise is offered Mondays and Fridays and Yoga is offered Wednesdays.

The hour-long class starts at 7:45 a.m. These are drop-in classes and are free to Middlefield seniors.

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their spouses. To cover the cost of the meal, a suggested donation is welcomed. To make lunch reservations, call Amanda Pedersen, senior cafe manager, at (860) 349-3153. Bingo is offered every Wednesday at 1 p.m. following the luncheon.

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The Middlefield Senior Center has scheduled the following events: Bingo is scheduled for the third Monday of each month at 1 p.m. All are welcome.

Foot care is scheduled for the third Wednesday of each month. The Masonicare provides this monthly service.

The nurse soaks, assesses, massages and clips the toenails. A fee is charged. Call the senior center to schedule an appointment. Bring two hand towels to the appointment.

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Accomplished athletes

Results from Thanksgiving Day game: Coginchaug lost to Cromwell 36 – 22

At this game, Sgt. Dennis Mannion was recognized as honorary captain of the Blue Devil team. He is pictured, above, with captains Sean Harper and Ian Auger. It was also Senior Day for three Blue Devil cheerleaders: Heather Poturnicki, Jessica Williams and Dominique Coppola.

Photos by Rita Vansteenbergen

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Photos by Karen Kean

The Benchwarmers Fall Sports Banquet was held at Coginchaug High School, Nov. 26. Coaches Award recipients, from left: Lauren Giannini, Sydney Altschuler, Alan Haberern, Megan Quinley, Ty Kartiganer, Kelly Donovan, Michael Behling and Alyssa Gambardella.

Here are the names of the athletes that received the MVP award from left to right in the photo: Most Valuable Players were, from left: Heather Poturnicki, Jessica Williams, Benjamin Taber, Kayla Votto, Sydney Trusty, Ian Auger and Kelly Halligan.

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The Durham Demons opened the 2012-2013 season with a 56-47 victory over Haddam-Killingworth. Although the game looked like an easy victory for the Demons, it was the HaddamKillingworth team that bolted out to the lead with near perfect shooting. But the Demons caught H-K in the third quarter and never looked back, pulling away in the final minutes.

The team was led by Owen Gonzalez and Ryan Vynalek who put in 10 points each. Aidan Doyle, Kyle Fontaine and Trevor Morris added eight points each.

Vynalek was also the team’s leading rebounder with seven. The team also did well from the free throw line cashing in 10 of 14 shots.

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Season ends with a win Submitted by Stacey Durand

The Coginchaug U12 Girls Soccer team ended its season with a win against league opponent Stratford. After Stratford found a field without snow on it, goalies Sandra Fronc and Sarah Gavin posted a 3-0 shutout. Front row: Kylie Poggio; Second row: Alex Grenier, Bailey Zettergren, Caroline Fournier, Michaela Grenier and Lindsay Lipka; Third row: Coach Bill Morris, Sara Smith, Bridey Morris, Ashley Schuetz, Sarah Gavin, Coach Raffaela Fronc, Sandra Fronc, Jessie King, Coach Mike Durand, Kailey Lipka and Ali Durand. Missing from photo: Coach Katelyn Cummings, Kaitlyn Leahy, Lexi Lyons, Gabby Prifitera, Ava Sacco and Coach Kevin Leahy.

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Durham Men’s League Basketball is scheduled to begin in January. Inperson registration is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 4, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Strong School.

The league is open to men 18 and older who are residents of Durham or Middlefield.

Games are held either Tuesday or Thursday evenings each week in the Strong School gym and run from Jan. 3 through early April. A fee is charged.

Registration forms can be found online at the Town of Durham website, on the ‘Durham Men’s League’ page on Facebook or e-mail Scott Strang, league director, at durhamctmensleaguebb @yahoo.com.

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Information also can be faxed to (203) 639-0210, or emailed to: news@ towntimes.com.

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Coach Marty Roberts: A legend retires

By Dave Bellemare Special to the Town Times

Durham Thunder travel basketball The Durham Thunder fifth grade boys travel basketball team dropped to 0-2 on the season with a road loss against Hamden Regional. Max Temple, seven points, led the way offensively while Derek Grant added three. Five players chipped in with two points apiece. Chris Onofrio and Del Cade had great games on the boards for the Thunder. The fifth grade boys will play their home opener Sunday, Dec. 2, at 9 a.m. vs. Valley of Deep River at Strong School.

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If you have participated in Coginchaug Cross Country or Track during the past 25 years, then you no doubt have had the pleasure and privilege to have been coached by Marty Roberts.

Although Roberts has been coaching athletics since the 1960s, it wasn’t until 1986 that he began a hugely successful career as a coach for Coginchaug cross country, indoor track and outdoor track.

No other Coginchaug coach, except perhaps former Coginchaug coach Isha Murphy, has amassed as many state championships (at least three), runner-up state titles (at least three), and conference championships (at least 18) as Roberts.

Because of his success as a coach, Roberts is well-known and respected in coaching circles throughout Connecticut. In 2002, Roberts was voted Track Coach of the Year and was even nominated for national recognition. Many of his high school athletes have gone on to compete at New England and national levels and many have found success at the college level as well. His ability to coach has come from practical experience and from perseverant learning. Although he is known mostly as a track coach, Roberts has also found success coaching football, swimming and wrestling.

Roberts was once an accomplished high school and college athlete competing at Platt High School and Southern Connecticut University.

As a sprinter, Roberts set track records that still stand today at Platt High School.

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