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NHS junior excels in the arts, despite challenges STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — Many face obstacles while pursuing their dreams, but it’s not often they’re told their talent, gift or livelihood could be stolen away forever.

F o r 16-yearold Grace Rizzuto, that nightmare seemed like it might become real when doctors discovered a tumor the size of a tennis ball in her neck. Surgery to remove it could also remove her ability to speak or sing, they told her.

Rizzuto, a budding singer and actress said she couldn’t bear the thought.

“I cried for three days straight,” she remembered.

Then on Aug. 1, 2013, she underwent surgery. Doctors said it could be three days before she might speak again, if at all.

She spoke that same day.

In the months that followed, Rizzuto retrained her voice a n d returned to performing. Despite having a titanium plate in her neck, she’s pretty much back to normal.

Now a junior, she has been in four of the five plays put on during her time at Newington High School. Currently, she’s preparing to take on the role of Fastrada in “Pippin” on March 26-28. She was recently nominated for a HALO Award by the Seven Angels Theatre in Waterbury for her role as Harriet Smith in the school’s production of “Emma.”

Rizzuto’s involvement in performing arts began in the fifth

With a tennis ballsized tumor in her neck, Grace Rizzuto wondered if she’d ever be able to talk or sing again.

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NEWINGTON — The Lucy Robbins Welles Library is no longer on the back burner of town buildings to be renovated — it is quickly becoming a priority.

Library staff and volunteers gave an emotionally-charged

presentation to the Town Council at its last meeting, urging officials to consider their plea for an expansion.

Cramped space is just the beginning of the current facility’s woes.

There are also inadequate storage areas and not enough computers, meeting space or parking spots.

Councilors were offered the

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NEWINGTON — O,R&L commercial real estate agent Stephen Foote recently sold 3298-3300 Berlin Turnpike in Newington for $1 million.

3298-3300 Berlin Turnpike is an 8,000-square-foot retail building on just over one acre. Foote represented the seller, R&B Realty Trust. The buyer AutoZone, Inc., was represented by Robert Blank of Sullivan Hayes.

AutoZone is a national retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accesso-

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The company has more than 40 stores in Connecticut and more than 5,400 stores nationwide.

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Kingswood Oxford’s Crimson 7 came in first among male groups and second overall.

Best ever performance for KO in a cappella contest SPECIAL TO THE TOWN CRIER

WEST HARTFORD — Kingswood Oxford singers had their best showing ever in the Wyvern Invitational A Cappella Festival (WIAF), the largest independent high school a cappella festival in New England, held in KO’s Roberts Theater on Jan. 10.

The annual event, which was sold out in early December, attracted nearly 200 students from 12 schools in Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island.

This is the largest number of schools the event can accommodate; currently, there is a waiting list of about 30 groups that wish to be invited to compete in the future.

“What impresses me most about this festival is the student-centered nature of the performances — not one director set foot on stage,” said KO music teacher Christen Hernandez. ”All of the groups sounded fantastic, and our KO ensembles really stepped up and sounded amazing.”

KO singers won awards in several categories: ∎ Crimson 7, the all-male group, placed first among males and second overall. ∎ Matt Guerrera ’15 of Newington was named best stu-

dent choreographer. ∎ The Oxfordians, the all-female group, placed third among females. ∎ Josh Pugliese ’16 of Bolton placed second in the first-ever “Viewer’s Choice Beatbox Battle,” in which the audience voted via mobile devices during the competition.

Be S#arp, a coed group from Conard High School, came in first overall, and the 18 Wheelers, a coed group from Wheeler School in Providence, placed third.

“This festival is a chance for high school singing groups to celebrate music with each other and learn new ways to enhance their artistry and musicianship in a fun and inviting, yet competitive way,” said David Baker, a KO history and music teacher and a co-chair of the WIAF Committee.

The WIAF is also a fundraiser for Team Tobati, a community service group through which KO students and others raise money and provide hands-on assistance to the impoverished village of Tobati, Paraguay.

This year, more than $13,000 was raised from the WIAF and the Ryan Gordon ‘05 Hockey Night, which was held on Jan. 9 in KO’s Brayton Rink.

Baker said that a key to the smooth operation of this very

large event was an army of “Wyvern ambassadors” coordinated by Reilly Callahan ’15 and Luisa Lestz ’15. These individuals take care of many behind-thescenes tasks, ranging from taking tickets and selling refreshments to escorting the various groups of competitors from practice rooms to the stage and back again.

“They did a phenomenal job,” said Baker.

“This festival reminds me why KO is the great community that we know and love,” he concluded.

“The WIAF is a celebration of artistry, but it’s also a celebration of community — the KO community, the West Hartford community, the New England community, and, considering our connection to Paraguay, the global community.”

Kingswood Oxford has long been known for educating resourceful problem solvers; clear, confident communicators; and innovative and ethical leaders, here and across the globe.

For information about September 2015 enrollment, contact the Admissions Office (860-727-5000).

Only those applications received by Feb. 2,will be eligible for merit scholarships, for which financial need is not a prerequisite.

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The library’s teen center is cramped, with limited space for group meetings and studying.

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need to do something.”

“I think you’ve proven that there’s a need, not a desire, to expand the library,” Mayor Stephen Woods said. “Now it’s up to us to work with you to determine the next steps.”

Two parcels of adjacent land were purchased by the library in 2003 and 2008 in hopes of someday expanding. Then in 2010, architect Kaestle Boos completed a space needs analysis and estimated the cost to expand to be around $10.9 million.

“We suggested then that the

square footage nearly double to meet needs,” said Dave King, Kaestle Boos vice president.

The project was delayed for a variety of reasons, but staff said they have grounds for approaching town officials at this time.

“We have been given many reasons why the time wasn’t right for an expansion,” said Board of Trustees Chairwoman Anna Eddy. “We are no longer whispering about it,” she continued.

“We are asking you to hear our collective voice — there will never be a more perfect time to consider a library expansion now

“We are asking you to hear our collective voice — there will never be a more perfect time to consider a library expansion now that the town is planning a renovation of Town Hall.”

ANNA EDDY Library board of trustees chairwoman

that the town is planning a renovation of Town Hall.”

Since the Town Hall renovations building committee is in its early planning stages, it’s been suggested the entire town campus be considered in their project. However, after the last renovation plan failed in a September referendum, officials question whether residents will support a project of such breadth in the near future.

“We need to look at an autonomous renovation,” councilor Terry Borjeson said, adding, “We need to do it right; we need to do it once and we need to prove to the residents of Newington that we can provide reasonable services at a reasonable price.”

The next Town Council meeting is Tuesday, Jan. 27, at 7 p.m.

For updates on the Town Hall renovation project, visit the town’s webpage at NewingtonCT.gov.

Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 801-5097, or eschmitt@ newbritainherald.com.

Sometimes programs have to be held inside the library lobby near the atrium because of space constraints. Staff work areas are also now used as storage areas.

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Funding approved for new railway in Newington

“Creating a commuter rail line along the NEWINGTON — Funding has been I-91 corridor is part of our transformaallotted by the state to design a railroad sta- tive transportation vision for Connecticut,” tion at the Newington Junction.

Malloy said.

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy announced recently “This bond authorization will give this that $5.75 million was approved by the State important project needed momentum,” he Bond Commission to be used to advance continued. “Completing environmental work design plans and address and design is what will environmental issues for propel the projects toward new railroad stations reality. This $365 million on the New Havenproject will improve the Hartford-Springfield quality of intercity serLine (NHHS) and the vice along the corridor New Haven Line. The and enhance regional rail funding will be combined connections.” with another $4 million In partnership with the previously approved.

Malloy administration, Now branded as the the state Department of JAMES P. REDEKER “Hartford Line,” the Transportation is expandState DOT commissioner new NHHS line stations ing passenger service will be in Newington, along the 62-mile corEnfield, West Hartford and North Haven. ridor between New Haven and Springfield.

Also included are enhancements to existing The state DOT anticipates much transtations in Windsor Locks and Windsor, and sit-oriented development in the corridor as a a location study for a future Hamden station. result of the more robust service. State DOT On the New Haven Line, new stations Commissioner James P. Redeker said that will be added in Orange and Bridgeport Connecticut will add 22 trains per day to (to be known as Barnum Station, a second the 12 trains that Amtrak currently operates. station in the Park City), plus enhancements “This project will make rail travel far more Erica Schmitt | Staff to the existing Merritt Seven Station on the attractive and competitive in the corridor,” The former railroad station at Newington Junction, which is being restored to serve as a historical landmark, is slated to open March 31.

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“This project will make rail travel far more attractive and competitive in the corridor.”

High school student found with pot brownies, facing drug charges

By LISA BACKUS STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — An 18-year-old student is facing drug charges after he was found Tuesday to be in possession of several marijuana brownies at Newington High School.

Dallas Kaufman, of Newington, was charged with possession of less than four ounces of marijuana and possession of marijuana with intent to sell

within 1,500 feet of a school after an assistant principal notified the school resource officer, police said.

An investigation revealed Kaufman was “in possession of several marijuana brownies on NHS property,” police said.

Kaufman was released on $5,000 non-surety bond and is scheduled to appear in New Britain Superior Court Feb. 3.

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grade, before she went on to play the French horn at Martin Kellogg Middle School. It was there she took on the roles of the evil stepmother in “Cinderella” and Maria in “The Sound of Music.”

That was almost the end of stage time for Rizzuto, who wasn’t sure how serious she was about musical theater.

“I almost quit, but my teachers wouldn’t let me,” she said. “Then I realized how much I liked it and I’ve been doing it ever since.”

Now she spends nearly half her school day in the high school’s performing arts wing.

“I love it more than anything,” Rizzuto added. “I don’t know where I’d be without it.”

She credits her teachers with helping her build a strong foundation in the arts and not letting her give up.

One mentor is Kris McMurray, artistic director of the Connecticut Cabaret Theatre, where Grace starred in “The Beverly Hillbillies” and “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.” “He’s gotten me really involved in the reality of performing and this business, and I’m extremely grateful for that,” Rizzuto said.

Theater is now a serious passion for Rizzuto, who hopes to study the performing arts and either linguistics or genealogy in college.

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NEWINGTON POLICE BLOTTER Newington police report the following: Steven Crockett, 28, of 78 Sexton St., New Britain, was charged Jan. 2 with sixth-degree larceny.

Joseph Dougherty, 22, of 98 Griswoldville Ave., was charged Jan. 6 with operating an unregistered motor vehicle and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Elvis Lopez, 38, of 60 Ridge St., New Haven, was charged Jan. 7 with third-degree burglary, conspiracy to commit third-degree burglary, fifth-degree larceny, conspiracy to commit fifth-degree larceny, four counts credit card theft, criminal attempt to commit illegal use of a credit card and third-degree criminal mischief.

Joseph Dennis, 32, of 43 Thomas St., Vernon, was charged Jan. 7 with first-degree robbery, conspiracy to commit first-degree robbery, sixth-degree larceny and conspiracy to commit sixth-degree larceny.

Jacob Cone, 23, of 740 Church St., was charged Jan. 7 with first-degree failure to appear.

Carin Tucker, 35, of 85 Highgate Road, was charged Jan. 7 with sixth-degree larceny.

Anquan Jenkins, 29, of 83 Main St., was charged Jan. 8 with third-degree sexual assault.

John Kraszewski, 47, of 62 Laurel St., East Haven, was charged Jan. 8 with third-degree burglary, conspiracy to commit third-degree burglary, fifth-degree larceny, conspiracy to commit fifth-degree larceny, credit card fraud, four counts credit card theft and conspiracy to commit credit card theft.

Ronnie Roy, 25, of 20 Henry St., Manchester, was charged Jan. 8 with sixth-degree larceny.

Cierra Wolfe, 31, of 53 Kim Drive, New Britain, was charged Jan. 9 with sixth-degree larceny.

Brandon Loura, 30, of 293 Long Hill Drive, Glastonbury, was charged Jan. 9 with possession of narcotics and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Michael Mannuele, 25 of 44 Magnolia St., was charged Jan. 11 with threatening, disorderly conduct and first-degree criminal attempt to assault.

Dolores Dobkins, 45, of 436 Willard Ave., was charged Jan. 12 with disorderly conduct, and third-degree assault.

Joseph Dobransky, 37, of 233 Redstone Hill, Bristol, was charged Jan. 12 with disorderly conduct.

William Smart, 47, of 1518 Willard Ave., was charged Jan. 12 with disorderly conduct.

Janet Rippel, 50, of 45 Evergreen Road, was charged Jan. 13 with criminal violation of a protective order, disorderly conduct, criminal attempt to commit second-degree burglary and second-degree criminal mischief.

Keith Duperry, 34, of 63 Elliott St., Hartford, was charged Jan. 14 with two counts second-degree failure to appear.

Tomasz Matuszewski, 35, of 143 Jordan St., New Britain, was charged Jan. 14 with sixth-degree larceny and second-degree failure to appear.

Gilberto Rodriguez-Santiago, 26, of 65 Highgate Road, was charged Jan. 14 with using a motor vehicle without owner’s permission, two counts first-degree sexual assault, three counts risk of injury to a minor and fourth-degree sexual assault.

Edward Tehrani, 45, of 442 Churchill Drive, was charged Jan. 15 with issuing a bad check and fifth-degree larceny.

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Police chief selection underway

By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — A consultant hired to assist the town in choosing a new chief of police will likely start reviewing candidates next week.

Town Manager John Salomone told town councilors at their last meeting that he expected to hire BadgeQuest, a Massachusettsbased consulting firm, at a cost of $12,000 to 18,000, depending on the services contracted.

Salomone indicated the company had experience in chief selections and had worked with the town previously to conduct an exam on sergeants. Furthermore, the fact that they don’t have ties to Connecticut means the consultant could take a fresh look at the position.

Police Chief Richard Mulhall retired in early December after 12 years of service with the Newington Police Department and more than 30 years in law enforcement. Salomone appointed Lt. Nick Miano as interim chief before Mulhall’s departure, and he will serve until a new chief is selected.

The first review of candidates should be completed by March 1, after which they will be tested. Semi-finalists will receive oral interviews before the end of March.

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In early April, two or three finalists will undergo in-person interviews and background checks before an offer is made.

“Hopefully if everything goes well with the sequence we’ll have a new police chief by the end of April,” Salomone said, adding, “I’m pleased that it’s proceeding well at this point.”

Majority Leader Terry Borjeson praised him for keeping the council and the public informed of his

progress.

“I don’t think anyone can argue we have a transparent process — one that is fair to both internal and external candidates,” Borjeson said.

Salomone said he hoped to introduce the consultant to councilors at their next meeting, Tuesday, Jan. 27.

Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 801-5097, or eschmitt@ newbritainherald.com.

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Letter: Department of Human Services thanks community for support of Holiday Food, Toy and Gift Program

Dear town residents and organizations: homemade Thanksgiving cards made by a 4-year-old little girl, a local neighThe Newington Department of borhood organized a food/fund raising Human Services thanks all of the vol- Turkey Trot walk held Thanksgiving unteers, civic organizations, religious morning, and a 10-year-old youth groups, schools, businesses and indi- requesting food donations for our food vidual residents for their energetic and bank in lieu of birthday presents. In generous support for the Holiday Food, addition, one of the most important Toy and Gift Program. aspect of this program is the volunteer The holiday programs help house- participation of individuals from civic, holds consisting of families, children, religious, schools, town departments, single adults, senior citizens and per- business groups and the community at sons with disabilities. All of these large. Our list of contributors is endhouseholds are experiencing financial less with financial contributions, food hardship due to issues such as chron- collections, donations of gifts and toys ic illness, un/underemployment, fixed and many groups contributing by sponor reduced income and/or increased soring households. There were over expenses.

100 individual volunteers who helped This year, a total of 434 households staff pick up food donations, sort and representing just under one thousand distribute food and gifts, deliver to Newington residents were served by the homebound residents, move food from holiday programs. There were 80 home- one location to another in town hall, bound residents who had their baskets and restock the food bank for housedelivered by volunteers. All food bas- hold recipients. kets were distributed in November and The Department of Human Services gift baskets in December. Close to 300 is very grateful to the community for its turkeys and thousands of nonperishable whole-hearted support and generosity. food items were collected and donated While we are unable to list all of the by many organizations and individuals. volunteers and contributors, we want In December, there were over 3,000 to express our sincere appreciation to toys and gifts donated for the Holiday all of the organizations and individuals Toy and Gift Program, serving over who helped to make this year brighter 400 children and close to 600 adults for those Newington residents in need. and seniors. Numerous contributions I would also like to especially thank by organizations and individuals were our department staff and other town made to the Holiday Food, Toy and Gift employees who put their hearts into Program, and for ongoing operation of making the holidays brighter for our the Food Bank, Special Needs Fund residents. and Emergency Energy Assistance.

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Rep. Byron looks to expand Grand reopening mental health group home services HARTFORD — In an effort to increase quality mental health care and better relay that message, state Rep. Gary Byron (R-Newington) is proposing taking a new look at providing group home services.

Under his new bill, H.B. 5627, Byron believes the state Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) should explore the feasibility and benefits of expanding group home services. Byron, a freshman lawmaker, also directs the DMHAS commissioner to provide additional information to parents about the mental health group home model.

“First, we need to ensure quality services are there and in place,” Byron said.

“Next, we need to do a better job of communicating these quality programs and services to people looking for those answers. If a group home is a top-notch program, and there are parents looking

for that option, we should be able to relay that information seamlessly.”

Byron is a member of the legislature’s Human Services Committee — which will take a look at many mental health measures this year — and the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) Caucus, which takes an in-depth look at streamlining state government while addressing shortfalls in services.

Group home settings are reserved for eligible individuals with “serious and disabling” mental illness, according to DMHAS. These rehabilitation homes serve as alternatives for individuals requiring more than self-care or non-hospital settings.

Byron believes the limited scope of group home services needs to be analyzed deeper.

“This proposal takes a look at our current services and aims to delve deeper so we can help some of our most vulnerable citizens,” Byron said.

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NEWINGTON — Back by popular demand, the Newington Children’s Theatre Company’s Sing, Song and Dance! Musical Theatre has opened enrollment for it’s February session.

Classes will take place on Saturdays, beginning Feb. 7 from 10:15 to 11 a.m. for ages 5-7 and 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. for ages 8-12. Participants will learn music and choreography from three popular Broadway shows.

A parent showcase will immediately follow the final class session on Feb. 28.

No experience or audition necessary.

Registration required. Cost: $75 There are still a few spaces in NCTC’s upcoming classes “Explore-A-Story” (ages 5-7) and “In Performance” (ages 5-8).

“Explore-A-Story” offers a playful introduction to performing. Over a four- week session, kids will have opportunity to learn basic acting skills through the retelling of a familiar fairytale. They will also create costume pieces to utilize in a showcase for family and friends immediately following the final class.

“Wake Up, Princess,” explores the story of Sleeping Beauty and will run

Feb. 3 through 24. “Ahh-Ah-Ahh-AhAhh!!!” explores the story of Tarzan and will run March 17 to April 7. Classes are held on Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. No previous experience or audition required. Cost: $75 Ready to be part of a full production?

“In Performance” classes are held on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. or Saturdays from 9 to 10 a.m. Throughout the four-week session, kids have the opportunity to learn basic acting skills and put them right to use as part of the ensemble of our current main stage production. “In Performance: Charlotte’s Web” will begin Feb. 7. “In Performance: Once on This Island” will begin April 25. In addition to the four classes, participants are required to attend two evening rehearsals with the full cast. No previous experience or audition required. Cost: $100.

All classes, rehearsals and performances will be held at the NCTC Performing Arts Theatre located at 743 North Mountain Road in Newington.

Registration forms are available online (www.NCTCArts.org) as well as the theatre. For more information, please call (860) 666-NCTC (6282) or visit www.NCTCArts.org.

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WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY TIME TO TALK: Wethersfield Library’s “Time to Talk,” a free conversation group for new English language speakers meets Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. Adult English language learners are invited to come develop conversation and speaking skills in a warm, friendly environment. This program is free and open to the public. Registration is not required.

For more information, call the library at (860) 257-2811, or visit the library at 515 Silas Deane Hwy., Wethersfield.

use lap tops provided by the library.

Registration is required. Microsoft Excel meets at 6:30 p.m. Learn the basics of a spreadsheet program.

You will be taught how to enter data, format cells, as well as work with formulas, tables and charts.

Students will use laptop computers provided by the library. Registration is required. Register in person at the library or by calling the Adult Services Information Desk at (860) 257-2811, or email registrations to library@wethersfieldlibrary.org.

JANUARY ART EXHIBIT: An exhibit by the students of Wethersfield Academy for the Arts instructor Nick Frasco is on display at the Wethersfield Library through Jan. 30. The exhibit consists of portraits, still lifes, landscapes and more by students aged 6 to 16 along with one piece by their instructor. The library is located at 515 Silas Deane Hwy. For information and directions to the Library, visit www.wethersfieldlibrary.org or call 257-2821.

SECOND SATURDAY CINEMA: Second Saturday Cinema at Wethersfield Library meets Feb. 14 for a 1:30 p.m. showing of George Steven’s 1943 film “The More the Merrier” starring Jean Arthur and Joel McCrea. During the World War II housing shortage in Washington, two men and a woman share a single apartment and the older man plays Cupid to the other two. 104 minutes. Second Saturday Cinema is free and open to the public. Registration is not required. For information, call the library at (860) 257-2811, or visit the library at 515 Silas Deane Hwy.

INTRODUCTION TO HYPNOTHERAPY PROGRAM: Resolve to make 2015 your best year! The librry will host a wellness workshop on Tuesday, Feb. 3 with Alicia O’Hara, certified clinical behavioral therapist. “Introduction to Hypnotherapy” meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3. While remaining in control, understand how hypnotherapy works directly with your subconscious mind to achieve a sleep-like or trance state, enabling the release of unwanted blocks and obstacles.

Registration is suggested. The program is funded by the Friends of the Wethersfield Library and open to all.

Register in person at the Wethersfield Library or by calling the Adult Services Information Desk at (860) 257-2811, or email registrations to library@wethersfieldlibrary.org.

FRIENDS OF THE WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY MEETING: The Friends of the Wethersfield Library will hold their February meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, at the Library. All meetings are open to the public.

COMPUTER CLASSES: The library is offering four computer classes in February. Wednesday, Feb. 11 Introduction to Microsoft Word (2013) will meet at 10:30 am. Learn everything you need to create a letter.

You will be shown how to format, layout and print your document.

Students will use lap tops provided by the library. No experience necessary. Registration is required. Printing Tax Forms from the Internet will meet at 2:30 p.m. Confused about how to find and print your federal and state tax forms from the internet? Learn how at the library. No tax advice will be given. No recommendations about which forms you need or how to file taxes electronically will be offered. Registration is required. Two additional classes will be offered Monday, Feb. 23. Introduction to eMail will meet at 2:30 p.m. Learn the fundamentals of sending and receiving email. You do not need to own a computer to have an email account. Students will

WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY CLOSED PRESIDENTS’ DAY: The Wethersfield Library will be closed for Presidents’ Day, Monday, Feb. 16. The library’s non-holiday hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, and 1 to 5 p.m.

Sunday. At any time, the library may be reached on the internet at www. wethersfieldlibrary.org where you may search the catalog, use the online databases, download an audio book, ask a reference question, or renew, reserve or request a book.

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WETHERSFIELD EVENTS DINING AND ACTIVITY BOOKS FUNDRAISER: Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club (GFWC) is selling Taste Dining & Activity Books for $25. The books feature local family and finer dining as well as activities for the entire family.

Proceeds from the sale of the books support community service projects. For more information, call (860) 666-8862 or (860) 6657981.

COMEDY NIGHT: Comedy Night is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 23 at CenterPoint Community Church, 840 Silas Deane Hwy. Join us as we watch an evening of fun and laughter as we watch Tim Hawkins’ “The Worst.” Admission is free and the public is welcome to attend.

Coffee and tea will be served prior to the 7 p.m. show time. Consider inviting a friend and bringing a dessert to share. For more information, contact Pastor Chris Skowronek at (860) 571-8415.

CHRISTMAS TREE DROP OFF LOCATIONS: The town of Wethersfield will not be picking up Christmas trees curbside. Residents can drop off their Christmas trees at Mill Woods by the skate park, the transfer station (Monday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.) and 30 Greenfield St. in the pool parking lot. For additional information, visit the town of Wethersfield’s website at wethersfieldct.com or contact the Physical Services Department at

(860) 721-2846.

SOUPER BOWL: “SOUPer Bowl Sunday – With A Twist”: Join the fun Sunday, Feb. 1 at CenterPoint Community Church, 840 Silas Deane Hwy. Bring your favorite homemade soup to be judged by an impartial juror, prior to watching the Super Bowl game on our large screen. Prizes will be awarded for the best soup. Doors open at 5 p.m. Jurying begins at 5:30 p.m.

Admission is free and the public is welcome to attend. Coffee and tea will be served. Consider inviting a friend and bringing “half-time” snacks and/or a dessert to share.

For more information, contact Pastor Chris Skowronek at (860) 571-8415.

AARP TAX-AIDE: AARP Tax-Aide, a free program, provides income tax preparation assistance for low and middle-income taxpayers of all ages, with special attention to those 60 and older. If married, both husband and wife should be present during an income tax counseling session. Taxpayers must bring all information and documents received that apply to their 2014 income taxes including copies of all 2014 state/federal income tax forms; all income reports (1099 Forms) received for pensions, Social Security, interest/dividends, wages or any other income; all documents that relate to deductible expenses, social security numbers and identification for all household

members. Sessions are held at the William J. Pitkin Community Center Wednesdays from Feb. 4 until April 15. To schedule an appointment with a certified Tax-Aide counselor call the Wethersfield Social & Youth Services office at (860) 7212977. Note: If Wethersfield Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather the Tax-Aide Session will be closed, too. You must call and schedule a new appointment.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: Family Movie Night is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 20 at CenterPoint Community Church, 840 Silas Deane Hwy. Join us as we watch “When the Game Stands Tall”: the journey of legendary football coach Bob Ladouceur, who took the De La Salle High School Spartans from obscurity to a 151-game winning streak that shattered all records for any American sport. This movie is rated PG, so bring the whole family. Admission is free and the public is welcome to attend. Coffee and tea will be served prior to the 7 p.m. show time. Consider inviting a friend and bringing a dessert to share. For more information, contact Pastor Chris Skowronek at (860) 571-8415.

SUPPORT GROUPS TAKING BREAK: The Moving Forward and Divorce Support Groups at First Congregational Church, 355 Main St., CromwelL, will be taking a break.

The groups will continue on Friday, March 6, at 6:30 p.m.

Children’s Events TAKE YOUR CHILD TO THE LIBRARY DAY: Wethersfield Library Children’s Services invites you to Take Your Child to the Library Day Saturday, Feb. 7. Move and groove all day at the library. Children of all ages are invited to join us at 10:30 a.m. for Hoop Lovers! Hula Hoop with Amanda Blake. Learn about the history of hula hooping; watch a special hula hoop performance by Ms. Amanda and enter a hula hoop contest!

Children ages 3 and up come and join the fun at Zumba Kids at 2 p.m.

Groovin’ to music that gets kids (and parents) movin’! Registration is ongoing for Wethersfield residents.

Nonresidents may register beginning Jan. 26. For information, call the Wethersfield Library Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801 or online at www.wethersfieldlibrary. org/kids.htm.

SATURDAY STORIES: The Wethersfield Library offers year-round Saturday Stories for preschoolers at 10:30 a.m. Drop-in fun with books, songs and movement for the whole family. Registration is not required. For more information, call the Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801, visit the library or www. wethersfieldlibrary.org/kids.htm

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NEWINGTON EVENTS DINING AND ACTIVITY BOOKS FUNDRAISER: Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club (GFWC) is selling Taste Dining & Activity Books for $25. The books feature local family and finer dining as well as activities for the entire family. Proceeds from the sale of the books support community service projects. For more information, call (860) 666-8862 or (860) 665-7981.

NEWINGTON HIGH SCHOOL CHAMBER CHOIR: On Sunday, Feb. 8, at 4 p.m., the Newington High School Chamber Choir under the direction of Christopher Clark will perform at Church of Christ, Congregational, 1075 Main St., Newington. The program will be an entertaining mix of accompanied and a cappella songs, including material from their recent CD. The Newington High School Chamber Choir has a long tradition of dedication, talent and pride. This group is made up of 30 auditioned singers. The NHS Chamber Choir has performed at the White House for President Clinton and the following New York City churches: St. Paul’s Chapel, Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, Trinity Church on Wall

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Street and the Holy Redeemer Church.

They have been a featured choir at the CT Association of Board of Education conferences, the American Association of School Personnel Administrators conference, and many other public performances in and out of school.

This year they were invited to perform at the Empire State Building and the Governor’s Mansion in Hartford. In addition to their performances, the group is very active in outreach projects.

This will be their 12th year of working with the Ronald McDonald Houses in New Haven and NYC, bringing holiday spirit, music, and hope to the children and families. Free-will offering and reception.newingtonucc.org (860) 666-4689.

to sign-up and “register” your culinary contribution.

POT LUCK SUPPER: St. Mary Women’s Club will hold a Pot Luck Supper at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9 in the Parish Hall, 626 Willard Ave. Bring your favorite Pot Luck Dish (appetizer, salad or entree) and enjoy a delightful and tasty evening with your fellow parishioners.

Dessert will be provided. All members of the parish are welcome. Call Trish by Wednesday, Feb. 4 at (860) 202-7773

ST. MARY SCHOOL OPEN HOUSES: St. Mary School in Newington will host several Open Houses next week for families interested in the school. The school will be open for information and tours Sunday, Jan. 25, from noon to 2 p.m., and, again, Thursday, Jan. 29, at 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. St. Mary School accepts children of all faiths in PreK3 through Grade 8. Catholic

SINGING VALENTINES: Looking for a unique gift to give your sweetheart this coming Valentine’s Day? Surprise her with a Singing Valentine performed by an authentic barbershop quartet from the Insurance City Chorus. Singing Valentines will be delivered to West Hartford/Newington and adjoining towns including Hartford and New Britain Friday, Feb. 13 and Saturday, Feb. 14. A Singing Valentine costs $45 and includes a song sung in barbershop harmony style, a personalized card, a rose and a small box of chocolates. To place an order for a Singing Valentine, call (860) 985-8008.

Schools provide a safe and welcoming environment for all and students receive an education based on knowledge, faith and service. At St. Mary School all of our classroom teachers are Connecticut State Certified and prepare students to be productive citizens and future leaders. For further information, visit our website: www. stmarynewington.com or call the school at (860) 666-3844. For specific questions about admissions, contact our Director of Admissions: jtortora@ stmarynewington.com NOT FOR PROFIT CEDAR MOUNTAIN COMMONS HOSTS OPEN HOUSE: An open house at beautiful Cedar Mountain Commons, a not for profit independent and assisted living community, will be held Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Marie Pugliese, retirement counselor, will facilitate the event. Refreshments will be served. Cedar Mountain Commons is located at 3 John H. Stewart Drive.

For more information or to RSVP, call Marie Pugliese, (860) 665-7901.

Cedar Mountain Commons, a department of Hartford Hospital, is a not for

profit independent and assisted living community.

SENIOR AND DISABLED CENTER NEEDS COMMUNITY’S EXPERTISE: The Newington Senior and Disabled Center is seeking National Accreditation for the third time. The center, located at 120 Cedar St., was the first in Connecticut to achieve this distinction from the National Council on Aging’s National Institute of Senior Centers (NCOA-NISC). The first step toward accreditation is to engage in a self-assessment process with a broad evaluation of operations and strategic planning. The center is seeking community members with expertise, experience or passion in the listed areas to assist in the evaluation. The time commitment is approximately eight to 10 hours over the course of three months. The areas are governance, volunteer management, program development (enrichment, adult education, wellness, intergenerational, active living etc.), fiscal management, architecture and/or interior design and transportation. Call Dianne Stone at (860) 665-8768 for more information

NEWINGTON LIBRARY For Adults and Teens BROWN BAG IT WITH A DOCUMENTARY — FETCHING DOCUMENTARIES: Thursdays, noon. This year the winter reading theme is pets and animals.

What better way to celebrate this theme than to show a series of documentaries about some very special animals during this five-week program. No registration necessary. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Jan. 29 — Cats: Caressing the Tiger — A National Geographic film reveals that domestic cats are never far removed from their cousins in the wild.

50 minutes.

Feb. 5 — Fabulous Frogs — Sir David Attenborough takes us on a journey through the weird and wonderful world of frogs. 60 minutes.

Feb. 12 — DisneyNature: Bears — Showcases a year in the life of a bear family as two impressionable young cubs are taught life’s most important lessons. 78 minutes.

SONGS OF FREEDOM: Tuesday, Jan. 20, 7 p.m. (Snow Date: Jan. 27) Soulful soprano Jolie Rocke Brown will help us celebrate Martin Luther King Day by singing Songs of Freedom. The late Maya Angelou wrote, “Jolie Rocke Brown sings with such passion … and compassion.” Brown has graced the stages of Carnegie Weill Recital Hall, Bushnell Hall with the Hartford Symphony Orchestra and Connecticut Opera and the Houston Ebony Opera.

No registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

ENCORE: USING THE NEW LIBRARY COMPUTER CATALOG: Monday, Jan. 26, 6:30 p.m. or Tuesday, Jan. 27, 10:30 a.m. Learn how to use Encore.

Some of the topics covered will be searching for library materials, placing and freezing holds, making lists, and accessing your library account. This class will be a demonstration. Call (860) 665-8700 to register.

FRIENDS WINE AND CHEESE SOCIAL: On Friday, Jan. 23 the Friends of the Lucy Robbins Welles Library will host

the annual Wine & Cheese Social in the Community Room of the library from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are available for $12 in advance at the Adult Information Desk or $15 at the door, and participants must be 21 or older to attend. Connecticut Beverage Mart will supply wine, cheese and locally-brewed beers, and will guide participants through tastings in the Community Room. There will also be a teacup raffle with fabulous gift basket prizes, and the Trainer Sisters will provide live entertainment to accompany good friends and conversation. The Wine & Cheese Social is an annual fundraiser organized by the Friends in order to raise money to cover the costs of the library’s collection and other materials that support programming. The Friends’ largest fundraiser is the annual Book Sale, which takes place twice a year at the Senior Center, across the street from the library.

In case of inclement weather, a snow date has been set for Jan. 30.

29, 6:30 p.m. Join us for this handson class and learn how easy it is to download eBooks through the library’s Overdrive collection. Register at the Adult Information Desk or call (860) 665-8700.

For Children FAMILY STORYTIME: Every Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round. No registration is necessary.

PET SATURDAYS: Saturdays, Jan. 24, and 31, and Feb. 7 and 14, 10 to 4 p.m. On Saturdays during our winter reading program we will set up the MakerSpace table with pet themed activities. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

GET STARTED EREADING WITH OVERDRIVE EBOOKS!: Thursday, Jan.

CONSTRUCTION CLUB: Saturday, Jan. 24, 1 to 2 p.m. Come to our monthly gathering to build projects with Lego bricks. Due to safety concerns, infants and toddlers will not be allowed in the room. Call (860) 665-8720 to

and book your appointment in your town, call the following numbers: Berlin: Contact Tina Doyle at (860) 8287006; Newington: Contact Charlene Magnano at (860) 665-8778; Rocky Hill: Contact Lori DiPietro at (860) 721-2824; Wethersfield: Contact Lisa Gallipo at (860) 721-2979. Donations are generously accepted for this service.

for those caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. The Support Group is open to the public. The Atrium does offer Adult Daycare during the duration of the support group at no cost. The Group meets every second Saturday at 2 p.m. For more information contact Erin Hall at (860) 563-5588, or ehall@benchmarkquality.com

SUPPORT GROUP: The Atrium at Rocky Hill offers a Support Group

TOPS of Rocky Hill/Wethersfield [a nonprofit weight loss support group]

register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

HALF-DAY FUN: Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Cats, cats, cats! Today it’s an afternoon of crafts, stories and games highlighting Hello Kitty vs. Pete the Cat. No registration necessary.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

TALES TO TAILS: Thursday, Jan. 29, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children who need to boost their reading skills may sign up for a 15-minute session reading to Jessie, a certified therapy dog. Call (860) 665-8720 to register. Donated

by Kerry Lurate, Registered Therapy Dog Trainer.

STUFFED PET ADOPTION DAY: Saturday, Jan. 31, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by to adopt a new pet! You’ll get an adoption certificate, make a name tag and find out lots of cool things about your pet. To ensure we have enough pet supplies, please call the Children’s Department to register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

ROCKY HILL EVENTS MEMORY IMPAIRMENT PACKETS AVAILABLE: The Atrium at Rocky Hill is offering information packets for those needing more information and resources on memory impairment, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. For more information, contact For more information contact Erin Hall with The Atrium at Rocky Hill, (860) 563-5588, or email, ehall@benchmarkquality. com.

HEALTH DISTRICT OFFERS FREE

DENTAL CLEANINGS: Are you over the age of 60, live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield and are in need of a dental cleaning? If so, the Central Connecticut Health District (CCHD) has a service for you! In partnership with the North Central Agency on Aging, CCHD is providing free dental cleaning clinics to individuals age 60 and over who live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield. To find out the schedule

meets weekly Wednesday evenings at Mapleview Health and Rehabilitation Center, 856 Maple St. (Route 3), Rocky Hill. Meetings begin with weigh-ins starting at 6:30 p.m. The chapter is open to all, however, program content will emphasize taking off and keeping off weight following bariatric surgery. More information and contacts can be found at www. meetup.com/TOPS-AFTER-BARIATRIC-SURGERY.

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Indians pull away from Knights late

Gladiators beat Vinal in overtime

By CAMERON MCDONOUGH STAFF WRITER

SOUTHINGTON — The Newington and Southington boys basketball teams were locked in a tight one at halftime Tuesday night before the Indians pulled away for a 62-38 win.

Newington had the lead but only by a slim 27-23 advantage at the half. But then Newington took control with an impressive effort in the third quarter. By the time the horn sounded for the fourth quarter, its lead ballooned from four all the way up to 24. And that effort in the third was more than enough for Newington to turn a close game into a blowout victory.

Leading the way for Newington in the win were Jared Simmons (23 points and 6 assists) and Pablo Ortiz (11 points and six rebounds). Dante Phillip chipped in with 10 points.

Michael Pagano was the only player to reach double digits for the Blue Knights with 13 points.

With the win, Newington is now 8-2.

Southington, meanwhile, is now 1-9.

Goodwin Tech 60, Vinal Tech 57 (OT): The Gladiators forced overtime thanks to a 26-6 advantage in points in the fourth quarter. And once the two teams got to overtime, Goodwin Tech made the comeback official. Kaid Almontaser had a monster game for Goodwin Tech with 23 points, but he wasn’t the only one who scored in double digits for the visitors. Francisco Santiago (13 points) and Antonio Franceschi (11 points) came up big on the scoreboard, too. With the win Goodwin Tech is now 5-5 on the year.

Middletown 63, Berlin 49: The Redcoats fell to 3-7 on the year after a tough home loss to Middletown. Berlin couldn’t get much working on offense as Middletown forced roughly 15 turnovers and applied pressure on the ball all night.

As a result, the Redcoats trailed 18-6 at the end of the first quarter. They were competitive in the final three frames, but they couldn’t overcome the rough start. Leading the way for Berlin were Evan McKinnon (15 points) and Dom Nuzzo (12 points and 10 rebounds). Ryan Cop also pitched in with seven rebounds.

Bulkeley 60, Plainville 38: The Blue Devils were only down 12-10 at the end of the first quarter, but they went on to score just nine points in the next two quarters combined. As a result they got blown out

by Bulkeley on the road. The Blue Devils did have one player — Austin Butler — reach double digits in scoring with 11 points. With the loss Plainville is now 2-8 on the season.

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Goodwin Tech 47, Vinal Tech 27: The Gladiators improved to 9-3 on the year with a convincing win over Vinal Tech.

Goodwin Tech only had a one-point lead at the end of the first quarter, but it pulled away with a strong performance in the second frame. Cheyenne Ravenell led all scorers with 16 points for the Gladiators.

Nashaley Viera only had three points, but she came up big with nine rebounds and five steals.

TUESDAY’S RESULTS

BOYS BASKETBALL Newington 62, Southington 38 At Southington Newington 14 13 24 11 —62 Southington 12 11 4 11 —38 NEWINGTON: Jared Simmons 10-2-23, Zachary Tinkham 0-0-0, Connor Buckley 0-0-0, Cameron Fedina 0-3-3, Pablo Ortiz 4-3-11, Nathanael Alleyne 2-0-4, Nicholas Guadarrama 3-0-7, Dante Phillip 5-0-10, Brett Frank 1-0-2, Cooper Johnson 1-0-2. Totals: 26-8-62.

SOUTHINGTON: Michael Taylor 4-1-9, Michael Pagano 6-1-13, Johnathan Mikosz 1-0-2, Nathan Blitz 2-0-5, Michael Defeo 0-1-1, Mark Lindberg 2-0-6. Totals: 15-3-38.

Three-point goals: Simmons (N), Guadarrama (N), Blitz (S), Lindberg (S) 2.

Records: Newington 8-2, Southington 1-9.

Goodwin Tech 60, Vinal Tech 57 (OT) At Vinal Tech Goodwin Tech 11 6 18 26 6 —60 Vinal Tech 9 21 18 6 3 —57 GOODWIN TECH: Kaid Almontaser 8-7-23, Francisco Santiago 5-313, Romeo Lozada 1-0-2, Antonio Franceschi 5-1-11, O’Shea McKensie 2-3-7, Tom Hughes 2-0-4. Totals: 20-40-60.

VINAL TECH: Jordan Sanders 1-0-2, Denzell Woodland 8-1-18, Deion Abrincoles 9-3-25, Curtis Anderson 1-4-6, Robert Parker 1-1-3.

Totals: 20-9-57.

Three-point goals: Abrincoles (VT) 4, Woodland (VT).

Records: Goodwin Tech 5-5, Vinal Tech 5-4.

Middletown 63, Berlin 49 At Berlin Middletown 18 13 18 14 —63 Berlin 6 13 15 15 —49 MIDDLETOWN: Jordan Robinson 3-0-8, Savon Williams 5-2-13, Caylen Williams 2-9-13, Makai Hunter 2-2-6, DeAaron Lawrence 2-0-5, Tyshaun James 1-3-5, Aveon Woods 0-2-2, Ahmod Privott 4-1-10, Jalen Woodberry 0-1-1. Totals: 19-20-63.

BERLIN: Danny Garofalo 1-0-2, Adam Litwinko 2-0-4, Evan McKinnon 6-0-15, Kyle Mahoney 2-0-5, Jake McCarthy 2-1-5, Dom Nuzzo 3-6-12, Ryan Cop 2-1-5, Evan Cornwall 0-1-1. Totals: 18-9-49.

Three-point goals: Robinson (M) 2, Williams (M), Lawrence (M), Privott (M), McKinnon (B) 3, Mahoney (B).

Records: Middletown 10-0, Berlin 3-7.

Bulkeley 60, Plainville 38 At Bulkeley Plainville 10 3 6 17 —38 Bulkeley 12 17 18 13 —60 PLAINVILLE: Mikal Salmon 1-1-3, Austin Butler 4-2-11, Andrew Schuman 0-1-1, Tim Dixon 3-2-9, Matthew Festa 1-0-2, Keandre Blue 2-6-8, Nick Lestini 1-0-2. Totals: 9-12-38.

BULKELEY: Devante Davis 6-2-16, Malik Starks 3-2-9, Javon Alston 5-7-17, Mason Miles 1-0-2, Corey Turner 1-0-2, Dwight Carp 0-2-2, Ian Tardif 1-0-3, Neify Mercedes 2-0-5, Carlos Ortiz 0-1-1. Totals: 19-14-60.

Three-point goals: Butler (P), Dixon (P), Davis (B) 2, Starks (B), Tardif (B), Mercedes (B).

Records: Plainville 2-8, Bulkeley 5-5.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Goodwin Tech 47, Vinal Tech 27 At Goodwin Tech Vinal Tech 8 8 5 6 —27 Goodwin Tech 9 16 16 9 —47 VINAL TECH: Christina Harrison 2-0-5, Donna Agogliati 1-0-3, Monique Cloutier 0-1-1, Kyla Winston 2-3-7, Desiree Deschaine 2-3-7, Hazel Berrios 2-0-4. Totals: 9-7-27.

GOODWIN TECH: Idalis Lozada 2-2-6, Nashaley Viera 1-0-3, Cheyenne Ravenell 6-0-16, Mileyka Carpena 2-0-4, Jayda Santiago 1-0-2, Alyssa Lugo 2-2-6, Paola Barbosa 4-2-10. Totals: 20-6-47.

Three-point goals: Ravenell (GT) 4, Viera (GT), Harrison (VT), Agogliati (VT).

Records: Vinal Tech 4-7, Goodwin Tech 9-3.

BOYS SWIMMING Southington 100, East Hartford 81 At East Hartford RESULTS: Evan Bender, Matt Duszak, Kevin Corcoran and John Stevens (first in 200 medley relay), Nick Brazil, Zack Blake, Kevin Corcoran and P.J. Ramsey (first in 400 freestyle relay), Mack Golos (first in 200 freestyle), Blake (first in IM), Brazil (first in 50 freestyle), Corcoran (first in 100 butterfly), Ramsey (first in 100 freestyle), Austin Bull (first in 500 freestyle), Bender (first in 100 backstroke) and Stevens (first in 100 breaststroke).

Record: Southington 5-0.

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Boys Swimming Southington 100, East Hartford 81: The Blue Knights improved to 5-0 on the season with a convincing road win over East Hartford. Southington finished first in 10 of the events. Their winners included the team of Evan Bender, Matt Duszak, Kevin Corcoran and John Stevens in the 200 medley relay and Nick Brazil, Zack Blake, Kevin Corcoran and P.J. Ramsey in 400 freestyle relay.

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By CHRIS MCLAUGHLIN STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — In a game such as this one, it’s easy to look at the final score and assume nothing went right for the Newington Indians.

Offense was a struggle and the team ended up losing by 15, but there were still several positives, particularly on the defensive end, for the Indians.

Any time a team loses by double digits, defense is the first thing to be questioned, however, Newington’s defense was solid throughout. The Indians essentially took away Southington’s number one option on offense, in Natalie Wadolowski — a player that is nearly impossible to shutdown — by sending help every time she touched the ball, forcing her to pass out of double teams instead of allowing her to go 1-on-1 with the defender.

When the game began, shots not falling wasn’t the issue for the Indians, as they struggled to even get shots up. Turnovers were a big problem for Newington in the early going and contributed to Southington’s lead, however, after the break the Indians took much better care of the ball, and suddenly Southington’s offense slowed down. Newington also battled on the glass more in the second half, limiting Southington’s second-chance points. After scoring 25 in the first half, Southington was held to 14 in the second half.

“When we struggle on offense I need to make it easier for them,” head coach Rick Bangs said. “I’m not going to stop fighting for my team because they never stop fighting for me, but we can pull some positives out from this. We had some good stretches offensively, but we just went on too long of a drought, and against a good team you can only hold them down for so long.”

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Knights win defensive battle against Indians SOUTHINGTON 39, NEWINGTON 24

By CHRIS MCLAUGHLIN STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — It wasn’t pretty, but the Southington Blue Knights came out on top 39-24 over the Newington Indians in a defensive battle.

Points were hard to come by for both teams, as the Indians struggled to score through the Blue Knights defense, while Southington’s leading scorer, Natalie Wadolowski, was met with double and triple teams all game long. Southington senior Kaitlin Paterson led all scorers with 14, while Newington’s Julie Iskra led the Indians with eight.

The Blue Knights led from the beginning and never looked back, but needed a team effort to do so, as all five starters finished with at least four points.

“We know Newington is well coached and going to play scrappy so we knew we were going to have to earn every basket,” Southington head coach Mike Forgione said. “I thought overall we played very hard and we made the shots when we needed to make them.”

Southington began the contest jumping out to a 7-2 lead, and led by as many as 13 in the first half. While Newington did a great job limiting Wadolowski, her eight first-half points helped pace the Blue Knights early.

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at Newington

Southington — 11 14 8 6 — 39 Newington — 6 6 4 8 — 24 SOUTHINGTON: Kaitlin Paterson 5-1-14, Natalie Wadolowski 4-4-12, Hartlee Meier 1-2-4, Kayla Kavanagh 2-0-4, Sarah Minkiewicz 2-0-5. Totals: 14-7-39.

NEWINGTON: Julie Iskra 4-0-8, Abrial Murray 2-0-5, Kaila Lozada 1-0-2, Sarah Ericson 2-0-4, Emalie Freitas 2-0-5. Totals: 11-0-24.

Three-point goals: Paterson (S) 3, Minkiewicz (S) 1, Murray (N) 1, Freitas (N) 1.

Records: Southington 9-3, Newington 4-8.

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Southington’s Sarah Mankiewicz and Newington’s Kaila Lozada fight for the ball.

Indians, however, Iskra’s play in the first half kept Newington from being blown out. The senior made several nice plays on both ends of the court, and matched Wadolowski’s impact with eight points of her own and a couple blocks.

Although the Indians were able to cut the lead back to 10 with just a few seconds remaining in the second quarter, Sarah Minkiewicz drilled a three as time expired to deflate some of the momentum.

Little had gone right for the Indians in the first half, however in the second Newington did a much better job taking care of the ball and

fighting for rebounds. Offensively, Newington still struggled to score, finishing the third with just four points, but the Indians still brought intensity on the defensive end. The Indians held Southington to just two points for much of the third quarter, but six quick points in the final minute all but ended the game.

“When the team’s struggling it does no good to go into halftime and remind them of how much they’re struggling. So we went in and talked about fixing things and taking better care of the ball,” Newington head coach Rick Bangs said. “We played great in the third

quarter until the last couple minutes when they got some shots to go down.”

The Blue Knights went into the fourth with a 17-point lead, and with Newington’s offensive woes continuing, Southington had little difficulty closing it out.

“We had some good looks in third but we just couldn’t convert,” Forgione said. “I told the kids to just keep attacking and being aggressive and we got some in the end of the third to open up the lead and we never looked back.”

Following the victory, Southington improves to 9-3 with a spot in the state tournament already locked up. The Blue Knights move on to face New Britain Friday.

Newington, on the other hand, falls to 4-8, but with eight games remaining, the Indians still have a shot at the eight requisite wins to qualify for the tournament. However, a tough Northwest Catholic team awaits them on Friday.

Paterson steps up for Southington

By CHRIS MCLAUGHLIN STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — With the Newington Indians throwing everything they had at Natalie Wadolowski, someone else had to step up and make plays for the Blue Knights during Tuesday’s win over the Newington Indians, and Kaitlin Paterson gave Southington exactly what it needed.

The lone Blue Knight senior found her shooting stroke early in the contest and never lost it, provid-

ing consistent scoring throughout.

Southington did not have one of its best offensive performances, and there were long stretches where the Blue Knights struggled to score, however, every time they needed a basket, Paterson came through. Her shot was falling on the offensive end, however, Paterson is also a two-way player and had several big moments on the defensive end as well, finishing with three steals and an emphatic block.

The senior had a well-rounded

first half, but it wasn’t until the final minutes of the third quarter where she really stood out. Absolutely nothing was falling for the Blue Knights for the first six-plus minutes of the second half, however, Patterson stole the ball and finished the fastbreak layup through contact for the and-1. After converting from the line, Patterson splashed a three on the following possession, turning the reasonable lead of 11, into an insurmountable 17-point lead.

With sophomore guard Maggie

Meehan sidelined with a broken wrist, Paterson will be relied on more and more down the stretch of the season, and games such as this one prove she’s up to the task.

“Kaitlin and Natalie are the only two left standing right now” head coach Mike Forgione said. “We need both of them to be leaders on the offensive and defensive end.

They were taking away some of Natalie’s inside game, but Kaitlin made some outside shots that we really needed.”

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Artists from Newington and New Britain are among the winners in the Community Renewal Team’s gallery show, open from Jan. 16 to Feb. 4 at Capital Community College in Hartford.

The exhibit, which is the local affiliate of the National Arts Program, includes over 270 works by amateur, intermediate and professional adult artists, as well as children and youth.

Hundreds of artists from Greater Hartford and Middlesex County submitted their work, which was judged by respected area artists JoAnne Bauer, Andres Chaparro, Pat Fahy, Tracy Kane and Edjohnetta Miller.

Winners from Newington include Audrey Tucker, for her piece “Le Loup Blanc” (French for The White Wolf ); Carolyn Taggart for “Driftwood Music;” and Barbara Blaine for “Red Barn in Winter.”

A reception for the artists and a presentation of awards will be held at 1 p.m. on Jan. 24 in the auditorium on the 11th floor of Capital Community College, 950 Main St., Hartford.

Although entry to the show is free, the program awards cash prizes to children, youth and adults at the amateur, intermediate and professional levels.

The gallery is open for viewing Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.

This is the 24th year that the Community Renewal Team has sponsored this event, which encourages creative expression and provides an opportunity for artists to get public exposure.

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