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Carl Maratta and son Chris in front of the fire-damaged house they rebuilt on Francis Ave. Chris recently moved into the upstairs apartment in the house, shown prior to repairs at right, with his fianceé Elena. Volume 52, No. 37
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consideration to the wetlands report...” Bradley told the TPZ members. “It is merely one of Newington’sTown Planning and many factors to be considered. Zoning Commission will still have Each commission has to make the opportunity to vote on Toll their own decision on whether Brothers’ planned Cedar Mountain subdivision by Oct. 28. There was some confusion over this after the Conservation Commission denied the permit application last week. Town Attorney Jack JACK BRADLEY Bradley attended this Town Attorney Tuesday’s TPZ meeting to clear up the question of whether or not the petitions were still open for the two petitions meet their deliberation. He advised the TPZ regulations.” If TPZ approves, the applicant members to read the minutes from the previous meeting but to make still needs to resolve the issues it has their own choice based on the with the Wetlands Commission, testimony heard in their public according to Bradley. Town Planner Ed Meehan hearings. “The statutes require that Town clarified what the specific issue is Planning and Zoning give due that TPZ has to consider, which By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
differs from the Conservation Commission’s duties. “It’s a matter of an open space subdivision or a conventional subdivision that will make or break this petition,” he told the TPZ. “If you deny this as an open space subdivision, the applicant could still appeal or come back with a conventional subdivision.” Essentially, TPZ has to make one of three choices: approve the application, deny it, or approve it “with conditions.” Commissioner Cathleen Hall expressed the weight of their responsibility. “This is a very difficult decision,” she said. “In my years on the commission, I don’t ever remember anything with this many details that will be such a monumental decision for the future of this town.” TPZ will meet next on Oct. 12 at 7 p.m. in Town Hall to discuss the petitions.
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Continued from Page 1 second-floor decks, kitchens, bathagent Bonnie Frensen with ERA rooms and new bedrooms. They Realty,helped them locate the prime also put in new flooring and made property.The previous owner passed many other modifications to the away in February 2010, shortly after inside of the home. a fire ripped through the two-family So they started from scratch, home,built in 1875. invested $150,000 The Marattas paid into their project $27,000 for what and now have a was left. good-as-new, twoIt took them six family home. months to rebuild. Chris and “We bought Elena just moved CHRIS MARATTA it when it was a into the upstairs piece of junk,” said apartment, while Chris. “There was a second family a charred hole in is moving downthe roof, holes in stairs in October. the floors, every“It’s worth around thing was burnt.” $250,000 now,” “We basically Chris contends. stripped the whole “It was a chalhouse down to its lenge for us as shell,” Carl added. father and son,” CARL MARATTA Nine dumpsters Carl says. “I think it was also very were filled as it was successful for the gutted. Father and son did what they town because it cleaned up a piece estimate to be about 90 percent of of property that was an eyesore. the rebuild. They received assis- There could have been young kids tance with plumbing, siding and going in and out. Everybody that sheetrock. They cleared out the comes by can’t believe how it looks front and backyard, built first and now.”
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Remembering lost children
11th annual ‘Cherish Our Children Walk’ set for Sunday By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER
Families who have lost children and babies will join together to celebrate the lives of their loved ones Sunday. The 11th Annual “Cherish Our Children Walk” begins at NewingtonMemorialFuneralHome and journeys less than a mile through Newington Center to the nondenominational Cherish Our Children Angel Statue at West Meadow Cemetery on Willard Avenue. Participants will each receive a white carnation attached to a card they can use to compose a personal note to place near the angel statue. Led by bagpiper Patrick Whelan, they will make the trek to the cemetery together. Upon arrival, a short ceremony will be held. Funeral directors will read off the names
of the children who have passed; a group of vocalists will sing and following tradition, white doves will be released into the sky. The event is sponsored by the Duksa family and staff at Newington Memorial Funeral Home, Burritt Hill Funeral Home in New Britain, and Fisette-Batzner Funeral Home in Newington. Between 300 and 600 people are expected to attend, not just from Connecticut, but from places across New England. “It’s been extraordinarily meaningful to many families,” said Diana Duksa Kurz, CFSP, a funeral director whose family owns the funeral homes.“No one else can understand the grief of the loss of a child except for other parents and families who have experienced it. It’s a very lonely journey and we have found that this walk offers a great sense of comfort,”
she said. In 2002, she and other staff from the funeral homes collaborated with bereaved parents to raise the money to purchase the “Christmas Box Angel” statue, now in the cemetery. The statue has a story of its own — it was inspired by the bestselling book “The Christmas Box” by Richard Paul Evans. The angels are in cemeteries all around America and each serves the same purpose: to offer consolation to families who have lost children, and a site to visit to remember them. “It’s a very tranquil place,” said Duksa Kurz. After the ceremony, families will walk back to the funeral home and walk across the street to Newington’s Masonic Temple for a reception. “People can have snacks and coffee and spend a little time visiting with each other,” said Duksa Kurz. “You don’t have to share your feelings, you just spend your time honoring your children.” She also encourages friends of those who lost children to join them
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Mayor Mike Lenares and the Newington republicans held a food drive at their booth during the Waterfall Festival. The drive was to help the food pantry at Newington Human Services. “There are over 400 families in Newington that rely on that pantry and when I learned they were running very low on food items, I knew we had to do everything we could to boost those supplies. ... And we did.� Lenares said. “These are very difficult times and people just need a break and a little help. And this was another opportunity to show that we really mean it when we say ‘Newington First.’�
The food drive raised more than $500 in non-perishable item contributions. Lenares asked each member of his team to bring at least one item to add to those donated by the public. In addition to collecting the food items at the festival, the Republicans made cash donations, which are being used to purchase wholesale food items from Napoli distributors. “We just wanted to help some Newington Mayor Mike Linares holds up a donated item during the Newington GOP food drive at the Waterfall Festival. good people who have fallen on some bad times,� Lenares said. “And with the help of so many Newington residents, we did just that.�
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Marcia (Lietz) Sweeney, 72, of Newington died Saturday, Sept. 24, 2011, at Hartford Hospital. She was the beloved wife of William R.Sweeney Jr.for 50 years. Born in Hartford, she was the daughter of the late George and Anne (Jastremski) Lietz. Marcia graduated from Mt. St. Joseph Academy, West Hartford, and received her associate’s degree from Lasell College in Newton, Mass. She was a Newington resident since 1950 and was a member of the Church of the Holy Spirit. Marcia enjoyed spending time at her cottage on the shore in Clinton. A loving and devoted mother and grandmother, she leaves three children, Gillian Fontana of Walpole, Mass., Gretchen M. Bramanti and her husband, Christopher, of Chelmsford, Mass., and Regan A.
Sweeney of Chevy Chase, Md.,and 11 grandchildren, Griffin, Tucker, Morgan, and Paige Fontana, Megan Rose, Emily, Luke, Owen, William, Noah, and Sam Bramanti. Her funeral service will begin Wednesday at 9 a.m. at the Newington Memorial Funeral Home, 20 Bonair Ave., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at the Church of the Holy Spirit. She will be laid to rest privately. Relatives and friends are invited to call Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Newington Memorial. Memorial donations may be made to the Friends of the Lucy Robbins Welles Library, 95 Cedar St., Newington, CT 06111. To share your sympathy or a memory of Marcia with her family, please visit us at www.newingtonmemorial.com.
John “Jay” Bottalico Beth Kinsey DelBuono Hartford State Technical College Electrical Designer-Retired Newington Town Councilor Iwo Jima Foundation Member
B.S. Degree in Communication Sciences M.A. Degree in Communication Disorder Speech-Language Pathologist Girls Basketball Coach
Dave Nagel
B.S. Degree in Education M.S. Degree in Education High School Teacher-Retired Red Cross Volunteer
Robert Tofeldt
A.I. Prince Technical School-Electrical Small Business Owner-Retired Manufacturing Loss Control Expert Coach for Multiple Youth Sports
Paul Vessella
B.S. Degree in Education M.S. Degree in Education Retired Teach andAsst. Principal Justice of the Peace
Keeping Taxes Low Maintaining Excellence in Education Providing Those Necessary Services Expected By Our Residents Paid for by the Newington Republican Town Committee, Mary Niro, Treasurer
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Is mayor really putting town first?
Doctor supporter
Being the trusting person that I am, I often believe what people say, and I even try to give politicians who I know are looking for my vote a fair chance. However, after hearing of a recent story of nepotism in our beloved town, the profile and words of Mayor Mike Lenares in the Sept. 2 issue were disturbing. He is reported as saying he is involved in town politics because you “do this for the love of the town, for what’s right for Newington.” However, one really has to wonder about this statement when the mayor has had a town position with the Parks and Recreation Department as a groundskeeper held for his nephew since early July. In fact, I believe, there were two groundskeeper positions open and the first one was filled by a personal associate of the mayor. This person, I have heard, was more than qualified. OK, I get that. To be realistic, we all know that when you know
I am writing on behalf of Dr. Marc Finkelstein, who is running for re-election to the Board of Education. I have known Dr. Finkelstein for most of my life — starting out by babysitting his children to working in his dental office. He watched me grow as I went through the Newington school system, then I watched his children and now he is watching my children. My husband and I both grew up in Newington and are now raising our three children here. One of the primary reasons we have remained in Newington is because of the school system. We believe that a good education is the key to success for our children in the future, and although Dr. Finkelstein’s children are grown and have
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someone you will often be given an interview, but after that the position should go to the most qualified candidate. The applicant’s credentials should speak for themselves. Case in point with the first position. But how, in today’s economy, when the job market is more competitive than ever, could Mayor Lenares feel that it is in his power to bypass the other candidates and put pressure on other Newington employees to hold, yes, hold a job, until his nephew passed the CDL (commercial driver’s license) test? After multiple attempts, his nephew finally passed the test a few weeks ago and began to work for the town as of last week. During these hard economic times, wouldn’t we all like to be the mayor’s nephew? My compassion goes to the qualified candidates and their families, as well as to the other Newington employees who felt powerless (and perhaps afraid of risking their job security) to change it. This kind of politics is NOT OK. It is NOT putting Newington first. It has nothing
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to do with party politics, but with an individual who believes he has the right to wield such power for personal privilege rather than for what is best for Newington. With all due respect to Erica Schmitt, who wrote the profile on Mayor Lenares, does this sound like someone who does not have “any hidden agendas” or belief in “party politics”? This is the truth. Please feel free to investigate. I wish I trusted the current town leadership enough to believe this blatant nepotism would be dealt with in an appropriate manner. We will have to wait and see. However, it looks as though there really are hidden agendas. I have lived in Newington for many years and have thoughtfully voiced my opinions on what I considered to be important issues. I believed that there was more integrity, honesty, and transparency in our town politics than is apparently the case.
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moved away, he has remained passionate about the importance of educating the children in his community. For the past 30 years, Dr. Finkelstein has been a source of guidance to me. He has shown his dedication and willingness to cooperate with others for the benefit of the town and its school system over the past 12 years. I believe his years of experience on the board as well as willingness to “give back” to the community are his greatest assets, and he will continue to monitor and provide exemplary guidance to the board and the community. I am asking that you join me on Nov. 8 in voting for Dr. Marc Finkelstein for the Board of Education.
As I was returning from Newington’s annual Waterfall Festival last Saturday, I read in the window of one of the merchants in Constitution Square the famous quote of our notable Republican forebear, President Theodore Roosevelt: “It is only through labor and painful effort, by grim energy and resolute courage, that we move on to better things.” And I couldn’t help contrasting Roosevelt’s honesty and realism with the current campaign slogan of his distant successors, the Republicans of Newington: “Spend less, Tax less. It’s that Easy.” If Roosevelt’s statement seems a bit exaggerated, it still serves to underscore the naivete of his local heirs, who seem to have fooled themselves into believing that something so important and complicated as reducing expenditures, and reducing taxes, is anything less than a task of Herculean proportions. It’s not that I don’t think that these goals should be pursued. After all, Teddy Roosevelt is also famous for saying: “Keep your eyes on the stars, and your feet on
the ground.” In the context of our present mission — to minimize as much as possible the future tax burden on Newington’s residents — we have to understand that any hope of achieving it means keeping “our feet on the ground” and charting a course that is going to be anything but “easy.” It will require the sort of sustained, focused and purposeful work that many of our public servants — including our Democratic Mayoral candidate Steve Woods — have performed over the years, contending with forces they can’t completely control, and negotiating with interest-groups that often have broad taxpayer support. Steve Woods and his Democratic running-mates know that, given the financial mess our state is in, they are going to have to work even harder than ever on behalf of their constituents. Achieving our common goals is not going to be “easy.” It’s going to be hard. It will be done the old-fashioned way — Teddy Roosevelts’s way — through labor, effort, energy and courage. Clarke Castelle, Democratic candidate for Town Council
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Touting a man dedicated to Newington and its citizens To the editor:
I am pleased to have been asked to write a letter to endorse Terry Borgeson, a Democratic candidate running for a position on the Newington Town Council. I have resided in Newington since 1988, and my children have successfully gone through the Newington school system, a system that gave them the tools to further enable them to continue on in their education and become successful adults. I have known Terry and his wife, Cece, my fellow “Newingtonites,” since the mid-’90s and would say that I have known Terry to be a honest and respectful man, who
continued to show those traits over the years serving the state of Connecticut and attaining a respectable supervisory position in a criminal-justice-related field in the state. I know Terry to be a man of integrity who will show that same dedication to the residents of Newington, if he is elected to the Town Council. As a resident of Newington for over 23 years, and also a state of Connecticut employee, I urge my fellow Newington voters to consider voting for Terry for Town Council. I feel he will do an excellent job in not only representing the residents
Backing a hardworking candidate To the editor:
I have had the privilege of knowing Beth Kinsey DelBuono for 10 years. During this time, I have known Beth to be a smart, honest, hardworking citizen of the town of Newington. Beth DelBuono has worked very hard to ensure a wonderful education for our children as a Board of
Education member. Beth is dedicated to causes she believes in and is always willing to help those in need. Her dedication to her family friends and town are admirable. I believe that Beth Kinsey Delbuono is the perfect candidate for Town Council. Jennifer Petrozza, Newington
Patroling the streets
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Members of the Sphinx Shriners Motor Patrol of Newington in their 1955 vintage patrol cars at Sunday s Mum Parade in Bristol. From left, Peter Novicelli of Meriden, Jack Markowski of Berlin and Rene Dupuis of New Britain.
of Newington but in showing the value of his previous talents, which made him a successful man within his previous state
of Connecticut employment. It voting for Terry Borgeson for is with pleasure that I write to Town Council. endorse and encourage my fellow Jim Howard, Newington residents to consider Newington
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CLUB SANDWICHES
Served on White, Wheat Turkey......................................................................7.90 Roast Beef ...............................................................7.90 Hamburger..............................................................7.90 Cheeseburger .........................................................8.15 Served with Lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, bacon and french fries
WRAPS
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BURGERS
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American -mustard, relish, onion ........................2.90 Mexican-mustard, onion. chili..............................3.10 Italian -fried peppers, tomato sauce....................2.90 German-mustard, sauerkraut ...............................2.90 Berlin - chili, cheese, onion ..................................3.20 Nightmare ...............................................................3.60 Mustard, relish, onion, chili, sauerkraut, peppers Plain.........................................................................2.60 Mustard ...................................................................2.70 Relish.......................................................................2.70 Sauerkraut ..............................................................2.80 Peppers ...................................................................2.80 Chili..........................................................................3.00 Cheese.....................................................................2.90 Bacon.......................................................................2.90 Franks & Beans.......................................................7.00 Served w/ Garlic Bread
FRIED SPECIALS We use low calorie Canola Oil for frying Fish & Chips............................................................6.95 Fish Sandwich & Fries ...........................................6.95 Shrimp Basket ........................................................8.00 Chicken Wings & Fries...........................................7.35 Chicken Fingers & Fries ........................................8.50 Fried Scallops & Fries............................................9.50 Chicken Wings.............12 Pcs. 7.25 ......24 Pcs. 13.25
DINNERS Served with Salad and 8” Garlic Bread Fried Shrimp Plate ...............................................11.50 Fried Clam Strip Plate..........................................10.50 Fried Scallop Plate. ..............................................11.50 Fried Seafood Platter. ..........................................17.50 Shrimp, Scallops, Clam Strips, Trout, Onion Rings Gyro Plate. ..............................................................9.65
ASSORTED PASTA DINNERS Served with Salad and 8 “ Garlic Bread $8.00 to $10.00
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Throughout the month of September, Anna Tufankjian will display her quilts and fabric art in the Community Room of the Lucy Robbins Welles Library, 95 Cedar St. The Community Room is open for viewing the quilts during regular library hours when it is not being used for a scheduled program. Regular library hours are: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (860) 665-8700.
Social networking for your job search Monday, Oct. 3, 7 p.m. Andrea Eselunas, manager of Talent Acquisition at UnitedHealth Group, will be the speaker. In today’s digital world, the internet has become a major factor for finding jobs. Many jobs are never publicly posted, or may be posted in place unknown to the job hunter. Networking, especially through the Internet’s social media networks, greatly expands the job hunter’s reach. Learn how social networks such as Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter can help in your job search. Registration is necessary.
Fenway history
Monday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m. Glenn Stout, the author of the new book “Fenway 1912: The Birth of a Ballpark, a Championship Season,” and “Fenway’s Remarkable First Year,” will be the guest speaker. Stout is a noted sports writer and author of numerous books including Continued on Page 13
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the bestselling “Red Sox Century,” “Yankees Century,” “The Dodgers,” and “The Cubs.” 2012 is the 100th anniversary of Fenway Park. Join Stout as he tells the story of Fenway Park, with behind the scenes true stories of its tumultuous yet glorious first year. Books will be available for sale and signing after the program. This f ree program will be held at the Lucy Robbins Welles Library in Newington. Registration is required. Call the library at (860) 665-8700.
Power strategies
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 7 p.m. Commit to saying yes to the lightness of being who you truly are! Are you missing out on what you want for yourself because there is too much to do, too many demands, too much stuff? Are you stuck in the wrong job, wrong place, wrong relationship? Have some fun, gain a new perspective and learn to say NO to the things or people that are keeping you from having and doing what you desire. Join author and lifestyle coach Ann Ernst for an informative and entertaining evening. No registration is required.
Children’s events
Families Read — Monday, Oct. 3, 6:30 p.m. It takes a family to raise a reader and to that end, we are holding a family book discussion. Our theme this month is “humor.” Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register and pick up a set of books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Continued on Page 14
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Read, Rattle and Roll! — Tuesday, Oct. 4, noon — Welcome to a music and movement program for 3 and 4 -year-olds featuring books that “sing” and lots of music! Call the Children’s Department at (860) 6658720 to register.
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Pajama Yoga! — Tuesday, Oct. 4, 6 to 6:45 p.m. Pajama clad children ages 5 to 8 and their caregivers can come to the library ready to experience Namaste (peace). We will hear bedtime stories and sing lullabies. Then Beth Agdish, a certified children’s yoga instructor, will lead us in traditional yoga poses. Mats will be provided if you do not bring one. Call the Children’s Department at (860) 6658720 to register.
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Meat Lover’s ........................11.50....................16.50.......19.50 Pepperoni, Sausage, Hamburger, Bacon
Family Storytime — Thursday, Oct. 6, 6:30 p.m. Stories,songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round. No registration is necessary. Play For All! Saturday, Oct. 8, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Come join us for a special needs playgroup that gives parents the opportunity to talk, support and encourage each other, while allowing their children time to play and socialize together. Co-sponsored by Newington UNICO.
White Ricotta.......................10.50....................14.50.......16.50 Ricotta, Mozzarella, Cheddar & Parmesan Cheese, seasoned with olive oil & herbs, served with a side fo marinara sauce
White Garlic ........................9.50......................13.50.......15.50 Parmesan & Mozzarella cheese, olive oil, fresh garlic & herbs
Greek Pizza .........................10.95....................15.75.......18.75 Feta, Spinach, Black Olives, sauce & cheese
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White Shrimp Casino ..........11.50....................16.50.......19.50 Shrimp, Bacon, Olive Oil, Garlic, herbs & cheese
Hawaiian Pizza ...................11.50....................16.50.......19.50 Ham, Pineapple, sauce & cheese
Math Fun! — Tuesday, Oct. 11, 3:45 p.m. Mathematicians will try to estimate the number of seeds in apples and other fruits. Then we will count the seeds and EAT the fruit! For children in grades 1 to 4. Call the Children’s Department at (860) 665-8720 to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
White Chicken.....................11.50....................16.50.......19.50 Grilled Chicken, Garlic, Broccoli, Olive Oil, herbs & cheese
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POLICE BLOTTER Kelly Knowlen, 22, of 1431 Willard Ave., Newington, was charged Sept. 21 with driving under the influence and failure to maintain lane. Robert Jones, 26, of 87 Oak St., Manchester, was charged Sept. 21 with operating under suspension, disorderly conduct, assault in the third degree, reckless endangerment in the second degree and unlawful restraint in the second degree. Carlos Rodriguez,46,of 45 Long Hill Road, Waterbury, was charged Sept. 19 with larceny in the sixth degree. Alicia Vaillancourt, 27, of 99 Robbins Ave., Newington, was charged Sept. 21 with larceny in the fifth degree and conspiracy to commit larceny in the fifth degree. Harry Torres-Vazquez, 40, of 108 Market St., New Britain, was charged Sept. 21 with criminal trespassing in the third degree and larceny in the sixth degree. Cesar Vasquez, 35, of 127 Putnam St., New Britain, was charged Sept. 21 with criminal trespassing in the third degree and larceny in the sixth degree.
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SHARON BRAVERMAN, DEMOCRAT Sharon Braverman, 63, has including internship opportunilived in Newington for 36 years ties with the company. This is a and she is currently running for program that Braverman would her third term on the like to implement in Board of Education. Newington schools. “I love education, “I think athletics watching people are so important for learn and grow,” said students,” she said. Braverman of why she “Newington has wants to continue. stellar programs; I She works at want us to believe Central Connecticut our district can be StateUniversityasthe the best.” assistant dean for the Another initiaSchool of Business. tive that Braverman “I’m in charge of the has taken is to introStudent Professional Shannon Braverman duce Superintendent Advancement Office William Collins where we organize internships for to the Connecticut Invention students and find out what their Council, a non-profit organizastrengths are and what we can see tion that focuses on the STEM in their future,” said Braverman of program — science, technology, engineering and math. “I think her professional responsibilities. Representatives from ESPN it’s a terrific initiative and I’ll in Bristol visited the campus make sure Newington is involved,” recently to discuss with students Braverman said. their own professional choices, She also hopes to get the
community more heavily involved with the Board of Education’s work. “I want to organize outreach communication for our parents, teachers and students,” said Braverman, who began working toward this goal during her very first term on the Board. “I don’t think we get to hear from the parents or teachers directly enough. I’d like to host these groups before the Board of Ed meetings.” Braverman has hosted these gatherings previously but would like to increase their frequency. She represents the Board on the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC), is the Town Council liaison and the Library Board liaison. And to top it off, Braverman is also in the process of completing her doctorate of Public Health. “I love learning … moving people forward in their learning,” she said.
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DAVID TATEM, DEMOCRAT A Newington parent who works benefits, what are the costs, and we in the field of education is running need to make sure teachers get the for the Board of Education this support they need to implement year. David Tatem, 40, has lived in them in the classroom. I want to town for the last 10 years and has make sure we do it in a very welltwo children in Newington schools thought-out approach.” — his son is in kinderTatem’s comgarten and his daughter mitment to new is in third grade. “I’ve technology is foundbeen so happy with ed on the idea that the town that I wanted he wants to ready to put in some of my children for whatown time to help keep ever may come in things good and also the future. “I do love improve,”Tatem said of the fact that we have running. solar panels on the He has a master’s schools,” he said. degree in education “I like the idea of from the University of exposing the kids to Cincinnati and works David Tatem things like alternative energy, making sure at Trinity College in Hartford. Tatem’s position focuses we educate them for jobs in the on implementing technology in the society after they graduate, preparclassroom, so one of his goals if ing them for jobs that don’t even elected to the Board is to do just exist yet, making them well-rounded and giving them critical thinking that in Newington schools. “Dr. Collins is bringing in tech- skills so they can adapt to situations nology initiatives and I’m certainly that will be there 20 years down the interested in supporting that,” he road.” Tatem believes that a town’s school said, “but making sure it’s done in a way that’s economically sustainable system is what drives its reputation, and benefits our students as much crime rates and real estate values. “Quality schools are important to as possible. “We need to really think about everybody in town, not just those how it’s being used — what are the with children in school,” he said.
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Indians fall in physical battle By JOE FORTUNATO STAFF WRITER
NEW BRITAIN — It was an inspired 80 minutes of soccer between Newington and New Britain Tuesday afternoon, which is to be expected when two division rivals meet on the pitch. Both teams played solid defense, had tons of chances and played fundamentally sound soccer, but it was New Britain walking away with a 2-1 victory at Veterans Stadium. A two-goal performance from Edin Duric helped bring the Hurricanes (3-2) back over .500 after back-to-back losses to Hall and Conard in which New Britain was outscored 10-1. The loss for Newington (0-6), however, left the Indians looking for more answers. Newington coach Jeff Brunetti believes his team just needs to put the loss behind them. “We have to keep the same energy in practice; we can’t let the game get to us, and it’s starting to,”he said. “You can see it. They’re getting disappointed in the way they react. We have to keep our heads up and keep chugging along the best we can.” The frustration for the Indians
boiled over a few times during the contest, with both coaches brilliantly keeping tempers down on two separate occasions to avoid all-out brawls. New Britain coach Matt Denecour wanted his players to keep more of a level head when in situations like the one they were in Tuesday. “It’s one of those sayings where young kids often lose their heads because they’re thinking on the field is so much physicality to soccer that it’s hard to stay focused,” he said. “I keep preaching discipline, but sometimes I wish they were a little more disciplined sometimes.” Once things settled down, and with New Britain sporting a 1-0 lead going into the second half, the Hurricanes seemed to put the game out of reach when Duric broke through the Newington defense and blasted home his second goal of the game just a minute into the second half. The Hurricanes sideline didn’t even have a chance to finish celebrating before the Indians responded. Newington was flat in the first half, and in order to create more offense, Brunetti changed around his formation. “We moved to three forwards [in the second half ] because we weren’t creating much during the game so we tried to change it up a little bit,” he said, “and it did open
up some opportunities. Our outside midfielders were able to open up and join the attack, and that’s how we were able to score our goal.” The change worked. And just three minutes after the Duric goal Sasha Tokic scored for the Indians, cutting New Britain’s lead to 2-1. The goal rejuvenated the Indians, who started using the flanks to attack the Hurricanes’ defense. “We look to get every play involved on the field when we can in the attack,” Brunetti said. “I think our passing was a little suspect today, which is something that we key on in practice. We try to get lots of touches on the ball, we just didn’t execute.” One of the main reasons why the Indians couldn’t get another goal was because the New Britain defense cleaned up some of the loose balls in the box. But many of Newington’s chances originated from mistakes made by the defense in the first place. “We were a little shaky at the back,” Denecour said. “It wasn’t as tight as we needed it to be. We just have to possess the ball a little bit more when we’re under that pressure.” Denecour also believes that his team’s defense needs to generate from the midfield.
“We do have a lot of technical players in the midfield, and the most important thing we can do is relieve the pressure in the back by getting possession of the ball in the midfield,” he said. “Our two center midfielders need to get the ball, have possession and play it up to our forwards, hold it so we can get everybody up and relieve that pressure from the back.” For New Britain it was a big win as the team prepares to take on Simsbury tonight. For the Indians, it’s back to the drawing board as they look for their
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Critical turnovers, careless penalties and sloppy defense made the talented Indian squad look inexperienced for much of the blowout defeat. “There are no excuses,” Newington head football coach By EVAN MACY Roy Roberts said. “The score is STAFF WRITER what it is and we are going to keep working to get better. We’re GLASTONBURY — going to work every day, and it is There were few bright spots what it is.” in Newington’s 42-7 loss at Newington’s defense started Glastonbury Saturday afternoon. strong, causing two consecutive
Newington girls swim team off to strong start STAFF REPORT
The Newington girls swim team rose to 3-0 with a convincing 98-79 victory over Rocky Hill Tuesday. Newington placed first in every single event, including two winning performances by Danielle Rogheleau in the 200 IM and 100 free. Monica Neu’s first in the 200 free also highlighted a good day for the Indians.
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Tough schedule challenging girls volleyball team STAFF REPORT
Roxy DeBlois had seven kills, but the Indians fell to Platt, 3-1, Monday night. Newington, which was 1-5 after the defeat, has been victimized by a brutal schedule that’s included Southington, Simsbury, Farmington and Rocky Hill.
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JP BACHHAND BASEMENT WATERPROOFING Reliable local contractor. Hatchway leaks, foundation cracks, sub-floor drainage systems, sump pumps & yard drainage. Fully insured, free estimates, written guarantee. Our 27th year registered with CT Dept of Consumer Protection (Reg #511842). Call 860-666-9737
CERAMIC TILE
LEN & JEFF SHALLER - Fix leaky showers. Regrouting in tubs. Bath, kitchen tile installed. 37 years experience. Neat, expert workmanship. Repairs a specialty. Call 242-5805
CLEANING SERVICES
Polish/English speaking woman can clean your house with care. 2nd cleaning 50% off for new clients only. Satisfaction guaranteed. Insurance Bonded. Call Kasia 860-538-4885 HOUSE, CONDO, OFFICE CLEANING Polish/English speaking lady with many years of experience. References upon
request. Please call Ela at 860-348-0234
ELECTRICAL SERVICES
NDC ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING - All aspects of electrica work, additions, new homes, renovations, pools, hottubs, etc. Main service up-grades from fuses to circuit breakers. Fast, quality workmanship. Nick 860-665-7202. CT Lic #E1-180139
PAINTING
REMODELING
FULL SERVICE REMODELING Windows, bathrooms and kitchens. All interior and exterior home or business remodeling and handyman service. You name it - I’ve done it! Excellent references and competitive rates with over 10 years experience. BBB Accredited. Call Mike 860-6906505 or Kris 860-348-076 today for your free estimate. Fully insured and licensed. Lic #565969.
TOP JOB PAINTING - Complete prep work, interior and exterior painting, insured, free estimates. CT LIC: #HIC0621244. 23 Fern St., Rocky Hill. 860-978-0190, 860-721-7274.
ROOFING
PLUMBING & HEATING
TREE SERVICE
LA RICH, LLC - Master Elite Roofing Contractor with over 500 satisfied customers. Our workmanship is warranteed for 20 years by shingle manufacturer. Best warranty in writing. PLUMBING “Quality you can count on for years.” POSITANO PLUMBING, INC. - 31 years We do roof repairs, vinyl siding, of serving Bristol and the surrounding windows, seamless gutters. Honest, areas. Specializing in all repairs. competitive pricing. No hidden costs. Plumbing & heating. Water heater Free estimates. Fully insured. Written replacement, boiler replacement. CT Lic warranties. Clean and courteous #202691, 308931. For the best repair installers. CT Lic #565709. GAFELK ME work in the area, please call 860-584- #11852. 860-622-9800 or 860-7470012, 186 West St., Bristol. 4427. www.larichroofing.com DEMAIO PLUMBING & HEATING, LLC - Free estimates. We specialize in bathroom & kitchen remodeling, new additions and new houses. Water heaters, zoned heat & more. We also specialize in high efficiency boilers and all types of heating and hot water systems. We install radiant heat, new or additions. Fully licensed and insured. Call Rick at 860-342-3365.
TOTAL TREE SERVICE & LANDSCAPING, LLC - Fall Cleanup & Lawn Maintenenace. Commerical & Residential. 75 ft. bucket truck. Chipper, firewood, land clearing, stump grinding, tree removal. Registration #608808. Fully insured. 860-529-8389 or 860-538-0980.
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