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A new figurehead has been chosen to promote the town’s economic growth and spur development, while preserving what’s important to Newington residents. After a lengthy selection process to replace recently-retired Town Planner Ed Meehan, town officials chose Bristol resident Craig Minor, who held the same position in Cromwell for 22 years. A Town Council subcommittee picked Craig “One thing I found interesting is that Minor, who worked for 22 years as town planCromwell and Newington are very simi- ner in Cromwell, as the new town planner. lar,” said chairman of the Town Plan & Zoning Commission Dave Pruett, who Volume 53, No. 11 Free will be working closely with Minor to review business applications as well as zoning and subdivision applications that come through the town. “Route 372 in Cromwell is very similar to the Berlin Turnpike and residential areas

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arealsosimilartothoseinNewington,” he added of the comparison, which will provide Minor a smooth transition into town. A Town Council subcommittee helped narrow down the list of 25 original applicants to four highlyqualified individuals who were then interviewed by the full council. The Town Planner is the only department head the council is responsible for hiring, a delegation that may soon be changed by the FREE EXAMS

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But their confidence is very apparent in choosing Minor, who Pruett thinks will make an excellent asset to the town of Newington. “Nobody can replace Ed, he was a very unique individual, but this will give Craig a goal and a challenge to try and do that,” he said earlier this week, adding, “I’ve got the utmost confidence in Craig’s ability.” Before being appointed town planner in Cromwell, Minor had a wealth of experience in the field — once serving as land use and zoning enforcement director in Litchfield, project Coordinator for the Bristol Development Authority and a program administrator in New Britain. Minor has a bachelor’s degree in comparative urban development from the University of Connecticut and a master’s degree in urban and regional development from the University of California. He will begin work Monday, April 16 and plans on attending the Town Plan & Zoning Commission’s meeting next Wednesday, April 11.

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Artistic director looks to instill in dancers sense of self-esteem, accomplishment By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

The Newington Youth Ballet has been in rehearsals since their October inception and will finally perform their first ballet “The Legend of the Magical Forest� Saturday, April 21 at Central Connecticut State University in New Britain. The 50 ballerinas, many national and international champions — range in age from 7 to 17 and are from all over Connecticut and Massachusetts, where Artistic Director and Founder Jane Alissa Levin, a Newington resident, teaches in five different dance studios. Levin has an extensive background in the arts, performing professionally with The New York City Ballet and as a soloist with The Ballet Atlantic. Many of her students have also gone on to perform professionally with the Royal Ballet in London, the American

out there with sports and with school, I think sometimes we forget to give back to the community and they lose the idea that their gifts, their talents, can benefit others.� The dancers will start by sharing their art at local nursing homes, rehab centers and hospitals. “Many residents of these places are completely forgotten, they have

Ballet Theater in New York City, the Rockettes, on the hit TV show “So You Think You Can Danceâ€? and in various music videos and commercials. One even made an appearance in the movie “The Adjustment Bureau.â€? Those chosen to perform in “The Legend of the Magical Forestâ€? were hand-selected for their work ethic, talent and team spirit. Levin is hoping to recruit more dancers and turn the Newington Youth Ballet into a non-profit organization. Her plan is to begin JANE ALISSA LEVIN teaching regular classes at Newington Youth Ballet artistic director Newington Town Hall this no family and they just love to see coming fall. “My goal is to instill in my the kids perform.â€? The girls will also help raise dancers a sense of self-esteem, appreciation for themselves and money for causes, like the nontheir own bodies ‌ and for them profit “Running for Rescues,â€? who to have a sense of community,â€? she will receive the proceeds from their upcoming ballet thanks to a lonely explained. “There’s so much competition animal who won Levin’s heart.

“I saw a picture of an 8-month old pit-bull at the Newington Animal Shelter,� she explained, adding that the breed is in particular danger of euthanasia due to misconceptions about their aggression leading to less frequent adoptions. When she befriended the dog, Levin knew she couldn’t rest until it found a safe, happy home. In her search for help, she came across a woman from Running for Rescues, who offered to pay the adoption fee and medical expenses for an individual to adopt the animal. When his life was saved, that was all the reason Levin needed to designate the organization as ballet benefactor. “I’m a huge animal fan, if you can’t tell,� she laughed. And it shows in “The Legend of the Magical Forest,� which Levin began writing 12 years ago and choreographed herself. The intricate story she transformed into a ballet involves a character who carries into the forest a heart of faith, love and hope, and places it in a special spot.

“This is a wonderful children’s ballet that can be enjoyed by adults as well as children. It’s a story where love and caring reign and evil is destroyed.�

As long as it remains there, the animals who live in the forest love each other and are infinitely happy. But another group of characters sneak in and steal the heart, causing the animals to turn on each other before two with immunity come to the rescue and all is well again. “This is a wonderful children’s ballet that can be enjoyed by adults as well as children,� says Levin, adding, “It’s a story where love and caring reign and evil is destroyed.� Fall classes of the Newington Youth Ballet are still in the planning stages, but would occur at the Town Hall Wednesday evenings from 4:30 to 7 p.m. “The Legend of The Magical Forest� will be presented Saturday, April 21 at 7 p.m. in the Welte Auditorium at CCSU, 1615 Stanley St., New Britain. Tickets are $15. To purchase tickets, inquire about classes, or to learn more about the Newington Youth Ballet, call Jane Alissa Levin at (860) 9869847 or (860) 436-6845, or email her at balletmaster@snet.net.

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HARTFORD — State police are denying any role in the death of a Newington police officer who was killed in a 2005 murder-suicide by her state trooper ex-boyfriend, according to a new court document filed by the attorney general’s office. Assistant Attorney General Matthew Beizer on Monday filed the state’s response to a lawsuit brought last month in Hartford Superior Court by the family of Ciara McDermott. The 30-year-old West Hartford resident was shot to death in her home in November 2005 by Trooper Victor Diaz, who then killed himself. Authorities say Diaz used his own personal .40-caliber handgun in the shootings. State police officials had seized that gun in March 2005 after Diaz was arrested while off duty in Cromwell on charges of drunken driving and resisting arrest, but returned it to his brother in July 2005 after the criminal case was

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TRACK & FIELD Coach: Robert Rubin (1st year) Last year: Record 1-6, 5th place CCC West Key losses: Connor Shea Key returnees: Jason Bielesz (sr.) long jump, 4x100 relay, Patrick Murphy (sr.) javelin discus, Spencer Gaglione (sr.) 1,600, 3,200. Outlook: Robert Rubin is trying to make his first impression a good one. The first year coach for the Indians is trying to change the culture for the Newington boys track and field team and he knows the only way to do that is through hard work. Rubin has already gotten his team to train harder, and hit the weight room more frequently. He’s also provided them with a work ethic that may have been lacking in season’s past. It seems to be working since the team has grown in size, according to Rubin. “We’re trying to make it more energized,” Rubin said. “We’re working out four days a week. We keep getting bigger and stronger. We’ve almost doubled the squad this year from what I’ve seen. We have a lot more guys out there.” Last year’s 1-6 finish and a 29th place ending in Class L finals clearly didn’t portray the team’s potential. But with more bodies on the team and a motivated coach in Rubin the Indians may begin to make some noise. “We’re really looking to improve from being a last place team,” Rubin said. “We’ve got kids here from other sports we didn’t have in the past. They’re really busting their butts.” Senior pole vaulter, sprinter and jumper Jason Bielesz returns to lead the Indians. Senior Patrick Murphy who placed seventh in Class L in the javelin throw a season ago has also made his way back to the team. Senior distance runner Spencer Gaglione returns to run the one and two mile events and is a hopeful to make states. “Jason has taken a real leadership role for us [and] he’s someone I can count on,” Rubin said. “He’s done a great job for us. [And] Patrick, we’re expecting big things from him this year. We’re expecting him to be a force. He’s been working hard all year.”

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Key Returnees: Krista Ellis (sr.), Courtney Oushana (jr.), Natalie Zaleski (sr.), Molly Simeone (sr.) Outlook: The Indians girls golf team may have a secret weapon in its golf bag this season. Returning senior Krista Ellis will head a much improved Newington team, looking to build off an average year in 2011. “I think Krista will be the leader,” Newington coach Richard Condon said, “based on previous years and what shes doing so far this year. She’s the lowest scorer in the bunch. Krista is breaking 50 every day so far.” If she breaks 50 every day during the regular season, and gets some low scores from her fellow teammates, including seniors Natalie Zaleski and Molly Simeone, the Indians should improve their win total in 2012. “Krista has hit several scores in the 40s and she’s playing more consistent so far,” the coach said. “And Natalie had a score better than any in her life the other day that a positive thing.” Joining the trio of seniors will be junior Courtney Oushana, who perhaps has the most potential of any Indians golfer. “Courtney has a beautiful swing,” Condon said. “She can hit the ball well, and when she puts the mind to it she can be good.I would predict her to be one of my best this year.” The positive attitude and increased level of experience should help lift the Indians into contention in many more matches in the difficult CCC. “I think we will do better this year than we did last year,” Condon said. “I think the seniors want to do better and I think they’re going to put more into it this year that they have in the past.”

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Coach: Steve Markie (13th year) Last year: 7-13 Key losses: Lauren Tosi, Brittany Urciuoli Key returnees: Stephanie Sales, sr. c,Eileen Hogan sr.1b,Maura Skehan sr. ss. Outlook: The Indians were a game shy of the playoffs and lost two .350 hitters. “It will be a group effort I guess,” Markie said of replacing his dynamic duo.“The good thing is we have a lot of kids back from last year. Hopefully they’ll all get a little bit better and colGIRLS GOLF lectively we can make up for them.” Head Coach: Richard Condon 18th Sales will have to have another big season (110-134-4) year offensively and guide whichLast Year: 6-11-1 ever young pitcher the Indians end Key Departures: Sara Siviski, up going with in the circle. Hogan Danielle Sumoski See 2012 SPORTS, Page 11

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showed plenty of offensive ability last year, but must continue to become more consistent,as she was late in the year, to be a key piece. Lefty sophomore Dana Gionfriddo should be a spark at the top of the order while freshman Olivia Burgos does a bit of everything and could pitch, as could Sarah Courtemanche. Expect Newington to play a lot of low-scoring games this year. If the Indians can win eight of them, they’ll play on.

GIRLS TENNIS Coach: Karl Schweiger (2nd year) Last year: 13-3, First round loss in Class L Key losses: Bianka Horvath, Lisa Wojanowski, Emily Genuzzi. Key returnees: Riya Abraham (so.) No. 1 singles, Bayley Leffard (sr.) No. 2 singles, Rebecca Chapman (sr.) No. 3 singles, Rachel Lindstrom (sr.) doubles, Maurice Villano (sr.) doubles, Alexandra Gaglione (jr.)doubles, Wictoria Bis (fr.) doubles. Outlook: It might be tough for the Newington girls tennis team to record 13 wins again this season since the team is in more of a rebuilding phase. Still, there are some promising young players returning to the court for the Indians. “It’s a young team [and] it’s a rebuilding team,” Newington coach Karl Schweiger said. “You have to be realistic on what your expectations are. It’s hard to tell what’s going to happen.” Newington lost its No. 1 singles player Bianka Horvath and its No. 1 doubles team, Lisa Wojanowski and Emily Genuzzi. So it’s no wonder Schweiger is looking to rebuild. But with seniors Bayley Leffard and Rebecca Chapman returning as captains to play to No. 2 and No. 3 singles spot, Newington has a fighting chance to keep on the winning side. Sophomore Riya Abraham also returns to the team to man the No. 1 singles post for the Indians. “She’s very strong,” Schweiger said of Abraham, a STA-ranked player. “She holds two rankings in New England, one in the 18-and-under and one in the 16-and-under. She should make the State Open at the end of the year.” Schweiger knows well enough about the conference powerhouses. Hall, Conard and Simsbury are out there are the Indians will have to play through them “I think they are our toughest

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BASEBALL Head Coach: Eric Frank (15th season, 177-124) Last Year: 17-8, won Class LL State Championship Key Departures: Cole Bryant p/1b, Tyler Barrett c, Armando Soler ss, Alex Fretz p. Key Returnees: Sam Tinkham (sr.) p/1b, Jon Snyder (sr.) of, Tyler Eastwood (sr.) p, Fred Burgos (sr.) of, Josh Barnett (sr.) 2b, Ryan Callahan (sr.) of, Pat Meucci (jr.) 3b, Bryant Morander, (jr.) p. Outlook: Newington put together one of the most memorable postseason runs in recent history as it claimed the Class LL state title last season in a dramatic final against high-powered

Southington. And with the majority of their starters returning this year, the Indians have ample firepower with which to defend their title. “We have six returning starters from last year’s team,” Newington head coach Eric Frank said. “What it does do is give our guys a lot of confidence and also helps them understand what it takes to be successful.”

However, 2012 is a different year, and Newington needs to avoid complacency. “Our guys need to be hungry,” Frank said. “We preach mental toughness. We can’t rest on what happened last year. Guys can’t be satisfied with that. We’ve got a lot of competitors on our team that want to be successful. Last year’s experiences will be memories for the rest of their

lives but they understand this year it won’t be easy. They have to work hard.” Thus far, the Indians are picking up right where they left off. “We’ve had a pretty good preseason,” Frank said. “I like their chemistry. We have to fill in a couple key spots at catcher and shortstop but there are a couple guys we like and were looking forward to the season.”

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Since 1915, QST magazine has brought the world of amateur radio to aficionados (more casually referred to as “hams”) all over the world and this June, they will be presenting their very first E-Edition to their 157,000 subscribers. Radio hams are well-versed in radio technique and identify themselves by their “call-signs” — the personal radio frequencies they use to exchange messageswithpeopleallovertheworld.And many live right here in Newington. “We don’t want to do away with ‘The Dead Tree Model’ that’s worked so well for us for this long,”began QST Managing Editor Joel Kleinman (call sign: N1BKE),the special guest speaker at the Newington Amateur Radio League’s meeting Monday night. But, he told the group of about 25 hams the digital edition is better for the environment, with smartphones it can be accessed from anywhere, it’s

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fairly inexpensive and most importantly, there will no longer be a page limit for stories and columns. “We also have the opportunity to add video and audio links and all kinds of things that are just limited to the imagination,”he continued,adding that there will be no extra charge for subscribers to access the online magazine and the print version isn’t going anywhere,either.

“It’s been published continuously since 1915 except from October 1917 to May 1919 when ham radio was suspended,during and after World War I,” Kleinman explained of a brief period when the United States government thought ham radio was causing harmful interference on the airwaves. The Meriden resident has been a member of the NARL since the late ’70s but recently not an active one, due

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HOME IMPROVEMENT DIRECTORY AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING MULL BROS., INC. - We are a family business that’s been catering to your cooling & heating needs since 1945. We proudly install Lennox, American Standard, Weil McLain & other quality equipment (oil, gas & electric). We also service most makes & models. We are located next to the Wethersfield Post Office (behind the penguins and polar bears) at 61 Beaver Rd. 860- 529-8255 BASEMENT WATERPROOFING JP BACHHAND BASEMENT WATERPROOFING Reliable local contractor. Hatchway leaks, foundation cracks, sub-floor drainage systems, sump pumps & yard drainage. Fully insured, free estimates, written guarantee. Our 27th year registered with CT Dept of Consumer Protection (Reg #511842). Call 860-666-9737 CERAMIC TILE LEN & JEFF SHALLER - Fix leaky showers. Regrouting in tubs. Bath, kitchen tile installed. 37 years experience. Neat, expert workmanship. Repairs a specialty. Call 242-5805 CLEANING SERVICES Polish/English speaking woman can clean your house with care. 3rd cleaning 50% off for new clients only. Satisfaction guaranteed. Insurance Bonded. Call Kasia 860-538-4885

PAINTING Painting, interior & exterior, power wash, installation of gutter screen covers, new & repairing stucco, 1 day service. Fully insured. Also house cleaning. Call 860-832-9970 PLUMBING POSITANO PLUMBING, INC. 31 years of serving Bristol and the surrounding areas. Specializing in all repairs. Plumbing & heating. Water heater replacement, boiler replacement. CT Lic #202691, 308931. For the best repair work in the area, please call 860-584-0012, 186 West St., Bristol. HOUSE, CONDO, OFFICE CLEANING - Polish/English speaking lady with many years of experience. References upon request. Please call Ela at 860-348-0234 ELECTRICAL SERVICES NDC ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING All aspects of electrical work, additions, new homes, renovations, pools, hot-tubs, etc. Main service up-grades from fuses to circuit breakers. Fast, quality workmanship. Nick 860-665-7202. CT Lic #E1-180139 GUTTER CLEANING #1 First In Reliability - We Show Up!!! One day service. Our 10th year. Reasonable rates. Senior discounts. Reliable service. Call Rob (860) 982-3300 “A West Hartford Resident” Visit our web site: robpolo.com

REMODELING FULL SERVICE REMODELING Windows, bathrooms and kitchens. All interior and exterior home or business remodeling and handyman service. You name it - I’ve done it! Excellent references and competitive rates with over 10 years experience. BBB Accredited. Call Mike 860-6906505 or Kris 860-348-076 today for your free estimate. Fully insured and licensed. Lic #565969.

ROOFING LA RICH, LLC - Master Elite Roofing Contractor with over 500 satisfied customers. Our workmanship is warranteed for 20 years by shingle manufacturer. Best warranty in writing. “Quality you can count on for years.” We do roof repairs, vinyl siding, windows, seamless gutters. Honest, competitive pricing. No hidden costs. Free estimates. Fully insured. Written warranties. Clean and courteous installers. CT Lic #565709. GAFELK ME #11852. 860-622-9800 or 860-747-4427. www.larichroofing.com TREE SERVICE TOTAL TREE SERVICE & LANDSCAPING, LLC - Fall Cleanup & Lawn Maintenenace. Commerical & Residential. 75 ft. bucket truck. Chipper, firewood, land clearing, stump grinding, tree removal. Registration #608808. Fully insured.860-529-8389 or 860-538-0980.

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HOURS:

Twin City Plaza Newington, CT 06111

Monday-Friday 8am-7pm Saturday 8am-6pm Sunday 8am-4pm

Ph: 860-665-8288 Fax: 860-665-1458

OPEN 7 DAYS Fresh Fruit, Vegetables & Groceries Daily from Boston... LOW PRICES! LARGEST SELECTION OF FRUIT & VEGETABLES AVAILABLE

- Giant Grinders come with FREE can of soda!- starting at

BREAKFAST SANDWICHES

(on a hard roll) Breakfast ends at 11:00 am Bacon, Egg & Cheese ................................................... 2.99 Sausage, Egg & Cheese................................................ 2.99 Ham, Egg & Cheese ..................................................... 2.99 Egg & Cheese ................................................................2.99

HOT GRINDERS GRINDER

HARDROLL

Pulled BBQ Pork ......................................5.99 Pulled BBQ Chicken ................................5.99 Flounder ....................................................5.99 Grilled Chicken.........................................6.99

4.99 4.99 4.99 5.99

Pastrami ....................................................5.99

4.99

Turkish Kebob..........................................6.99

5.99

Chicken Parmigiana.................................6.99 Meatball Parmagiana ..............................5.99 Sausage & Peppers ..................................5.99 BLT (bacon, lettuce, tomato) ...................................5.00 Chicken Cutlet .........................................6.99 (marinara sauce or mayo, lettuce, tomato & cheese)

(mayo, lettuce, tomato & cheese) (mayo, lettuce, tomato & cheese) (mayo, lettuce, tomato & cheese)

SALADS

5.99 4.99 4.99 4.00 5.99

Prices are approximate - (weight) Tortellini Salad.......................................................5.99 /lb Macaroni Salad .......................................................2.99 /lb Potato Salad ...........................................................2.99 /lb Tuna Salad...............................................................5.99 /lb Chicken Salad .........................................................5.99 /lb Seafood Salad .........................................................5.99 /lb Cole Slaw .................................................................2.99 /lb Egg Salad..................................................................3.99 /lb Antipasto Salad (ham, salami, pepperoni, provolone) ..................... 4.50 Chef Salad (roastbeef, turkey, provolone)...................................... 4.50 Garden Salad.................................................................2.50 add Grilled Chicken ............................................. add’l 2.00 (mixed greens, tomatoes, onions, peppers, cucumbers)

5.00

$

COLD GRINDERS

GRINDER

019395

HARDROLL

Turkey Breast ........................................ 5.00 Bologna .................................................... 5.00 Capicolla .................................................. 5.99 Salami (Genoa or Cooked) ................................. 5.00 Pepperoni................................................ 5.00 Ham.......................................................... 5.00 Baked Ham (Virginia) ........................................... 5.99 Honey Ham............................................. 5.99 Imported Ham........................................ 5.99 Chicken Salad (all white meat) ........................ 5.99 Seafood Salad (crab w/ shrimp) ....................... 5.99 Mortadella (Italian bologna) ............................. 5.00 Roast Beef............................................... 5.99 Sopressata............................................... 6.99 Prosciutto ............................................... 6.99 Tuna ......................................................... 5.99 Ham Salad ............................................... 5.99 Veggie ...................................................... 5.00

4.00 4.00 4.99 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.99 4.99 4.99 4.99 4.99 4.00 4.99 5.99 5.99 4.99 4.99 4.00

Boar s Head ............................................ 6.99

5.99

COMBO Italian (ham, salami, pepperoni) ............................ 6.99 American (turkey, ham, bologna) ........................ 6.99 ALL INCLUDE: mayo, lettuce, tomato & cheese

5.99 5.99

(includes: roasted peppers, pickles, onions, olives)

*Wide Variety of Meats Available to Choose From*

Upon Request: oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, onions, pickles, olives, roasted peppers, hot banana peppers, jalapeno peppers, fresh peppers, oregano, hot sauce, honey mustard, ranch, spicy mustard, yellow mustard, ketchup, horseradish.

SOUP OF THE DAY AVAILABLE

*DELI CLOSES 1/2 HOUR BEFORE STORE CLOSING*

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