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Pink power Business shows support for friend, Breast Cancer Awareness

By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — One local business is now pumping in the pink.

Modern Concrete Pumping Inc. at 22 Willard Ave., recently added a new pink concrete pump truck to its fleet in an effort to raise money for breast cancer research.

Not only are the company’s efforts in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but also family friend and Newington teacher Carol Corriveau, who is currently fighting breast cancer.

“We wanted to show our support for our good friend, so we put her name on the pump,” Owner Marcus King explained. “We felt that if we could get the word out by using our pumps it will increase awareness and hopefully provoke people to donate.”

The company plans on donating 20 percent of money earned for every yard of concrete poured through the shiny See COMPANY, Page 4

INSIDE Newington teacher Carol Corriveau poses in front of Modern Concrete Pumping Inc.’s new pink concrete pump truck.

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Newington companies win 2015 Family Business Awards

Companies with 25-75 Full-Time Employees HARTFORD — Twelve local businesses were 1st Place: M. Frank Higgins & Co. of Newington recognized Wednesday, Oct. 14 as some of the finest 2nd Place: C&C Janitorial Supplies, Inc. family-owned and operated firms in the Greater 3rd Place: PDS Engineering & Construction, Inc. Hartford region during the Hartford Business Journal’s 3rd Annual Family Business Awards at the Companies with 76-199 Full-Time Employees DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Bristol.

1st Place: United Steel, Inc. Those honored include three 2nd Place: The Kinsley Group business that call Newington 3rd Place: Altek Electronics, home — Fenn-Woode Inc. Apartments, M. Frank Higgins & Co. and C&C Janitorial Companies with 200+ FullSupplies, Inc. Time Employees “The Connecticut Family 1st Place: O&G Industries, Business Awards give us a Inc. wonderful opportunity to 2nd Place: The Gates acknowledge our region’s famAutomotive Group ily-owned businesses for their 3rd Place: EBP Supply hard-earned success,” said Joe Solutions Zwiebel, president and publisher of the Hartford Business JOE ZWIEBEL The event also featured a Journal. “We are thrilled to President, Hartford Business Journal keynote speech given by Tyler recognize this select group of Burke, President and CEO of outstanding organizations as we Turbine Technologies, entitled celebrate the region’s most successful firms.”

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The 2015 Family Business Awards winners were The 3rd Annual Family Business Awards were determined by a panel of judges from the following sponsored by Cox Business (presenting sponsor); companies: LootScout, Klingberg Family Centers Comcast Business, Mahoney Sabol & Company, and The Connecticut Forum.

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Presenting the candidates for Newington Town Council

By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON – Voters have less than two weeks before they head out to the polls. Below we have compiled brief profiles on each council hopeful. Larger profiles on Mayoral candidates will follow in next week’s issue.

Diana Casasanta Serra Democrat

Hartford schools, Nagel has lived in Newington for 32 years. He is an advocate for protecting open space — most recently supporting both grassroots initiatives Save Mill Pond Park and Save Cedar Mountain.

“We will continue to look for ways to eliminate redundancy in services,” she added, speaking of herself and fellow Republicans. “There cannot be a new day in Newington with the same party in power.”

ing budgets and stretching limited resources.”

Budrejko’s priorities include preserving open space and maintaining an excellent quality of life and services for residents of Newington.

Jim Marrochini Democrat

Carol Anest Democrat

Scott Soares Democrat

A lifelong Newington resident and council incumbent, Marrochini is seeking his second term. Before he was elected to the council he served on the town’s Economic Development Commission from 2007 to 2010, as chair from 2010 to 2013, and was a member of the Board of Parks and Recreation.

“If re-elected I have but one goal — to leave Newington a better place than I found it for our children and generations to come,” he said.

He advocates for creating a single plan to fix town buildings and schools in need of repair, while staggering bonding to pay for each project.

“It is time to come together as a community and put Newington first,” he said.

A lifelong Newington resident and council newcomer, Anest has worked as a senior paralegal with Gordon, Muir and Foley LLP for the last 32 years. She’s served on the town’s Plan and Zoning Commission for the last nine years and has been vice chairman since 2013.

“We take pride knowing we took the time to listen and evaluate before we vote,” she said of her experience on TPZ. “It is this cooperative spirit I hope to bring to Town Council.”

This past year she informed the TPZ of House Bill 6851, which would have created a transit corridor development authority to guide development around the busway.

Anest opposed the controversial bill, which was not brought to a vote by the General Assembly.

“We will continue to fight any legislation that takes local control away from us,” she said.

A member of the Board of Education since 2013, Soares is hoping for a seat on the council. The 25-year resident has been a service representative and organizer for the American Federation of State and Municipal Employees since 1999.

He chairs the town’s Superintendent Evaluation Committee, is a member of the Capital Improvement Committee and a former member of the Zoning Board of Appeals.

“It is important to me that we continue the tradition of excellence we have built in Newington over the years, with good schools and services,” Soares said.

If elected, he hopes to ease residents’ tax burdens by seeking out other revenue streams, promoting positive development around the busway and promoting a new initiative to keep the rising costs of town employee insurance in check.

Gail Budrejko Republican

Maureen Klett Republican

A council newcomer who was born and raised in Newington, Budrejko formerly worked for Aetna, the Peace Corps, Catholic Relief Services and the U.S. Department of Commerce.

She now works at Tabor House in Hartford, a transitional men’s housing program.

“I’ve learned the importance of listening and that knowledge and good ideas can come from a variety of sources,” Budrejko said, adding, “I also know the challenges of balanc-

A lifelong resident of Newington, Klett has served on the council since 2002 and was formerly vicechair of the Board of Education for seven years. She works for the State Department of Public Health. Over the years she has served on the Lucy Welles Robbins Building Expansion Committee, Newington Senior Center Building Committee, Parks and Recreation Turf Field Building Committee and the Republican Town Committee.

A council newcomer who moved to Newington in 1995, Serra has worked for Residential Management Services, Inc. in Kensington for 27 years, as an accounting manager. If elected, one of her biggest priorities would be growing the Grand List.

“Property taxes are a major issue and in order to provide proper town services we need to bring new businesses to Newington,” she said. “In order to keep our taxes low we need to promote smart growth, be fiscally responsible and encourage young families to move here.”

Bringing retail, dining and entertainment options to land around the town’s two CTfastrak stations is one way to do this, Serra pointed out.

Beth DelBuono She also advocates for keeping an Republican open dialogue between town officials Hoping to return to the council and residents. for a third term, DelBuono has lived “Transparency is a must.” in Newington for 42 years. She is a speech-language pathologist for the Dave Nagel Capitol Region Education Council.

Republican Before being appointed to the council Nagel is seeking his fifth term on in 2011 she served on the Board of the council, “to continue my commit- Education for eight years. ment to serve and give back to the “My experiences have taught me community,” he said. to take spending taxpayer money As council minority leader, very seriously, as if I am spending he is liaison to the Library Board, money from my own saving account,” Conservation Commission and DelBuono said.

Newington Senior & Disabled If reelected, she will look to mainCenter, but has served on 17 dif- tain the town’s high level of services ferent town committees over the while not increasing the tax burden years. A retired teacher in East on residents.

THE DEMOCRATS

Jim Marrochini

Diana Serra

Dave Wemett

Scott Soares

THE REPUBLICANS

Carol Anest

Beth DelBuono

Maureen Klett

Gail Budrejko

“My family and I don’t plan on retiring any where else, we love Newington,” she said. “The quality of life for everyone’s family — mine and yours — are very important to me.”

Dave Wemett Democrat A veteran U.S. Army Sgt., Wemmett has lived in Newington for the last 15 years. This is his first time running for council.

Wemett works as an information technology manager with the State Comptroller’s Office and formerly presided over CSEAlSEIU Chapter 55 for 20 years. If elected, he hopes to bring more balance to the needs of the town and schools, while maintaining the high level of services in Newington.

“People who care about their towns want good schools,” Wemett said. “Maintaining the excellence of schools is key to maintaining excellence in town.”

Tim Manke Republican A lifelong resident, Manke is currently on staff at the University of Connecticut Medical Center.

Although he has served on many town boards and commissions over the years, this is his first run for council.

He is a member of the Conservation Commission, Youth Adult Council, Human Rights Commission, Newington Memorial Day Parade Committee and Waterfall Festival Committee. He also serves on the Newington Citizens Emergency Response Team.

“I decided it was time for me to get more involved and make a real change in Newington,” Manke said.

“We need to start believing in each other again, listening to each other and working together. “

Dave Nagel

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Martin Kellogg Middle School honored by Project Tomorrow

Company paints truck pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, friend new pink pump.

Not only during this October, but for the entire life of the truck.

That’s usually around 20 years, according to King.

One of 18 trucks in the company’s fleet, the pink 20Meter (z) boom spends an average of four days in every work week out on jobs.

“This new machine is a popular size truck that many customers will request,” King said. “We are hoping it will be used every day to increase the amount of money we will be donating.”

Staff are also now sporting new company shirts in the color pink.

Corriveau works as a speech-language pathologist in the Newington school system, and was happy to hear about the fundraiser.

“I believe this pump will generate awareness for people to not only donate to a great cause but to remind women to make a mammogram appointment for themselves,” she said. “Whether it’s visible on the road or on a job site, I’m confident this will increase awareness.”

Corriveau’s husband Dean is a Newington police officer who used to work for another concrete pumping business. Because it is such a small industry, their family became close with staff at Modern Concrete over the years.

“They are a great family and have a lot of support and many people behind them,” King’s wife Paula said. “Carol was diagnosed a year ago this month. She just had a test recently and found out that she’s doing great.”

Although the Susan G. Komen

Foundation is a definite beneficiary of funds raised, the company is also in the process of choosing other area non-profit organizations dedicated to breast cancer awareness.

“We haven’t come up with a definite list yet but we want to keep everything local so women in the state of Connecticut can benefit from this,” Paula added.

Gail Marcus, chairwomen of Komen Connecticut’s Board of Directors, happens to be a breast cancer survivor herself.

“With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, individuals and businesses across the state are getting involved in the fight in many different ways,” Marcus said. “As a survivor, I am touched by the outpouring of support. We’re so grateful to our supporters and know that together, we will end breast cancer forever.”

To help the cause, contact Modern Concrete Pumping, Inc. at (860)-233-6362.

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

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Formerly known as Speak Up 200, Speak Up Loud and Clear is a collection of the top K-12 schools in the country that encourage and involve authentic student, parent, and teacher ideas and views in the education planning and decision-making.

Martin Kellogg Middle School received this national distinction from the 35,000 schools nationwide that have participated in the annual Speak Up surveys since 2003. More than 520,000 K-12 students, teachers, administrators and parents, representing over 8,000 public, private and charter schools from all around the country participated in the Speak Up 2014 surveys which were open for participation in fall 2014.

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New Chamber of Commerce app Newington Now out next week

By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — Residents will soon have a new resource to connect with local businesses, events and news.

Newington Now, a free application for mobile devices, is expected to officially launch on Monday, Oct. 26.

The new tool was developed by the Newington Chamber of Commerce and Picture This Productions, a web design and technology company owned by Chamber board member Michael Montgomery, who also chairs the Chamber’s marketing committee.

Another Chamber member sug-

gested the app and Montgomery created it.

Vistors to the Newington Waterfall Festival in September might have caught wind of the fact that the app would be coming soon.

“We originally intended for it to be a resource for Chamber members to connect with other businesses but now we’re trying to make it handy for anyone who lives or works in town,” Montgomery said.

The mobile-friendly website and free iOS and Android app features a directory of all 250 chamber members by company type. Each listing includes a business address, hours, phone number and website.

It even has the capability to calculate

geo-locations, to show users how far they are from any particular business. And because it is limited to Chamber members exclusively, staff think it may help increase membership.

“We’re hoping if this takes off people will be dying to join,” Montgomery explained.

Upcoming events in Newington and beyond are listed on another page. A form available on the site allows anyone to submit events, which will be posted once approved.

Other sections include town, state, United States and world news, along with local weather.

Newington Now creators imagine that town residents and local

The Newington Now mobile application is set to launch on Oct. 26.

business owners are likely to be their largest audience, but the hope is that visitors to town will find it useful as well.

“It will be a benefit to people who come to town events, to look

up places they can go to eat or shop afterwards,” Montgomery said.

Although the app was designed specifically for mobile devices, people can also access the site simply by visiting NewingtonNow.com.

Newington police search for person responsible for robbing Kelsey Street gas station

NEWINGTON — Police are investigating a robbery at the Valero gas station on Kelsey Street that occurred around 1:18 a.m. Tuesday morning.

The robber, described as a He was wearing a black “hoodHispanic male about 5 feet 6 or 7 ie” sweatshirt with a scarf over the inches tall with an average build, lower portion of his face, witnessdisplayed a handgun at the station es said. located at 194 Kelsey St. The suspect fled the store

on foot with an undetermined amount of cash and several packs of cigarettes, police said. He was last seen heading west on Kelsey Street into New Britain.

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St. Mary School gets special visitor

NEWINGTON — Rochelle Ripley, founder and president of hawkwing, a Glastonburybased non-profit benefiting the Cheyenne River Lakota Sioux Indian Reservation, recently visited St. Mary School.

St. Mary is conducting a food drive for this South Dakota Reservation where the average life expectancy is just 48 years and child poverty is close to 100 percent.

Ripley, who is Lakota, discussed her heritage, life on the Reservation, and the promise she made to her grandmother to help her people.

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Sioux Indian Reservation, and offers cross-cultural educational programs for the public.

The public is invited to drop off food donations at the school, 652 Willard Ave., for the food drive. Because of the poverty-driven medical problems suffered by many of the Lakota people, very specific foods are requested.

Whole grain, low-sugar cereals such as Cheerios and Shredded Wheat, low-salt vegetables and soups, and all-natural peanut butter without sugar or corn syrup are suggested.

Ripley has been named a 2015 CNN Hero. You can learn more about hawkwing by visiting Rochelle Ripley speaks to St. Mary School students during her recent visit to the school. www.hawkwing.org.

Six local students named AP Scholars at Kinsgwood Oxford in West Hartford

WEST HARTFORD — The College Board has announced that 51 Kingswood Oxford students — including six local residents — have been named AP Scholars for 2015, based on their exceptional achievement on the Advanced Placement exams they took in May. The group included one National AP Scholar, Cole Adams ‘15 of West Hartford, now a freshman at Brown University.

KO also had 25 AP Scholars with Distinction; 13 AP Scholars with Honor; and 13 AP Scholars.

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Wearing pink, three members of the Cedar Hill Toastmasters of Newington, teamed up to walk the 5K “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.” From left, Elizabeth Dobosz, Joyce Boncal and Martha Danielewicz.

Highway Department to begin annual leaf collection on Nov. 2 SPECIAL TO THE TOWN CRIER

NEWI NGTON — The Newington Highway Department ’s Annual Curbside Leaf Collection Program will begin Monday, Nov. 2.

For all streets West of W i l l a r d Avenue, collection is scheduled from Nov. 2 through Nov. 7.

All streets East of W i l l a r d Avenue, collection is scheduled from Nov. 9 through Nov. 14.

Depending on weather conditions, crews may enter into a section ahead of schedule or remain in an area longer than anticipated.

Please keep in mind, that an early snowfall hinders the department’s collection efforts. Therefore, residents are advised to rake leaves to the curb as soon as possible and use the above schedule as a guideline only.

Collection schedules can be obtained through the town’s website at www.newingtonct.

gov or by calling the Highway Department at (860) 667-5810.

The town will make at least two passes through each street (weather permitting).

Do not block sidewalks or rake leaves into the street Leaves in barrels, plastic bags, cardboard boxes or mixed with branches, sticks, household trash or any foreign matter will not be picked up.

State law requires leaves to be collected separately from the trash.

Do not put leaves or grass in your rubbish or recycling containers as they will not be picked up Residents have the option of bringing their leaves to the town’s landfill on Main Street just south of Churchill Park.

The landfill is open Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m., to 5 p.m.

Residents do not need a disposal permit to dispose of leaves at the landfill, however proof or residency will be required.

Please keep in mind that early snowfall can hinder the department’s collection efforts.

Residents are advised to rake leaves to the curb as soon as possible.

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Appraisals to be offered at the 15th Wethersfield Antiques Show SPECIAL TO THE TOWN CRIER

WETHERSFIELD — The 15th annual Wethersfield Antiques Show on Nov. 21 at the Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield Street, sponsored by Wethersfield Historical Society, showcases some of the finest dealers from the northeast in room setting booths displaying a wide range of early American and 19th century items.

A gala cocktail party opens the show Nov. 20 from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Admission to the preview party is $35 and includes an opportunity to “shop the show” early for that special something while enjoying beverages, delicious hors d’oeuvres, lively piano music and the chance to chat with the dealers. Patron tickets for the preview party can be purchased for $55. The show opens to the general public Saturday, Nov. 21 from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. Admission to the show is $8, or $7 with a discount coupon or show card.

The show will feature a new offering this year — verbal appraisals with four outstanding and well-known local personalities in the antiques trade. Those partic-

ipating in the appraisals, offered Society of Appraisers, who has a from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. are: David wide range of knowledge of art and Kimball of Stage Coach Gallery residential antiques and has been in Granby, a member of the New in the business over 40 years; and England Appraisers Association Arlene Shea of Wethersfield, who and a specialist in fine art and brings her over 40 years of expericonservation who has been in ence with jewelry, silver, glassware the business over 40 years; Missy (Lucille) LeClair of Clearinghouse A u c t i o n Galleries in Wethersfield, who has been active full-time in the family business for over 50 years and brings a wide knowledge of the full gamut of antiques and collectibles; Lamont McEvitt of Farmington, an accredited appraiser by the I n t e r n a t i on a l Items on display at a previous year’s Antiques Show.

and china. Verbal appraisals will be available to show visitors at a nominal cost of $5 for one item, $8 for two and $10 for a maximum of three items. Those with larger items are encouraged to bring photographs.

Historical society Director Amy Northrop Wittorff commented that “visitors to the show have been asking us for years to provide appraisals, so this year we are giving it a try. We hope that people who don’t necessarily collect antiques but may have inherited them will come to learn more about what they have.”

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Elaine St. Onge said this year’s show will welcome many returning and some new dealers.

The Sunflower Café will be serving lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the ever popular Attic Treasures area will feature gently used but nice collectibles donated by society members.

Proceeds from this major fund raising event will benefit historical society programs, including the educational programming offered year-round. Programs are provided free to students in Wethersfield public schools and for modest fees to outside towns. Funds also provide for the care of the Fountain of Service and the Hughes Memorial Gardens that grace the front of the Keeney Memorial Cultural Center, home to the Wethersfield Museum and the town’s Visitors Center, 200 Main St. The Pitkin Community Center offers free parking and easy accessibility on one floor. For more information, contact Wethersfield Historical Society at (860) 5297656 or by email at society@ wethersfieldhistory.org.

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Joshua Shulman Sharon Braverman Kevin Borrup Emily Guion Cindy Stamm For Constable

Fred Callahan

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Team Banach’s Vision for Growth and Progress  Grow our grand list by moving the gate further west on Alumni Road to provide up

to 20 acres of land for redevelopment. Encourage responsible redevelopment of National Welding and vacant buildings.  Grow our jobs by revitalizing Newington Junction industrial areas with retail, restaurant, medical and commercial buildings.  Grow our open space by encouraging preservation of the remaining 4% of undeveloped property and support our Town Plan and Zoning Commission in the rezoning of Cedar Mountain, Indian Hill Golf Course, Eddy and Deming Young Farms and our parks to open space zone for the enjoyment of future generations.

On November 3rd, vote Line “A” for the only Team with the vision for Newington’s future www.newingtondemocrats.com

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Letter: Support Letter: Look at property taxes Carol Anest produced ‘startling’ result To the Editor: I am asking Newington voters to cast their vote for Carol Anest on Nov. 3.

Carol has been an active member of the Newington community for over 27 years. She has voluntarily served on the Board of Education, the Zoning Board of Appeals, the Town Planning and Zoning Commission and many other local volunteer organizations. Along the way she has made many professional contacts and friendships with both local, state and federal officials.

Should you have an issue with government, who better to reach out to than someone who knows what to do and who to call?

Carol knows the people, the department, or agency that can best help you resolve your issue. Carol has a proven history of balancing a budget for the Board of Education, while at the same time maintaining the programs that Newington parents and students wanted preserved.

Carol was directly involved in the Newington’s 2020 plan to preserve Newington open space and last year she was rewarded by the CT Sierra Club, the most influential grass roots environmental organization.

When I am looking to hire someone, I am looking for experience and knowledge. Do you really want someone who has no experience and only complains about how things could be better? I don’t want my tax dollars to be spent on grand ideas or on someone who needs on the job training. Carol has the experience and has never been content to sit back and let others shoulder the burden.

A vote for Carol Anest on Nov. 3 is a vote for someone with integrity, compassion and experience in our Newington community.

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I just completed a full analysis of my real estate property taxes from 1986 thru 2015 (mill rate setting years). The results are startling.

From 1986 through 1995 (10 years) under Republican leadership, my taxes increased by $699.28 (average of $69.93 each year).

From year 1996 through 2005 (10 years) under Democratic leadership, my taxes increased by $1,716.99 (average of $171.70 each year).

Then in 2006 through 2011 (six years), once again under Republican leadership, my taxes increased by $764.16 (average of $127.36 each year).

In 2012 through 2015 (four years) again under Democratic leadership, my taxes skyrocketed by the largest amount of $1,293.82 (average of $323.46 each year).

From the above illustration, anyone should be able to tell that I received the smaller increases under Republican control ($699.28 + $764.16

= 1,463.44) and the larger increases under Democratic control ($1,716.99 + 1,293.12 = 3,010.81).

Figures don’t lie.

If every other taxpayer in Newington takes a good look at their July and January property tax bills/mortgage statements that detail these two amounts, they will find the same increases.

The above information should be of paramount importance to the taxpayers and voters in the upcoming election.

Bottom line: we all received the smaller tax increases over the last 30 years from Republican leadership and the largest from the Democratic leadership.

The question: Had enough?

I have and, as a registered Democrat, I will be voting for Roy Z and the entire Republican team on Nov. 3, 2015. Remember, every vote counts … you can make a difference!

Gary E. Bolles Newington

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Letter: Vote line B to keep ‘Newington’s dreams alive’ To the Editor:

I was put on the “New” Town Hall Building and Renovation Committee last November.

My hope was to Save the Building we already have, stick with one gym (two elementary school gyms still have tile floors! Fix them first.), be fiscally responsible, and renovate!

Sadly, that wasn’t on “the agenda.” It became very apparent that two gyms, maximum space needs, a bathroom and kitchenette for every department was “the agenda.”

OK, I get it, really I do. Ask for the maximum/dreams and hope to get somewhere in the middle/reality.

Negotiations 101.

Somewhere, along the way negotiations were thrown out, departments dream were to be met. With no problem leaving Newington Residents with the reality of another $30-40 million project?

Taking down a bigger building and replacing it with a smaller one? I for one, could not and would not support what was brought to the public.

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Letter: Support Serra for council To the Editor:

Diana Serra has been a colleague of mine for 27 years at Residential Management Services (RMS), a nonprofit provider of residential services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Diana is an excellent communicator, very intelligent, a good listener, a quick learner, extremely competent in dealing with financial matters and is able to work calmly under pressure. Diana has an accounting background and has used her financial expertise to work her way up to RMS Accounting Manager.

RMS has grown over the years since Diana has been with RMS. RMS has over 400 employees who provide residential services to over 200 individuals. I have often sought Diana out when I had questions about the individuals to whom we provide services and she has knew the answer right away or was able to promptly locate the information.

On Nov. 3, I encourage you to vote for Diana Serra for a seat on the Newington Town Council.

Michael Verrett Plainville

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NEWINGTON TOWN CRIER

Letter: Son voices support for mother, Carol Anest, for council To the Editor:

I am writing in support of my mom, Carol Anest, for Newington Town Council. She has been nothing but a tireless volunteer for the Town of Newington and most certainly deserves election to the Newington Town Council.

My mom has always been opposed to high density housing along the CTfastrak corridor.

As a member of the Town Plan

and Zoning Commission, she has continuously voted and voiced her support for local zoning control, proper planning, and responsible development around the CTfastrak stations. As a Town Councilor, you can expect her to listen to the people of Newington, no matter their age, gender, or political affiliation, on issues regarding CTfastrak.

My mom is also an advocate for open space and preserving

our beautiful parks in town. She was opposed to building the new Recreation Center at Mill Pond Park and she has been opposed to Toll Brothers’ development on Cedar Mountain. My mom, as a Town Councilor, will continue to preserve green space and will do everything in her power to augment the space we already have.

My mother has been the greatest mother I could ask for. Her tireless effort to raise me as a

young man of character will translate into a Town Councilor who will work tirelessly to make Newington into a model town for the rest of the state.

I urge all voters in our beautiful town, no matter your political affiliation, to vote for my mom, Carol Anest, for Town Council.

She will be the best fighter for Newington you could ask for.

Nick Grondin Newington

with our endeavor to Save Cedar Mountain from development, and is an open space advocate himself. Chris was involved in the negotiation process for the town to purchase the 28 acres to begin our quest to secure this beautiful open space, and remains committed to preserving not only the rest of Cedar Mountain, but as much open space as possible in our town.

In all of the years I have known Chris, he has always taken the time to listen, no matter what your party affiliation.

He’s a man of values, integrity,

and common sense. You can count on him to do the right thing.

I trust Chris with our beloved town under his leadership. We all want what is best for Newington, and with Chris’ experience on the Town Council, he knows how to get

things done. I have every confidence that Chris Banach is the right person to lead our town, and am happy and honored to enthusiastically support him as Newington’s next Mayor, along with the entire Democratic slate.

Bernadette Conway Newington

Letter: Banach a ‘man of values, integrity, and common sense’ To the Editor:

I have known Chris Banach and his family for over 20 years, beginning when our oldest children started out in the Newington school system together. Over these many years, I’ve seen Chris serve the community in many ways. One of them was serving on the Town Council for over six years.

I am extremely grateful that Chris was a council member at the time when the Cedar Mountain issue came up in 2006. He was very supportive

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Letter: Serra’s values, work ethic ‘will be invaluable’ To the Editor:

The upcoming election offers many new candidates; one candidate is my wife Diana Casasanta Serra who is running for Town Council.

Diana’s personnel values and her work ethic will be an invaluable to the Council, her experience as an accountant who is very well versed in analyzing financial statements, budgeting and audits will be an asset to the council.

Diana listens to people when they voice their concerns. I know because when Diana comes home after she’s been out door knocking we talk about the conversations she’s had with our residents and

there concerns, its Taxes, Town Hall Renovation, the Busway and Crime just to name a few.

Diana has the Heart, Intestinal Fortitude, Tenacity, and Willingness to work with others is something that we have not seen lately. Diana is a candidate for council because she wants to help make Newington a better place for all of us and for future generations.

We as residents find it easy to complain about what we don’t like but it takes someone willing to put themselves out there to make the changes we need and to say enough, enough taxes, enough careless spending that leads to higher taxes and enough infighting. She believes

we all need to work together to keep Newington strong.

I can tell you without reservation that Diana was against building the Town Hall in the park and did not support the referendum in 2014.

Diana has attended many of the Town Hall Reno meetings and either attends or watches the Council meetings. Diana has been very unhappy with the way some Councilors have conducted themselves and would like to be part of the New Council to be part of the solution to getting Newington back on track and with your support she will do just that.

Robert F. Serra Sr. Newington

Byron joins peers in calling for special session

HARTFORD — Following calls by hospitals,advocates for the disabled, and many others for legislative action to address Gov. Dannel Malloy’s recent budget cuts, Senate and House Republican legislators have all signed a petition seeking a special session of the General Assembly to rebuild the state budget.

Republican lawmakers submitted 79 petitions to the Office of the Secretary of the State signed by each and every Republican state lawmaker. To gain a majority, at least four Democrats in the Senate and 12 Democrats in the House will need to join Republicans in signing the petition.

“We need this special session to happen so that we can all work together to fix the broken budget and correct the recent misguided cuts,” Rep. Gary Byron, R-Newington, said.

“As legislators, we were elected to work as a group to come up with solutions. We weren’t elected to allow one person to dictate all policy.”

Letter: Banach right candidate to become Newington’s mayor To the Editor:

As 40-year residents of Newington, my wife Connie and I make it a priority to research the candidates running in our local elections. To us, it is important to know who is best capable to serve as Mayor of our town.

Chris Banach is that candidate.

As a past and present member of the Town Council, Chris works positively and effectively with both Republicans and Democrats.

The many challenges facing us require an experienced leader who can, on Day 1, tackle those challenges.

Experience is the key qualification here. Chris was an early opponent of the busway and has been a strong advocate for open space.

In fact, on open space, Chris led the fight for the

town to purchase the Marcap parcel of Cedar Mountain in 2011. Chris has also fought against the Toll Brothers’ project on Cedar Mountain.

Chris advocates for smart business growth that will not place additional burden on the residential taxpayers.

Chris is a well-liked, intelligent and highly respected life-long resident of our town.

A family man, Chris and his wife, Marge, raised their three children here in town.

Chris is a man of character and compassion. Like us, he loves Newington, and will do everything in his power to preserve, protect, and keep it the “family” town that we chose to call home.

Please join us and vote for Chris Banach for Mayor on Nov. 3.

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NEWINGTON POLICE BLOTTER Newington police report the following: Cristobal Rivera Jr., 28, of 85 Newbury St., Hartford, was charged Oct. 3 with weapon in motor vehicle and failure to grant right of way at private road.

Jalel Hadj-Salem, 26, of 12 Old Springfield Road, Stafford Springs, was charged Oct. 8 with sixth-degree larceny.

Jeannette Gonzalez, 22, of 63 Bridge St., Middletown, was charged Oct. 9 with criminal trespassing and sixth-degree larceny.

Augusto Deandrade, 48, of 25 Jubilee St., New Britain, was charged Oct. 10 with DUI and operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license.

Andrea D ube, 30, of 135 Gloucester Court, was charged Oct. 13 with disorderly conduct.

Anthony Paganetti, 29, of 135 Gloucester Court, was charged Oct. 13 with third-degree assault, third-degree strangulation, second-degree unlawful restraint and disorderly conduct.

Darcy Canales, 42, of 7 Central Ave., East Hartford, was charged Oct. 13 with sixth-degree larceny.

Willie Darby III, 25, of 434 S. Main St., New Britain, was charged Oct. 14 with sixth-degree larceny, conspiracy to commit sixth-degree larceny, operating a motor vehicle with suspended license and improper use of registration.

Javier Rosado, 34, of 92 Brooke St., Hartford, was charged Oct. 14 with sixth-degree larceny.

Michael Krish, 46, of 28 Eighth St., was charged Oct. 14 with breach of peace and using motor vehicle without owner’s permission.

Eric Talamini, 29, of no known address, was charged Oct. 15 with second-degree failure to appear.

Marc Llorens, 21, of 151 Standish St., Hartford, was charged Oct. 15 with sixth-degree larceny, possession of less than half-ounce of marijuana, improper use of plate, operating an unregistered motor vehicle, operating without a driver’s license and failure to

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David Alejos, 33, of 27 Cassilis Road, West Hartford, was charged Oct. 15 with second-degree criminal mischief and third-degree criminal trespass.

Richard Lastrina, 63, of 81 Winslow Drive, was charged Oct. 16 with driving under the influence, failure to maintain lane and failure to obey signal of an officer.

Kathryn Ciaffaglione, 49, of 59 Cobblestone Court, was charged Oct. 17 with two counts of second-degree failure to appear, first-degree failure to appear, failure to pay or plead.

Katherine Maternowski, 24, of 344 Connecticut Ave., was charged Oct. 17 with driving under the influence and failure to maintain lane.

Elias King, 20, of 2660 Berlin Turnpike, was charged Oct. 18 with failure to respond to infraction.

Geovanny Hernandez, 31, of 28 Sisson Ave., Hartford, was charged Oct. 18 with second-degree harassment and second-degree threatening.

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NEWINGTON LIBRARY NOTHING BUT THE BEST: The last film in a series of Frank Sinatra Films from the ’40s, ’50s, and ’60s will be shown at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4 . In honor of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Francis Albert Sinatra, CCSU Professor, author, and Sinatraphile, Gil Gigliotti will host the series. A short introduction before the screening will be followed by a closing discussion. Popcorn and lemonade will be served. Registration required. Sponsored

by Mary Ellen Procko and her family in memory of her husband Tom. Nov. 4 — “Von Ryan’s Express” (1965) Frank Sinatra, Trevor Howard, Raffaella Carrà, Brad Dexter. An American POW leads a group of mainly British prisoners to escape from the Germans in World War II. Running time 117 minutes.

NOW INTRODUCING: THE SAMSUNG GALAXY TABLET: Thursday, Oct. 29, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Come and welcome the newest addition to our circulating devices. This class demonstrates many of the features of the Samsung Galaxy tablets that are now available for checkout. Registration required.

TEEN HORROR MOVIE NIGHT: Friday, Oct. 30, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For ages 13 to 18. After hours scary movie night for teens! Come hang with your friends, eat tons of free food and watch a horror movie. Movie to be determined. Feel free to bring bean bag chairs, pillows or blankets. All movies are rated PG-13.

Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES (Unless noted in the program description,

registration is required for all Children’s programs in the Children’s Department or by calling (860) 665-8720.

FAMILY STORYTIME: Every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Stories, songs and more for the whole family all year ‘round.

PARENT — CHILD WORKSHOP: Mondays, Nov. 2 and 9, 6 to 7:30 p.m.* Tuesdays, Nov. 3 and 10, 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Family Place is presenting a four-week series of free workshops for parents and their 1 to 3-year-old children. Meet other families, share thoughts, and talk with librarians and child development experts as you play and read with your child. Find out about community services that can help you and your family. Brothers and sisters under 5 are invited to join the fun! Call to register. *A light supper will be served before the evening sessions. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

CONSTRUCTION CLUB: Saturday, Oct. 24, 1 to 2 p.m. Come to our monthly gathering to build projects with LEGO® bricks. Due to safety concerns, no infants or toddlers will be allowed in the room. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

PUMPKIN FEST!: Wednesday, Oct. 28, 6 to 8 p.m. It’s a Pumpkin-Palooza! Drop in to make different kinds of pumpkin crafts, or decorate a pumpkin that you bring from home. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

TALES TO TAILS: Thursday, Oct. 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.

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WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY BRIENNE TRIPP ARTIST OF THE MONTH: Photographs by Brienne Tripp will be on display in October at the Wethersfield Library. Tripp has been a Children’s Library Associate and captivating storyteller at the library for many years. She enjoys photographing wildlife, landscapes and plants, but her specialty is working with children. There is nothing more fulfilling for her than being able to capture a child’s personality and youthful innocence. Tripp has had a passion for photography for as long as she can remember. She continues to hone her talent through reading books and taking workshops on photography, lighting and photo editing. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Development and Family Relations from the University of Connecticut. The library is located at 515 Silas Deane Hwy. For information and directions to the library, visit www.wethersfieldlibrary. org or call (860) 257-2821.

SYDENSTRICKER GLASS ON DISPLAY: Sydenstricker glass plates from the collection of Wethersfield resident Leigh D’Agostino are on display this month at the Wethersfield Library. Sydenstricker glass is made on the Cape in Brewster, Mass. In the mid-1960’s Bill Sydenstricker developed a new craft inspired by the extensive research he had conducted while at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology on early Egyptian art. His efforts resulted in new and exciting glass designs produced by fusing colored glass powders between pieces of clear glass. D’Agostino has been collecting Sydenstricker glass for more than 20 years. The collection will be on display for the month of October. For information and directions to the library, visit www. wethersfieldlibrary.org or call (860) 257-2811.

PIZZA AND PAGES: Fourth through sixth-graders, come join the conversation. Pizza and Pages will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 27.

Come for pizza and join the discussion of “Great Trouble” by Deborah Hopkinson. Registration is required. Each year the Nutmeg Awards program nominates 10 quality intermediate books. Children read and discuss these titles and have fun talking about them. For registration information or for more information on this and other children’s programs, visit the library, 515 Silas Deane Hwy., Wethersfield, wethersfieldlibrary.org/kids.htm or call the children’s department at (860) 257-2801.

“AARP ROAD TO LIVABILITY” PRESENTATION: The library will host an informational workshop titled: “AARP Road to Livability.” Maintaining wellness and independence as we age is something we all have to deal with at some point. Join us Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. in the library’s Community Room for a discussion and visual presentation on independent living. This presentation will examine “What You Have” vs. “What You Need” to continue to live in your home. No matter what your stage of life, learn how to create a comfortable and safe home environment utilizing various caregiving resources. A demonstration of assisted devices is included in the presentation. The program is open to all. Registration is suggested. Register in person at the library, by calling the Adult Services Information Desk at (860) 257-2811, or email registrations to library@wethersfieldlibrary.org.

WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY BOARD MEETING: The Wethersfield Library Board will hold its October meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27 at the Library.

All meetings of the Board are open to the public.

For information, call (860) 257-2811.

“COPING WITH GRIEF AND LOSS DURING THE HOLIDAYS” PROGRAM: Many people find the holiday season to be a particularly difficult time of the year, especially after someone they love has died.

The library will host “Coping with Grief and Loss during the Holidays.” This program, to be held Tuesday, Nov. 3, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. will be presented

by Joe Colletti, a bereavement consultant and author. Attendees will receive copies of Colletti’s book “From the Heart: A Father’s Journey of Grief.”

Registration is strongly recommended. The program is funded by the Friends of the Wethersfield Library and open to all. Register in person at the library, by calling the Adult Services Information Desk at (860) 257-2811, or email registrations to library@wethersfieldlibrary.org.

COMPUTER CLASSES: The library is offering two computer classes Wednesday, Nov. 11. A Computer Basics class will meet at 10:30 a.m.

Never used a computer before? Learn the basics including mouse skills, highlighting, and storing files. Students will use laptop computers provided by the library. No experience necessary! Registration is required. On Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. Introduction to the Internet will meet.

Learn the basics of surfing the Internet. Discover what a browser is and how it works. Students will use laptop computers provided by the library. No computer skills are required for this class. Registration is required. Register in person at the library, by calling the Adult Services Information Desk at (860) 257-2811, or email registrations to library@

wethersfieldlibrary.org.

FOR CHILDREN NUTMEG NIBBLES: Second through fourth-graders, you’re invited to Nutmeg Nibbles, Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 4 p.m. Explore the Elementary Nutmeg Nominees with snacks, crafts and fun activities.

Registration is required. For registration information or for more information on this and other children’s programs, visit the library, www.wethersfieldlibrary.org/kids.htm or call the children’s department at (860) 257-2801.

WETHERSFIELD LIBRARY’S PUMPKIN JUDGING CONTEST AND PARADE: The library will hold a special Pumpkin Judging Contest and Parade for children and their families Thursday, Oct. 29, at 6 p.m. Come dressed in your Halloween costume with a pumpkin decorated or carved as your favorite book character. Receive tricks or treats as you parade around the library. Registration is required. For more information, or to register, visit the library or call the Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801.

DROP-IN STORY/PLAY TIME: The library invites children of all ages and their caregivers to come to Drop-in Playtime/Storytime. The drop-in playtime is held Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon. A librarian will be on hand at each session to share a short story and a song at 10:45 a.m. No registration is required. Children’s programs are canceled on any day when the Wethersfield Public Schools are closed due to weather. For more information, visit the library, go to wethersfieldlibrary.org, or call the Children’s Department at (860) 257-2801

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NEWINGTON EVENTS 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, fiscal management, architecture and/or interior design and transportation. Call Dianne Stone at (860) 665-8768 for more information.

Wednesday, Oct. 24 at the church.

The program for will be “Protect Your Identity” provided by TD Bank North in Newington. Bring your favorite dish, hot or cold vegetable, meat, salad or dessert to share and your place setting, Coffee and tea will be provided.

FREE CONCERT: “Pipescreams” is back! A fun, free, family-friendly concert, which will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23 at the Church of Christ, Congregational, 1075 Main St. Costumed organists play wild and spooky music. Video projection of the organists’ hands and feet, stage lighting, fog. Audience members are welcome to wear costumes. No applause allowed-just boos and hisses! Free-will donation goes to Hartford AGO young organist scholarship. Reception follows. newingtonucc

NEWINGTON KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS WINTER COAT DRIVE: The Newington Knights of Columbus Council 3884 is collecting coats for needy families at Sacred Heart Parish and Our Lady of Sorrows Parish in Hartford. The Coat Drive will end Nov. 21. New and slightly used winter coats can be dropped off at the Newington Knights of Columbus, 171 Pascone Place (entrance in rear), Monday through Friday, from 3 to 8 p.m. Members are also available to pick up coats. Call 860-665-7232 for pick-up, leave a message, and a member will make arrangement for the pick-up.

POT LUCK SUPPER: The Ladies Guild of the Church of the Holy Spirit, 183 Church St. will hold their annual Pot Luck Supper meeting at 5:30 p.m.

FALL FAMILY & FRIENDS BREAKFAST: St. Mary School in Newington will host the first of its popular Sunday breakfasts Sunday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m. until noon in the school gym.

Working on a fall theme, the menu will feature Apple Cinnamon Waffles, Veggie Frittatas, Home Fries, Fresh Fruit, Home Made Granola, Baked Goods and more, all prepared by a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. Cost of the breakfast is $8 per adult and $5 for children and seniors, with a maximum charge of $30 per family. Tickets are available at St. Mary School Office, 652 Willard Ave. For more information, call (860) 666-3844.

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Michelle Lombardo, owner and licensed Zumba® Fitness instructor and AFAA certified group fitness instructor, is celebrating four years at the Rocky Hill location. 500 students pass through the doors on a weekly basis to enjoy the nearly 20 hourly classes that are offered for only a $7 drop in fee. To round out her students’ fitness program, yoga is offered two times per week by certified yoga instructors, Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. and Saturdays at 8:15 a.m. The yoga classes are for all body types and all skill levels and focus on increasing strength, balance, flexibility, circulation

and mental focus. For monthly-pass information and class schedule, visit www.wickedzfitness.com.

SUPPORT GROUP: The Atrium at Rocky Hill offers a Support Group 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 TOPS of Rocky Hill/Wethersfield [a nonprofit weight loss support group] meets weekly Wednesday evenings at Mapleview Health and Rehabilitation Center, 856 Maple St. (Route 3), Rocky Hill. Meetings begin with weighins 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.

Local News will hold its Fall Rummage sale Sunday, Oct. 25 and Monday, Oct. 26 at the Temple, 41 West Hartford Road.

Sale items include clothing, household items, books, knickknacks, and small appliances. Sunday hours are noon to 3 p.m. Admission is $1. Monday hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday is Bag Day, when shoppers pay one low price per full bag. Temple Sinai is a non-profit organization. Proceeds from this sale support Temple and Religious School activities. For directions or further information, call the Temple Sinai office at (860) 561-1055.

COFFEE HOUR WITH STATE REP. GARY BYRON: A Coffee Hour with state Rep. Gary Byron will be held at 8 a.m. Monday, Oct. 26 at King Donut, 289 Main St. The event is open to the public. For more information, contact Daniel Davis at Daniel.Davis@cga.ct.gov or call (860) 240-8705.

MAYORAL CANDIDATES TO SPEAK: Mayoral candidates Christopher Banach (D) and Roy Zartarian (R) invite Newington residents to a free-admission information session at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26 in the Great Room of the Paradise Pizza Restaurant, 10 East St., New Britain, hosted by the Newington Kiwanis Club. Banach and Zartarian will speak and answer questions from the audience. Moderator will be TV and radio personality Steve Parker.

More information about the candidates is available at http://newingtonrepublicans.org/Mayor and http://www.newingtondemocrats. com This event is hosted by the Kiwanis Club, Dan Henry President, as part of its quarter century-old series of open-to-the-public free admission public forums which feature a noted speaker or event on the last Monday of each month except May and December. Those who wish to dine should come earlier before the program and may order from the Paradise regular cash menu. For more information about the event, call (860) 207-3333 or E-mail acohen102@cox.net.

ST. MARY WOMEN’S CLUB MEETING: St. Mary Women’s Club will hold its November meeting at 7 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 9 in the parish hall.

The theme for the evening will be “food craft,” rather than our usual November arts & crafts. A few of our members will demonstrate the making of several different ice cream desserts, and afterward, we will enjoy samples during an icecream social! Come and join us for a fun, and delicious, evening!

CRAFTERS, VENDORS, NEEDED: St. Mary Women’s Club in Newington is looking for crafters and vendors for its annual Christmas Craft Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 29 at the church, 626 Willard Ave. Call Joanne Andrews at (860) 666-8927 to reserve your space or for more information.

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a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 at the church, 124 Maple Hill Ave. The event is free to the public. (860) 666-3331. Pumpkin Patch, Christmas Boutique, concessions (with homemade soup), bake sale (with specialty breads), door prizes (quilt baskets), music, pumpkin painting, children’s craft area and free babysitting. Non-perishable food items will be accepted.

PARKING BAN: Effective Sunday, Nov. 1, the Newington Police Department will enforce the overnight parking ban throughout Newington.

The ordinance prohibits parking for more than 30 minutes between the hours of 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. on any street. This parking ban insures proper sanding and plowing operations and helps prevent accidents on snowy or icy roads. Motorists requiring an exception from this ordinance due to an emergency situation are urged to contact the Newington Police Department at (860) 666-8445, Ext. 6114. The Police Department urges the continued cooperation of all residents and motorists.

MEETING THE CHALLENGES OF TRANSGENDER YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIES: A presentation on Meeting the Challenges of Transgender Youth and Their Families will be held Wednesday, Nov. 4 at Grace Episcopal Church, 124 Maple Hill Ave., from 6 to 8:30 p.m. with time for a Q&A until 9 p.m. Call Mitch Page, LCSW, to register at: 860667-3141. Cost is $25 per person.

All proceeds beyond our costs go to LGBTQ Youth Services. Approved for 2.5 CECs by NASW/CT and meets the cultural competency requirement for licensure renewal. This presentation is designed for parents and helping professionals and will discuss: Helping parents understand, accept and support a transgender and gender nonconforming child; advocating for a transgender or gender nonconforming child at school; changes to legal documentation and consideration of medical interventions. More information about the book and an extensive list of resources for parents can be found at: www.HelpingYourTransgenderTeen.com FALL WINE TASTING, AUCTION: A Fall Wine Tasting and Auction will be held at St. Mary School, Willard Avenue, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14. The event, typically held in the spring, will feature Live, Silent and Penny Auctions as well as a Punch Wall, 50/50 and more.

In addition to a variety of wines to sample, the admission price includes a sumptuous array of food presented in “small plate” style; this year the menu includes beef Bourguignon, shrimp tacos, Monte Cristo sliders, butternut squash ravioli and more. The dessert table will include chocolate lava cakes, raspberry white chocolate mousse and lemon meringuecCupcakes; all prepared by a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. The price of admission remains at $20 per person and tables of 10 are only $180. (a limited

number of tables is available) The evening will be hosted by David LaManna and live entertainment will include the Xavier High School Jazz Combo. For information and tickets, call (860) 666-3844 or visit the school’s website at www.stmarynewington.com PAINT PARTY — NEWINGTON FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT NEWINGTON ART LEAGUE INC. SCHOLARSHIP FUND: Paint Party — Newington, a fundraiser to benefit the Newington Art League Inc. Scholarship Fund will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 18 at Bertucci’s, 2929 Berlin Turnpike. Bring your friends (age 21 and over please) and have a blast while creating a finished 16 x 20 painting with stepby-step instruction. The cost is $30 per person, which is non-refundable.

Call (860) 666-5026 to register. After confirmation of your registration, send your check to Flo Dickie, 23 Frederick St., Newington, CT 06111.

NEWINGTON COMMISSION TO HOST HOLIDAY EVENT FOR BUSINESSES: The Newington Economic Development Commission will once again host a holiday event to celebrate the town’s business community and offer a unique networking opportunity for local developers, businesses, entrepreneurs and town officials.

“The business community is tremendously important to Newington and we want to celebrate their immense contributions,” said Economic Development Commission Chairman Fernando Rosa. “This is a great opportunity to recognize what they do for our community, and to hear how we can help them be as successful as possible in Newington.” During the event, the Economic Development Commission will once again present the town’s Business of the Year award. The Commission also plans to recognize other long-standing businesses in town. Nominations for both awards are encouraged.

The holiday event is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 3, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Portuguese Club of Hartford, 730 N. Mountain Road. Admission is free. An RSVP is requested, but not required. For nominations, information, or to RSVP, contact Craig Minor, Newington Town Planner at (860) 665-8575 or cminor@ newingtonct.gov.

WETHERSFIELD EVENTS SETBACK CLUB: The Wethersfield Setback Club meets every Friday at Pitkin Community Center on Greenfield Street. New players age 55 and over are always welcome.

Setback games begin at noon, but come earlier to enjoy free refreshments. For additional information, contact Joe Mehan at (860) 258-0662.

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Newington trounces Wethersfield

Indians make statement, get back on track

NEWINGTON 8, WETHERSFIELD 0

At Newington Halftime: 5-0 Goals: Karle Welles (3) (N), McKenna Gerander (3) (N), Maryjane Johnson (N), Diana Pinho (N) Assists: Gerander (N), Welles (N), Makayla Dempsey Records: Newington 8-4, Wethersfield 2-10

By DAVID GLOVACH STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON —The Indians wanted to come out and make a statement during their game against Wethersfield Tuesday afternoon.

By the time the game clock wound down to triple zeros, and the teams walked off the field, the statement was heard loud and clear as Newington routed the Eagles 8-0.

“Well, today was a game where we had to come out strong,” Indians head coach Paul Macchi said. “We did not play well our last two games. We lost to a team last week [in Windsor] we should have won and went into overtime. Luckily enough, we won the first [of those games], but we should not have been in overtime last week.

“We wanted to come out today and play strong. We worked hard in practice because we have big games coming up, so today was all about getting ready for those games and we had to come out and dominate and we did.”

It took a little while to get things started and after a finding themselves near Wethersfield’s goal in the early part of the game to no avail, Karle Welles hit in the first goal of the game 13 minutes in. It would be the first of three on the day for the junior forward.

That play seemed to spark the Newington offense and from

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McKenna Gerander (front) scored three goals for Newington during the team’s game against Wethersfield Tuesday.

there the floodgates opened.

The Indians were relentless in their attack and wave after wave of shots found its way in and around the opposing goal. After Welles notched her goal, it was followed up by a quick succession of three more goals by the team within two minutes of one another.

By the end of the first half, the Indians had built up a 5-0 lead, with Welles scoring two and teammate McKenna Gerander — who also finished the game with three goals of her own — recording two of her own. The two players often acted as a onetwo punch.

“The last couple of games, we haven’t scored in regulation,” Welles, who also finished the game with an assist, said. “So this is a big thing for us. We came out strong and worked as a team. It was just great.”

Throughout much of the game, especially in the first half, the Indians controlled the ball, keeping possession on Wethersfield’s half of the field. There were very few, if any, shots or pressures on Newington goalie, Neve Marion.

Despite what looked to be a high quality level of defensive play Macchi said his team’s defense could still be a bit better.

“I glad it looked [like the

defense played well], I actually wasn’t happy with the defense,” Macchi said. “I though we let the ball go on our sticks a little bit, but that’s what we talked about at halftime, that I including our goalie had mentioned that our defense said they weren’t doing their best. I think we picked it up a bit more in the second half.”

The second half played out much like the first, with the Indians dominating the Eagles.

Wethersfield still could not get anything going offensively, while Newington continued to put its foot on the gas pedal, increasing the pressure on the Eagles.

Newington scored anoth-

not been kept from scoring in that she does not often swim. the final three events of the meet. Teammate Kerry Buchanan took A number of first place in GIRLS SWIMMING Blue Knights both the 200 Southington 92, Newington 83 At Southington came away with freestyle and the Kerry Buchanan (S) 200 Free (1st), 500 strong finishes. Highlights: Free (1st); Olivia Fournier (S) 200 IM (1st); Ally Schro- 500 freestyle.

(S) 50 Free (1st), 100 Back (1st), Sam Sagnella O l i v i a eder A l l y (S) 100 fly (1st); Evelyn Holbrook (S) 100 Free (1st); Greenlaw (S) 100 breastroke (1st); Lindsey Schroeder took Fournier contin- Bethany Mangiafco (N) 200 Free (2nd); Aniela Zawisza (N) 1 ued her strong mtr (1st); Aliana Ayuso (N) 1 mtr (2nd) first place in two season with a events as fell, win in the 200 IM, an event earning top marks in the 50 free-

style and 100 backstroke.

That was just a few of the top performers on the day for the Blue Knights.

In total, the Southington swim team took 11 events Tuesday afternoon.

It was a different story for Newington.

Overall, it was a tough day for the team. Aniela Zawisza and

er three goals with Welles and Gerander putting one in net apiece. Nothing seemed to go wrong for the Indians that afternoon as the team’s eight goal of the day was scored by Diana Pinho with eight second left on the game clock.

For the game, Newington had four different players score, something Macchi has his team work on.

“We try to work on, when we do certain drills, to have certain girls doing different positions because when a team has multiple people that can score you can’t defend it as easily,” the head coach said. “If only one of us can score than I know as the opposing coach I can have somebody on her as much as possible and it’s much harder for them, but when we have four, five, six girls that can score, it’s hard for the defense to do that.

With another game in the books, the Indians know they have some tough games left of the schedule, but perhaps this game will help the team finish the season on a strong note.

“We have some hard teams coming up, so this will definitely push us [and] make us have some more fight in us,” Welles said.

“Know that we’re here to play and here to win.”

David Glovach can be reached at (860) 801-5085 or dglovach@newbritainherald.com On Twitter: @DavidGlovach

Indians swimmers fall to Blue Knights in Southington STAFF REPORT

SOUTHINGTON — It was a local matchup as the Blue Knights took on Newington in girls swimming.

In the end it was Southington that came out on top of the Indians 92-83, moving the Knights to 6-2 on the year.

The score could have been much worse had Southington

the best first for any event the Indians took part in when she took first place in the 1 meter diving. Her diving mate, Aliana Ayusa took second place for the event.

Other than those two, Newington’s Lindsey Mangiafco had the best finish for any event the Indians swam when she took second place in the 200 freestyle.

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Newington football building foundation for successful future STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — A high school football coach must achieve an interesting balance each year.

First, he is responsible for doing all he can to help his team each game, and as many contests as possible during the season. A good coach, however, is also always working on bettering his program for the future.

Winning now matters, but winning consistently over time is the ultimate goal.

Over the next few weeks, the Newington Indians are going to try and do both.

At 2-3 the Indians likely aren’t going to go to the postseason this year, but that won’t prevent them from finishing the season as well as possible, particularly for the seniors who want to go out with a winning record.

Chief among those seniors is Ben Maycock, the newly-minted running back whose shift from tight end to the backfield has reshaped the Newington offense. Maycock hadn’t played football in two years and when he returned this year was at a different position, but has been a revelation at running back despite

all the adjustment he has had to make.

“We’ve established where people fit and what we can get out of them,” Newington coach Eric Hennessy said. “Ben struggled a little bit early but the light bulb went off against Maloney. Against E.O. Smith he showed he’s a special player. With Ben it just took a little time to get a feel for the game again.”

The Newington offense is about more than Maycock, but it has started to find its way because of him. “(Moving Maycock) took pressure off other players. We’re playing together now as a team. It opens up Isaac Ortiz at wide receiver and it helped Corey Pertillar to be a change of pace back,” Hennessy said. “And it has helped (quarterback Nick Guadarrama) because now we have receivers more wide open because the defense is focusing on the run.”

Another power back, Brandon Kamansky, is only a freshman, but he represents where Newington hopes its program is going.

“He gets better every week,” Hennessy said. “He’s a battering ram power running teams need. He has shown tremendous growth.”

Development is crucial for these Indians, who will return more than half their starters next year. The losses Newington has suffered early this season have been the price for the tinkering which must come with playing younger players as well as the mistakes they make when thrown into the fire. Many of those miscues have come on the defensive side of the ball.

“We have to take away big plays,” Hennessy said. “Against Maloney and Platt it was big plays that hurt us. We’d give up a third and long and give momentum back. The other thing we have to do is play a complete game. We’ll play two good quarters and two bad ones.”

One highlight on the defensive side has been sophomore free safety Luke Pappalardo, who has impressed Hennessy with his rapid ascension.

“He’s growing up into a special player,” Hennessy said.

While losses have been the price for development, the lessons learned and experience gained could set up the Indians for success in the long run. Not only will the playing time received this year help the Indians going forward, but Newington

seems ready to turn things around in the second half of the season this year.

“The second half of this year is huge for the growth of our program,” Hennessy said. “If we do well we go into next year with confidence and knowing the lumps they took in the first half have paid off. That could be the difference in changing the culture of football in Newington for a long time to come.

If we have a great end of the year it could set us up for years to come.”

It would also help Hennessy achieve all of his goals. A winning season which could be the star to of greater success down the line would be a perfect 2015, even if the record won’t be perfect.

Matt Straub can be reached at (860) 801-5203 or mstraub@newbritainherald.com

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