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Extravaganza 2011
Extravaganza Saturday, July 16, at Mill Pond Park. There was free admission and parking. Residents Adults and children alike and visitors from out of town got enjoyed Newington’s 30th annual to experience artists and crafters, a By ASHLEY KUS
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variety of foods and displays from various civic organizations and businesses. “In 30 years, we have never skipped a year,” said Program
Coordinator Stephanie Boulay. Every year the town holds a three day carnival and an extravagant fireworks display that attracts See ANOTHER, Page 9
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The fireworks display at the extravaganza is a big crowd-pleaser.
Beckham Alderucci rides the carnival swings at the Extravaganza.
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Who’s who in Newington?
Beginning this week, we are bringing you profiles of the people in town who have an impact in government, various town services and more. These are your friends and neighbors as well as leaders in the community. This column will help them tell you a little more about who they are and what they do in Newington.
Town Manager John Salomone His Take on the town
The Town Manager is required to live in Newington, but even if John Salomone didn’t hold that title, he would still settle here. “It’s sort of like if I was the president
of Ford and drove a Volkswagen,” laughs Salomone, who has been Newington’s Town Manager since 2006. What he likes about the town is its accessibility. “Newington is both welcoming See TOWN, Page 5