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Relay for Life a great success By Mark Dionne Town Times

A tree branch balances on power lines on Main Street in Durham Tuesday as a car attempts to maneuver around downed branches and trees. The storm knocked out power and forced the postponement of Coginchaugâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s graduation. | Mark Dionne / Town Times

Storm slams local towns By Mark Dionne Town Times

A brief but violent thunderstorm with high winds swept through central Connecticut in the late afternoon on Tuesday, June 23, taking down large trees and branches, leaving many roads impassable and much of Durham and Middlefield without power. According to Eversource Energy, formerly Connecti- Banners, hung to greet graduating seniors, went through cut Light & Power, 99 percent a severe thunderstorm instead. An uprooted tree in the background shows the damage done in the area of See Storm / Page 24 Coginchaug Regional High School. | Mark Dionne / Town Times

Durhamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first Relay for Life was a resounding success, according to organizers and participants. The charity event, held June 20 at the Durham Fairgrounds, left people exhausted and feeling mixtures of joy and sadness as they raised $58,735 to help fight cancer. The Relay for Life fund raisers, which are done across the country for the benefit of The American Cancer Society, consist of teams who

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Winners of CVEF grants announced By Mark Dionne Town Times

The Coginchaug Valley Education Foundation announced the recipients of its 2015 grants. Nine projects were awarded grants by CVEF this year and the project leaders were recognized in a ceremony on June 16 in the Strong Middle School

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library. CVEF, which seeks to promote life-long learning in the community, has awarded grants since 2009. Including the 2015 grants, CVEF has given out 52 grants worth almost $72,000. As in past years, the projects are aimed at a variety of See Grants / Page 17

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“Our community had so much loss recently we could use something like this to celebrate the lives of people we’ve lost and those who have survived,” Emily Sokol said after the event. Since this was the first Relay for Life in Durham, organizers decided to make it a six-hour event, instead of a 24-hour test. The six-hour time frame was a recommendation from the American Cancer Society, since it was the community’s first time. “Start small and all we can do is get bigger,” Sokol said. Many of the teams were dedicated to specific individuals, such as Team Melissa, running in memory of former Durham Public Library children’s librarian Melissa Albin, and Bean’s Dream Team, running for the memory of Brenna Zettergren. After the event, Brenna’s mother Jen Zettergren said, “We are blessed to have amazing friends and family who literally and figuratively continue to walk with us in memory of Brenna. One of my friends who lives out of town said this event ‘was typical Durham’ and meant that it was full of community spirit and people supporting one another.” The Relay for RALPHIE team was organized by the D’Errico family to honor the memory of Ralphie D’Errico. Sharri D’Errico, Raphie’s mother, said, “I will cherish the conversations I shared while walking the track, the passion and goodness of this

fected by cancer and were es- thon but both decided it was pecially moved by the closing a good day to try and run in memory of their aunt. After ceremony.” In addition to the cere- the run, Pete said the idea monies and the relay itself, came to him suddenly, which Durham’s Relay for Life had was best because then he music, food, face-painting, would not spend time thinka deejay, and a movie. Sokol ing about it. Kate and Pete’s mother and said that planners considered all different age groups when founder of the Go Far running planning activities. Adults program, Jen Schulten said, “I from District 13 schools got didn’t even know they were involved in the dunk tank. doing it, which is cool.” The Tim Fisher, Steve Fitzger- teenagers were cheered on ald, Kevin Brough, Jen Pen- by running friends and each Members of Relay for RALPHIE, wearing blue dinosaur ney and Rebecca Suchy were other; just some of the many some of the school staff will- cheers echoing throughout shirts, gather around a banner of Raphie D’Errico during ing to be dunked for charity. the fairgrounds this day. the Relay for Life event on June 20. Teams held events in adcommunity, and the young the luminaries, which Sokol vance of the day, like a well-atpeople who inspired me with calls “the heart and soul” of tended dog wash for Team their kind words and remem- Relay for Life. Sokol said, Melissa. The town also coor“The light was supposed to dinated a purple ribbon sale. brance of Ralphie.” RN Kate Schulten, entering her Barbara Infeld, part of represent those who have lost Seeking to provide the Troop 27 Scouting for a their battle, that we’re think- junior year at Coginchaug, in-home professional Cure team, noted the young ing of them everyday, and a and her brother Pete, entering health care service in the people, and said, “It’s amaz- celebration of those who have his freshman year, decided to Durham, Middlefield and continue running the course ing the number of kids who survived.” Rockfall areas. Over 20 D’Errico said, “The lumi- until they had completed a formed and joined teams.” years nursing experience. Late day showers did little nary ceremony was really 26.2 mile marathon. Bilingual, in English and The longest either had to dampen the spirits of the powerful, and I especially Polish. References providday. Barbara’s son Zachary loved when everyone lifted run before was a half-maraed upon request. Inquiries. said the day left him “soaked,” their lights and lit the track Call EWA 860-395-8247. ... This was one of the most but said it with a smile. D’Errico said, “I felt such touching events I’ve atpride for our community tended, and was proud to be that there were so many in a part of it.” Personalized Care for Emily Sokol said that it the rain walking the track Children, Teenagers, and Adults and who stayed as long as was during the luminary certhey could. I heard people of- emony that she looked at her • Invisalign • Flexible Financing ten say, ‘if – fill in any name – mother and said that they had • Clear Braces • Free Consultation could fight cancer, then I can to do another Relay for Life in this community. walk and stay till the end.’” JASON T. RANEY, DMD, LLC Zetterg ren said, “We Participants experienced moments of drama and emo- thought it was a beautiful 1995 Coginchaug Graduate Sarah tion, including the lighting of tribute to everyone who is af2003 Uconn Dental School Graduate 5023-01

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Author Jarrett Krosoczka, shown wielding the tools of his superhero character Lunch Lady, will visit the Durham Public Library on June 30 to help kick off the library’s summer reading program. to 5. Krosoczka’s books will feature the school cafetebe available to purchase and ria worker’s struggle against children can also bring their crime in adventures such as own for the author to sign. The Lunch Lady series See Author / Page 16

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Programs for children Farmer’s Market Storytime. Thursdays at 5 p.m., for all ages. Meets on the Durham Green for stories, songs, and activities. Rockin’ & Reading with Pet the Cat! (ages 0 to 6 years.) Monday, June 29, 6:30 p.m. Al deCant plans a program of music, stories and audience participation. Author visit - Tuesday, June 30. Grades K-2, 6 to 6:45 p.m.; grades 3 to 5, 7:30 to 8:15 p.m. with Jarrett Krosoczkia, author of “Lunch Lady” and “Platypus Police Squad” series. Critter Caravan (3 years

and up.) Tuesday, July 7, 2 p.m. Meet and learn about a variety of small animals. Programs for teens Heroes vs. Villains After Hours Kickoff Party (ages 10 to 18). Saturday, June 27, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Pa t r i o t i c s p ray pa i n t T-shirts (ages 10 to 18). Wednesday, July 1, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Graphic Novel Book Club. Tuesdays, June 30 to Aug. 4, 6 to 7 p.m. Different graphic novel each week. Drop-in. Creative Writing Club. Thursdays, July 2 to Aug. 6, 3 to 4 p.m. Weekly club for young adults who enjoy creative writing. Drop-in. Programs for adults Summer Reading is for Adults, Too! Visit www. durhamlibrary.org. Movie matinées. Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. Free. July 9 - “Big Eyes.”

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The Durham Public Library will start its superhero-themed summer reading program with two events for children featuring music and laughs. Monday, June 29, Al deCant will bring his “Rockin’ & Reading with Pete the Cat” music show to the library for children age 0-6 years. According to a library press release, “Al’s spirited performance is packed with toe-tapping music, great stories, and heaps of audience participation that celebrate the reading experience for children of all ages.” A guitar player and “singing principal,” deCant worked with Eric Litwin, the author of the first four “Pete the Cat” books, on the program. The next day, Tuesday, June 30, Jarrett Krosoczka, nationally-known author of the graphic novels featuring the tongue in cheek superhero “Lunch Lady,” will visit the library to kick off summer reading for children age 5-11 years. The Lunch Lady books are “extremely popular,” according to children’s librarian Christine Michaud. “Currently they comprise about 10 percent of my graphic novel circulation.” According to the library, “In his inspirational presentation, Krosoczka will show artwork he created as a kid, present an overview of the publishing process, give a drawing lesson, and encourage the children to follow their dreams.” At the library, Krosoczka will be drawing as well as talking. “He’s going to show them how he does it,” said Michaud. Krosoczka will present two talks, one from 6 to 6:45 p.m. for children in grades K to 2 and one from 7:30 to 8:15 p.m. for children in grades 3

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Obituaries Robert August Chadsey Bob was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Navy and was a member of the Lion’s Club. He loved to sing and participate in various talent shows, especially the Middlefield Fire Department Minstrels, performing with them year after year. Bob built numerous houses with his father, worked at the Monte Green Restaurant and Custom Carpets and was always involved in projects including refurbishing every room in the house, renovating “The Cottage”, building a swimming pool, pool house, and decks. Bob and June enjoyed piling the family in the VW Bus and vacationing in Cape Cod and Maine and

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of Middletown. He also leavesm10 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Along with his wife and parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Edwin Chadsey; and sonin-law, Tex Kane. At Bob’s request there will be a private graveside service and a gathering at his home on a date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob’s memory may be made to Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department, 405 Main Street, Suite 1, Middlefield, CT 06455. Doolittle Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. To share memories or send condolences, please visit www.doolittlefuneralservice.com.

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By degree While newspaper pages often are filled with stories gushing about the accomplishments of high school athletes and teams — especially when they’re pocketing state championships — a select group of high school students perform at the highest level, year after year, without much fanfare. These unsung heroes are academic stars. They’re at the top of their class, in fact. They are valedictorians, and we applaud them, with a special tip of the hat going to those from our area high schools. It’s an incredible feat being named valedictorian. Students sacrifice a great deal to earn the moniker. They dedicate late nights and early mornings to their studies. To keep their grades glistening, certainly they pass up many enticing invitations from friends. They battle stress and fatigue, and the usual teenage drama. But through it all their motivation never wanes, and this is what allows them to graduate second to none among their peers. For their efforts, valedictorians earn the right to address their classmates and those gathered at commencement. Depending on the valedictorian, these speeches can leave the crowd laughing, or nodding in agreement. Some valedicto-

rian speeches are tear-jerkers, while others are political statements. No matter the tone, valedictory addresses make it clear to those within earshot that the young speaker is quite special, and destined for big things. History bears out this assessment. This current crop of valedictorians joins an eclectic group of former No. 1 high school students which includes Weird Al Yankovic, Sonia Sotomayor, Dr. Seuss and Jeff Bezos. Pretty good company. Of course, salutatorians — the No. 2 ranked student in the class — are impressive, incredibly driven individuals as well. In many cases, in fact, the difference between the valedictorian and the salutatorian, academically, is minuscule. Some former high school salutatorians? How about Albert Einstein, Michelle Obama and John Legend. Yeah, salutatorians are exceptional, too. With such promise, we’re eager to see what challenges our local valedictorians and salutatorians tackle down the road. If the past is an indicator, they will thrive in whichever endeavor they pursue. Congratulations to them all, and to the entire Class of 2015! (Originally published in the Meriden Record-Journal.)

Letters to the Editor I’m with Bernie

To the editor: It is exciting and refreshing to have a presidential candidate who is focused on issues that impact the majority of citizens. Bernie Sanders, junior U.S. senator from Vermont, is that candidate. Bernie has a long, well-documented record of public service in local, state and federal elected positions. Bernie is a long shot according to the media, that fears his campaign message and the people it is directed at, and therefore marginalizes

news coverage to the point of being dismissive. Despite the lack of serious media coverage, Bernie’s campaign is drawing in supporters and contributions across the country. Why? Because Bernie is not afraid of the current power structure, and says the things that many Americans care about. Bernie stated he will not pursue funding through a Super PAC; instead he will focus on small individual donations, unlike other presidential candidates. Bernie’s See Letters / Page 9

Sometimes, life’s a beach My above-ground pool is open, and I am in hog heaven. (I have no doubts whatsoever that all hogs go to heaven.) It’s been a long time coming, but my aqueous paradise and I are finally reunited. Life just got bumped up a notch or two. I don’t know why it thrills me so to swirl around in circles while perched atop my floaty chair, but it does. I literally spend hours every day doing this, without a care in the world, reading and drinking green tea. I admit that I am not a very productive member of society during the summer months. I watch the birds fly overhead, and I watch the bees and the butterflies and the dragonflies dart around. Speaking of bees; I thought we had a deal. They would leave me alone and I would leave them alone. But they have reneged, and vengefully, too. They have become quite territorial, building their hives under the lip of my pool, and they obviously consider me to be the intruder. They sting me when I get in, they sting me when I get out. But I can’t bear to kill them. So I did an Internet search and read that spraying them with a mixture of dishwashing liquid and water will temporarily stop them in their tracks, thus enabling me to sneak in under their radar. Everyone’s happy. They live, I am sting-free. And they have the cleanest wings around. I’ve had this love affair with water since I was a tadpole. When I was a kid growing up in Madison, my mother and I would go to West Wharf beach every day. She would sit on the side where the boats were anchored and the water was calmer, and lollygag

with her friends. I would go to the other side, which was a wall and a parking lot away, and spend the afternoon gliding through the water like an otter, along with the other otters/kids. You remember the days – chicken fights, water fights, handstands underwater, Marco Polo. When it was time to go home my mother would stand on the beach and beckon me to come in, and I would simply ignore her. I always made sure I was a considerable distance from the shore at this time, so that I could pretend not to hear her. Or see her. She got to the point where she could have landed a plane, she was flapping her arms so. But I just kept my back to her, focused on the horizon. I was always in trouble when I finally made my way into shore, but it was worth it for that extra time in the water. I kind of did a rendition of this for my own offspring. On this one day the water was particularly enticing. Warm as a bath, huge waves, and Ryan and I were bobbing around, happy as clams. Jordan, who was four years old at the time, stood on the shore and kept saying he wanted to go home. And I kept saying “in just a minute.” I really meant it at the time, but then would come another awesome wave that I couldn’t possibly let make its way to shore without me, and – I’m not proud of this – but my boy heard “in just a minute, Jordan” a bit more than was to his liking.

So what could he do but, in his frustration, throw my car keys into the water?! Needless to say, going home soon was no longer an option. Jordan is a grown man now, and you still can’t get him to the beach. Yeah, I might have had something to do with that. The water is still my natural habitat. I remember being at Chatfield Hollow, going out as far as the ropes would allow, and floating and floating in the still water, wrapped up in my own little world, and I must have done the “dead man’s float” pretty convincingly, because the lifeguard finally paddled out on his board and asked me if I was alright. So a word to the wise. If you ask me to go to the beach with you, be prepared. It’s going to be almost impossible to get me out of the water, so you might want to bring a good supply of snacks and a book or two to see you through the day. Because when you tell me it’s time to go home, I will gaze far off into the distance and I will pretend I didn’t hear you. Well, I’m going to skedaddle. My pool is sending out its siren call, and I must obey. But before I go, a note to any friends who want to meet me for lunch sometime this summer; it will have to be on a rainy day. Diana Carr, a resident of Durham, is a certified life coach who was trained by Martha Beck. You can contact her at princessdi7@sbcglobal.net.

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No tax break for the middle class By Len Fasano The budget narrowly passed by the General Assembly is not a tax break for the middle class. Rather it is a damaging tax hike, that’s the plain truth. It also relies on two dangerous falsehoods: (1) more money will always fix a problem, and (2) whoever is in charge knows all and knows best. Throwing money at a problem does not always solve it. Clearly, that philosophy didn’t work four years ago when we saw the largest tax increase in state history. Despite all that new revenue, we

this budget saying it protects are no better off today than the middle class, provides we were then. Locking out property tax relief, and will those who think differently significantly improve transis also no way to promote portation. But this change. rhetoric just doesn’t By baring Repubadd up. In reality, this licans from budget budget targets the negotiations, Demomiddle class just as crats allowed history much as it targets the to repeat itself. Inwealthy. stead of breaking the • It repeals the cycle of single party scheduled sales tax rule, those in power Fasano exemption for clothclosed their eyes to ing/footwear under new ideas. They allowed the wheel to $50 and limits the sales tax holiday, imposing a $280 keep turning with no intermillion tax hike on chilruption to shift direction. dren’s clothing and family The end result was a budnecessities. get that sets us back, not • It reduces the Property forward. Some lawmakers, Tax Credit from $300 to albeit few, have celebrated

$200 — 66 percent of those who currently utilize the credit have annual incomes less than $75,000. • It delays the scheduled increase in the personal exemption for single filers — 90 percent of which have incomes of $75,000 or less. • It raises taxes on hospitals and adds a new tax to ambulatory surgical centers, which will result in higher health care costs for patients. • It reduces Medicaid Provider Rates significantly, likely resulting in a decrease in primary doctors that accept Medicaid coverage. • It imposes $700 million in tax hikes on businesses

that will have a trickle-down effect, impacting small companies that do business with larger corporations and will have a devastating impact on jobs at all income levels. • It implements painful cuts by reducing funding for burials for the very poor, closing down new entries into the state’s senior home care program, cutting from the veterans’ honor guard, and cutting from the resident state trooper program hurting small towns. The budget also does not guarantee property tax relief for all. By requiring the state to

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cer has proven to have no boundaries. The gift of life we all have been given is not to be taken for granted. Moments like this, remind us to move through life gracefully and with gratitude. Make your dreams come

true today and hold those closest to you a little tighter, living every day in a way that you can be proud of. Let’s stand together in the battle against cancer. Thank you all. Cheryl Salva Durham

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The number of medical marijuana patients in Connecticut rose to 4,097 in June, prompting the state to solicit applications for additional dispensaries. Currently, there are dispensaries in Hartford, Branford, Bethel, South Windsor, Uncasville and Bristol. There are four licensed producers of medical marijuana in Connecticut, located in West Haven, Portland, Simsbury and Watertown. With a need for additional

dispensary locations in Fairfield and New Haven counties, the state plans to issue three new dispensary licenses this year. When Connecticut’s medical marijuana law was passed in 2012 there were 27 applications for dispensaries, according to Jonathan Harris, state commissioner of consumer protection. “We have a point-scoring system, and it takes a few months to review the applications,” he explained. “Our goal is to have selections made by the first of the year.”

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gality of medical marijuana, Harris said, “It is still a Schedule 1 drug according to the federal government – they don’t recognize the medicinal value. But in Connecticut it’s Schedule 2, so you have immunity from prosecution. Patients are immune for possession of up to a month’s supply and not subject to criminal or civil penalties. The federal government looks the other way about not enforcing the law against people in states with legal medical marijuana. There’s a fear that could change, but it’s not an issue yet.”

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Seniors Disaster planning and preparation A disaster planning and preparation prog ram is scheduled for Monday, June 29, 12:45 p.m., at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main St. Re p re s e n t a t ive s f ro m the fire department, EMS, emergency management, Connecticut State Police, and Fire Marshall plan to discuss the town’s plan and tips on how seniors can prepare for a natural disaster. For additional information, call Amanda at (860) 349-3153.

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summer barbecue picnic for Wednesday, July 15, at noon, rain or shine. The event includes hot dogs, hamburgers, desserts and entertainment. Sign up is required at (860) 349-7121 or at the Middlefield Senior Center. Durham 60 Plus D u rh a m 6 0 P l u s h a s scheduled the following activities. Wednesday, July 8 - All you can eat lobster at Delaney House. Wednesday, Aug. 12 Bobby Rydell at the Aqua Turf. Tuesday, Aug. 25 - Lake George Luncheon Cruise. Monday, Sept. 21 to 23 Ogunquit, Maine. Tuesday, Sept. 29 - Fall

Winnipesaukee Railroad Turkey Train. Tuesday, Nov. 10 - USO Salute, Grand Oak Villa. Thursday, Dec. 10 - Glen Miller at Aqua Turf. Pre-payment is required. For more information, call (860) 346-0724.

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The Coginchaug Basketball Club is offering a summer clinic to Durham and Middlefield boys and girls who will be entering grades 5 and 6 in the fall, and who enjoy learning the game of basketball. The focus of the clinic is improving skills and having plenty of fun. Held on Monday nights starting on June 29 and continuing through Aug. 3, the clinic will be held on the outdoor courts at Coginchaug Regional High School, 6:30 to 8 p.m. For additional information, or for a registration form, visit www.ctthunder. org.

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“take a look in the mirror” — not only could they be making themselves unsafe, but they also may be setting a bad example for the next generation. Annecchino recently gave a presentation to Coginchaug students. He said it was “one of the more rewarding things I’ve done in a long time. These kids were attentive, they participated, they were really thoughtful.” Annecchino works in the legal profession, and felt com-

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collaboration.” The Clean Energy and Sustainability Task Force’s Durham Fair composting project won a grant to continue the work and expand to a composting station for fairgoers. In addition to providing community grants, the CVEF runs the Trivia Bee contest, gives out the Howard Kelley Award, and has started a Talk of the Town discussion series. The primary fund raiser for CVEF has been the “Flights of Fancy and Song” annual art auction.

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Giovanna Lakomy of Rockfall. Southern Connecticut State University - Nicole Debaise, Samantha Foley, Monika Malek, Callan Politt, Caitlyn Ruggiero, Kevin Tobais of Durham; Kasey Crompton, Mackenzie Hurlbert of Middlefield. Stonehill College, Massachusetts - Lauren Esposito of Rockfall. University of Connecticut - Tyler Davis, Ethan Donecker, Kelli Dupre, Alec Giacco, Sean Harper, Erin

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A24 Friday, June 26, 2015

Town Times | towntimes.com

Storm From Page 1

of Durham’s 3,093 customers were without power on Tuesday evening and almost 750 of Middlefield’s 2,173 customers lost power. Mid-morning on Wednesday, power had been restored to all but 70 customers in Middlefield, but 2,800, or 91 percent, of Durham remained without power. By power disruption, Durham was hit hardest of all the towns in the state. The town with the next largest percentage of customers without power on Wednesday was Salem, at 36 percent. Downed trees and power lines forced road closures into Tuesday night. A large tree blocked Route 68 just west of the Tilcon property, forcing traffic back to Route 91 or into North Branford. Sections of Main Street in Durham were closed, along with parts of Route 147 and Jackson Hill Road in Middlefield, as well as multiple smaller roads.

Impassable roads and power outages forced the postponement of graduation ceremonies for Coginchaug Regional High School’s Class of 2015 at CRHS. The graduation was rescheduled to take place on Andrus Field at Wesleyan University on Wednesday night. Showers at CRHS were opened on Wednesday for graduates and their families. According to an Emergency Notification call from Durham First Selectman Laura Francis on Wednesday at noon, the emergency shelter at CRHS might be opened on Thursday. The force of the winds, the speed of the storm, and the size of some of the downed trees led to speculation that a tornado passed through Durham. Officials in North Haven referred to a tornado in that town, but the National Weather Service reported no tornado activity for either town.

Part of a fallen tree pulls power lines taut over Parmelee Hill Road in Durham.

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2015 & OUR DURHAM FAIR SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS! Andrew Conway • Jonathon Conway Michael O’Sullivan • Megan Quinley Catherine Brennan

SEE YOU AT THE FAIR!

| Mark Dionne / Town Times