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A daily struggle Nearly 3,000 local families can barely make ends meet

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NEWINGTON — Over 22 percent of Newington’s 12,818 households don’t earn enough money to pay for life’s basic necessities, a new report from the United Way of Connecticut shows. Volume 54, No. 48

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The ALICE report, which stands for Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed, also shows that 5 percent of Newington’s population lives at or below the federal poverty level and 9 percent is unemployed, above the state average of 7.8 percent. The report, released this week, also shows that some 474,445 households in Connecticut, or 35 percent, are struggling to support themselves at a basic level. These are families who, the See THOUSANDS, Page 7

Newington author Julia Fargo and her 15-year-old daughter Marie at an apple orchard.

Newington mother writes book about daughter’s mystery illness By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — Having a child with cancer is undoubtedly difficult, but a child with another debilitating illness that doctors can’t seem to diagnose is a whole

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Middlewoods employee honored by United Methodist Homes NEWINGTON — Tor Alston, an employee at Middlewoods of Newington Assisted Living Community, was recently recognized by United Methodist Homes (UMH) as a winner of the organization’s annual Values in Action Award. The award, presented at UMH’s annual Employee Recognition Celebration dinner on Oct. 30, is given in recognition of employees who have demonstrated extraordinary behavior that exemplifies the organization’s core values of respect, spirituality, excellence, collaboration, and stewardship. All employees are eligible to be nominated or to nominate

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any of their team members and are encouraged to do so for any co-workers who demonstrate any or all of these core values. One individual from each of United Methodist Homes’ communities is chosen to receive the award, and Alston, a staff member in the maintenance department at Middlewoods of Newington, was chosen to receive this year’s award. He was recognized with a mon-

etary award and a trophy and praised by his supervisor, Executive Director Kathy Braga, for his outstanding character and service. At 16 years old, Alston took his very first job working at Middlewoods of Newington as a member of the wait staff. Over the last nine years, he has learned more than just how to provide great customer service during meal times. He recently changed depart-

Alston was given a monetary award and a trophy for his outstanding character and service.

ments and career paths when he accepted a position as the maintenance assistant. Over the last 15 months, he has grown personally and professionally, gaining an entirely new skill set while honing his customer service skills. Alston recognizes that each resident is important and special in an individual way. He brightens their days with his ready smile and kind words, and is always willing to go above and beyond without question. Alston is a special part of the Middlewoods of Newington family. For more information about Middlewoods of Newington, visit www.middlewoodsofnewington. org.

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Letter: In response to ‘Military mode could be necessary’ In response to Police Chief Thomas Ganley’s letter Nov. 14, 2014 in the Newington Town Crier “Military Mode Could Be Necessary,” SWAT teams were created in the 1960s to be utilized for a very specific set of scenarios like hostage-taking, state emergencies, active shooter scenes as a result of 1966 University of Texas tower shooter. LA police were the first to form a SWAT team. SWAT roles have been expanded beyond original specific scenarios and this is where the problem drags on. The role of civilian police has been to maintain the peace and safety of a community while upholding the civil liberties of residents in their jurisdiction. Compare this to the military soldier who is an agent of war, trained to kill the enemy period. The duties of a local police officer are incompatible with that of a soldier. The Posse Comitatus Act of 1878 prohibits use of the military (i.e. force) for local law enforcement, so why are we allowing the militarization of our local police departments? If 99 percent of police work is the ordinary duties of keeping residents safe and 1 percent of time is spent in threatening situations as Chief Ganley stated and wrote, “The Swat Team is trained. The driver gets in cab, starts it up, and drives to the scene.” We have all viewed videos of police arriving to, and mostly after, dangerous situations are over. They look like an invading military, often unnecessarily locking down large surrounding areas and forcing school children and others to run out with hands up in the air after shooter(s) are located or dead. Chief Ganley’s comment of receiving a 9-foot-tall, 30-ton armored military vehicle built to withstand IED’s as nothing more than a larger armored vehicle as “problem solved” is hue political bloviating at its finest. Just because its cost did not come out of local taxes and did not affect the chief ’s budget, the chief is caught justifying this weapon designed for a battlefield for his department’s use. The chief also wrote that this is not an offensive weapon. If

this MRAP vehicle is only to protect its occupants and residents as Chief Ganley stated, why did the chief upgrade and spend an additional $5,960 for three shooting ports? Additionally, if there has been a heavy snowstorm or streets blocked with storm tree debris, what advantage does

patrolling empty town streets with this MRAP vehicle provide? Our Public Works employees do a great job opening our streets with their equipment. This vehicle provides no advantage for residents, only advantages for potential misuses. The chief states our SWAT

team is trained, but are they? In Ferguson, Mo., where their police actions have proved there is never enough training, local gun sales in the St. Louis area are up 700 percent. With a sharp shooter on their non-offensive SWAT vehicle, those SWAT teams abuse of nonviolent protesters and media

journalists civil rights was not “problem solved.” Marquess of Queensbury rules? The problem will drag on if military mode is ever a consideration. Walter Przech Jr. Newington

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Town seeking nominations for Volunteer of the Year By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

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NEWINGTON — The Connecticut Humane Society has announced that over $40,000 was raised at its 2014 Gala Auction. The Gala was held at the Aqua Turf Club in Southington on Saturday, Nov. 1. The funds raised will support the programs and services the Connecticut Humane Society provides at its Newington, Westport and Waterford shelters, and its public hospital Fox Memorial Clinic. Over 150 guests enjoyed auctions, music, dinner and fun. Auction items included a wine fridge, man cave package, resort stays in Antiqua and Panama and a chance to “Fund the Pets” by auctioning off a pie in the face of Humanitarian Society member Bill Berloni. Noted guests for the evening included U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Humanitarian

Society member Bill Berloni, and 2014 Humanitarian Society inductee Jill Rappaport. Rappaport added some fun to the evening by auctioning off several personal mementos commemorating her work in animal advocacy. The Connecticut Humane Society gratefully acknowledges and thanks its 2014 Gala Auction sponsors and community supporters: Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Alpha Dog Marketing, Blue Buffalo Company, Pet Valu, US Trust Bank of America, Close Jensen & Miller PC, Loftex, Superior Energy, Willis of Connecticut, Baldwin Media Marketing, Hannoush Jewelers, Merck, Blum Shapiro, Cherry Blue Sky Photography, Elite Island Resorts, Sterling Investment Partners, Men’s Wearhouse, Molten Creationz, Yankee Candle fundraising, and its auction donors and attendees for their generous support.

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N EW I N GTO N — Community spirit runs strong in Newington, so it’s no surprise that the town hands out an award annually to honor a local philanthropist. Nominations for the 2014 Volunteer of the Year are now being accepted by the Town Council, which will select a winner in early 2015. Nominations can be made for a single individual or group of people. Last year, longtime volunteer LeeAnn Manke was chosen. She volunteered with local Boy and Girl Scout troops, served on the Lucy Robbins Welles Library Board of Trustees as chair of the Legacy Fund, and on the Board of Directors for the Newington Education Foundation. The 2012 Volunteer of the Year was Judy Igielski, also a member of the Lucy Robbins Welles

Library Board of Trustees and a founder of the town’s Block Watch program. The year prior, volunteer firefighter Richard Brown was chosen for his 50-plus years of service to the town. In his recent written address to the public, Town Manager John Salomone described the annual honoree as an individual (or individuals) “who has extended himself/herself beyond what can reasonably be expected and has touched others in a way that their lives will be affected for many years to come.” Nominees should have voluntarily dedicated their time and/or resources for the benefit of others and to the community at large. Furthermore, Salomone emphasized that councilors recognize many people devote unlimited time to volunteer efforts in Newington, so they extend appreciation to all who have made such commitments. The winner is usually present-

ed a plaque in their honor and read a proclamation at a council meeting. Nominations If a friend, neighbor, relative or coworker comes to mind as a potential 2014 Volunteer of the Year, submit that person’s name to the Town Council using a nomination form. Forms can be found in the Newington Senior and Disabled Center, the Lucy Robbins Welles Library, the Town Manager’s office and online at newingtonct.gov. All nominations must be received by the Office of the Town Manager by Dec. 31 for Town Council consideration. A decision will be made sometime in January or February. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.

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Newington police report the following: Corey Robinson, 37, of 204 Lakewood Lane, Piedmont, S.C., was charged Oct. 7 with carrying a firearm without a permit and weapons in a motor vehicle. John Kearns, 51, of 207 Audubon Ave., was charged Oct. 9 with disorderly conduct. Nicole Stepp, 41, of 1546 Willard Ave., was charged Oct. 9 with two counts criminal violation of a restraining order. David Rippel, 49, of 63 Kirkham Place, was charged Oct. 11 with criminal violation of a protective order and interfering with a police officer.

Janet Rippel, 50, of 63 Kirkham Place, was charged Oct. 11 with criminal violation of a protective order. Aairka Guerrette, 26, of 800 Plainville Ave., Farmington, was charged Oct. 13 with failure to drive in the proper lane, evading responsibility, driving under the influence, no insurance and possession of a controlled substance. Francisco Albino, 20, of 47 Sims Road, Hartford, was charged Oct. 14 with conspiracy to commit fourth-degree larceny. Shannon Martin, 21, of 33 Meadow St., was charged Nov. 1 with disorderly conduct. Joseph Rochette, 56, of 33

Meadow St., was charged Nov. 1 with disorderly conduct and third-degree assault. Jonathan Rosario, 29, of 326 Hawthorne Ave., Yonkers, N.Y., was charged Nov. 1 with sixth-degree larceny. Jorge Sanchez, 31, of 15 Winthrop St., New Britain, was charged Nov. 4 with first-degree criminal mischief and failure to pay or plead Randol Robles, 27, of 654 Flatbush Ave., West Hartford, was charged Nov. 7 with second-degree larceny and illegal use of a credit card. Victor Pina, 69, of 26 Day St., was charged Nov. 6 with second-degree failure to appear.

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ROCKY HILL EVENTS 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. MEMORY IMPAIRMENT PACKETS AVAILABLE: The Atrium at Rocky Hill is offering information packets for those needing more information and resources on memory impairment, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. For more information, contact For more information contact Erin Hall with The Atrium at Rocky Hill, (860) 563-5588, or email, ehall@benchmarkquality.com. HEALTH DISTRICT OFFERS FREE DENTAL CLEANINGS: Are you over the age of 60, live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield and are in need of a dental cleaning? If so, the Central Connecticut Health District (CCHD) has a service for you! In partnership with the North Central Agency on Aging, CCHD is providing free dental cleaning clinics to individuals age 60 and over who live in Berlin, Newington, Rocky Hill or Wethersfield. To find out the schedule and book your appointment in your town, call the following numbers: Berlin: Contact Tina Doyle at (860) 828-7006; Newington: Contact Charlene Magnano at (860) 665-8778; Rocky Hill: Contact Lori DiPietro at (860) 721-2824; Wethersfield: Contact Lisa Gallipo at (860) 721-2979. Donations are generously accepted for this service. 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.

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Dec. 7 — “Henry V”

SHAKESPEARE SUNDAYS: 2014 marks the 450th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s birth. Join us for the screening of four critically acclaimed film adaptations of Shakespeare’s plays on successive Sundays through Dec. 7. All films start at 2:00 p.m. in the Community Room and no registration is required. Refreshments will be served. This film series is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Kenneth Branagh stars and makes his feature-film directorial debut with this adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Henry V. A heroic, action-packed epic also starring Paul Scofield, Ian Holm and Derek Jacobi.

Nov. 30 — “The Taming of the Shrew” Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton star as Katherina and Petruchio in William Shakespeare’s comic look at male chauvinism and women’s lib in the 16th century.

ENCORE: USING THE NEW LIBRARY COMPUTER CATALOG: Monday, Dec. 1, 6:30 p.m. or Tuesday, Dec. 2, 10:30 a.m. Learn how to use Encore. Some of the topics covered will be searching for library materials, placing and freezing holds, making lists, and accessing your library account. This class will be a demonstration. Call (860) 665-8700 to register.

NEWINGTON EVENTS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE: The General Federation of Women’s Clubs of Connecticut will be offering memorial scholarships to qualified women in 2015. Applicants must possess a minimum 3.0 average and must have completed at least two years of undergraduate study in an institute of higher education. For more information, contact Maureen Reale of the Newington/Wethersfield Woman’s Club, (860) 666-5325. CHRISTMAS FAIR: St. Mary Women’s Club will hold its annual Christmas Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30 at St. Mary School, 652 Willard Ave. A

buffet breakfast featuring hot and cold items as well as a soup and sandwich lunch will be available for purchase. Many crafters and vendors will be present, along with a bake sale and a number of specialty raffles. CEDAR MOUNTAIN COMMONS HOSTS TWO OPEN HOUSES: Two open houses have been scheduled at Cedar Mountain Commons. The events will happen Saturday, Nov. 29 and Saturday, Dec. 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Cedar Mountain Commons is located at 3 John H. Stewart Drive, Newington. For more information, call (860) 665-7901.

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FOR CRT ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The Department of Social & Youth Services is accepting applications for the CRT Energy Assistance Program. This program provides financial assistance for heating expenses during the 2014-15 heating season. Wethersfield residents only can make appointments by calling (860) 721-2977. To be eligible, a household’s gross income must fall within established guidelines based on family size and annual income. Energy Assistance outreach dates for the area housing sites are as follows: Wethersfield Housing Authority, Tuesday, Dec. 2, 8 a.m. to noon; Nathan Hale, 1532 Berlin Turnpike, Tuesday, Dec. 9, 8 a.m. to noon; Lasher Court, Tuesday, Dec.

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Thousands of households in state struggle to make ends meet, study says Continued from Page 1

report says, are probably people you know and maybe know well. They may coach your son in Little League, serve you food at your favorite local restaurant or cut your hair each month. They are “working households; they hold jobs and provide services that are vital to the Connecticut economy in a variety of positions such as retail salespeople, customer service representatives, laborers and movers, and personal care aides,” the ALICE report states. “The core issue is that these jobs do not pay enough to afford the basics of housing, child care, food, health care and transportation. Moreover, the growth of low-skilled jobs is projected to outpace that of medium- and high-skilled jobs in Connecticut and across the country into the next decade.” The study identifies ALICE households as those whose annu-

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al earnings put them above the federal poverty level but below a level needed to pay for all basic living expenses, such as housing, food and utilities. A family of four in Connecticut would need a household income of $64,689 to pay basic necessities. A single adult would need $21,944, the study says. To be self-sufficient, the study says, that same family of four would need an income of $111,632 or

$30,118 for a single adult. “Connecticut’s high cost of living is beyond what most jobs in the state can provide to working households,” the report says. “There are serious consequences for both ALICE households and their communities when these households cannot afford the basic necessities. ALICE households are forced to make difficult choices, such as forgoing preventative health care, accredit-

“Connecticut’s high cost of living is beyond what most jobs in the state can provide to working households.” ALICE REPORT

ed child care, healthy food or car insurance. These ‘savings’ threaten their health, safety and future — and they reduce Connecticut’s economic productivity and raise insurance premiums and taxes for everyone. The costs are high for both ALICE households and the wider community.” In West Hartford, the situation is slightly different, where

just 17 percent of households are regarded as ALICE households, but 10 percent live at or below the federal poverty level — nearly double the amount in Newington. To read the full report, visit a l i c e . c t u n i t e d w a y. o r g . T h e following chart shows how Newington compares to other area towns in the ALICE report.

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Mother shares experiences dealing with daughter’s illness Continued from Page 1

their daughter. “As we were going through her life, we found things we didn’t understand and no one ever told us about,” she remembers. “I started writing it all down and before we knew it, it was a book.” She self-published “All for the Love of Marie: Always Keep a Wary Eye” several years ago. Just recently, it was picked up by Tate Publishing, and then last week, officially released in bookstores nationwide. Marie is now 15 years old. She has the mental capacity of a 6-month-old infant and is unable to walk or talk. The seizures have worsened, and she has been in and out of hospitals. Nurses come to the family’s Newington home to help care for her. Keeping “a wary eye” connects to the constant unknown that comes with nurturing a child whose illness has never been understood. “It’s tough because she can’t verbalize what’s wrong with her. We just know when she’s in pain,” Fargo explains. “There were all

Just released last week, Julia Fargo’s book, “All for the Love of Marie,” depicts the emotional tale of a Newington family whose daughter has an unknown illness.

these things we weren’t aware of that we needed to do, and we had no one to really help us — we just kept hitting dead end streets.” Surgery on Marie’s brain didn’t

help, and it’s been taxing on the family, including their 13-yearold son Joseph, who is currently in middle school. “We’ve tried to give him a nor-

mal life; he still has to have a childhood,” Fargo said. “Our life revolves around Marie. She does the best she can and we’ve learned to work and do what we can do.”

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Fargo used to be a tutor for special needs students, but currently substitutes for schools in Newington and West Hartford, where she grew up. There are support groups for families with special needs, but Marie’s condition is unlike that of any other child, so it’s difficult for them to relate to other parents. Writing “All for the Love of Marie” was therapeutic on its own, however. And Fargo hopes it will help other families. “My hopes are that someone picking it up can say this might help us somewhere down the line when we don’t know what to do,” she said. “We don’t know what’s going to happen for her. Doctors have told me, ‘you know she might not be around forever.’ I do realize that, but I couldn’t imagine life without her.” “She loves to snuggle with me at night, she loves to be with us,” added Fargo, who doesn’t have any other books in the works, at least for the time being. “I heard a lot of people say they couldn’t put the book down, and ‘when’s the next one coming out?’ I really don’t know.” Find “All for the Love of Marie” in bookstores or at Amazon.com. Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.

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household with two brothers and sisters in eastern Massachusetts, and I can remember some tough years when the church helped my family out on Thanksgiving,” he said. “That’s something I always carried with me, and I think this is a good way to pay it forward.” Clinton knows firsthand the impact generosity can have during the holiday season, and he said his hope was that this undertaking would teach the Scouts. “If you think about the true spirit of scouting, it’s about helping others who need assistance, it’s about community involvement and instilling moral values in these boys at a young age,” he explained. “It really brings it front and center that there are families here in town in need who can benefit. My hope and goal is that it will make the boys feel good about themselves and about helping others.”

By ERICA SCHMITT STAFF WRITER

NEWINGTON — Not every household has the means to enjoy a turkey and all the fixings on Thanksgiving, but local Cub Scouts changed that for three Newington families this week. Boys in Pack 322 met at Best Market Tuesday evening to pick out ingredients for a trio of holiday meals that were delivered before the big day. Pastor Lawrence Bock from the Holy Spirit Church on Church Street selected three parish families who could benefit the most from the boys’ efforts. Careful to keep their identities anonymous from the Scouts, he made the deliveries himself. Each of the 11 boys — ages 6 to 9 — took the time to craft a hand-written note wishing the recipients a happy Thanksgiving. The boys met ahead of time to brainstorm about their own families’ traditional celebrations and plan different menus. After a Best Market employee took

Boys of Cub Scout Pack 322 at Best Market on Tuesday night.

them on an exclusive, behindthe-scenes tour of the store, they got to shopping. Instead of going the more convenient route and purchasing prepared portions of each typical dish, they took the time to discuss recipes and buy all fresh ingredients. Each brought

a $10 donation to contribute, and Assistant Cubmaster B.J. Clinton footed the remainder of the bill. “Thanksgiving is one of those meals when most people appreciate the tradition of cooking their own food,” said Clinton, who made sure each Scout contributed a unique idea from his own

family to the menu. This was the very first time Pack 322 embarked on such a mission, their inspiration stemming from Clinton’s own childhood experiences on the receiving end of a similar dona- Erica Schmitt can be reached at (860) 225-4601, ext. 210, or tion. “I grew up in a single-parent eschmitt@newbritainherald.com.

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While big retailers seem to catch all the media attention these days with their holiday sales blitzes, the annual shopping whirlwind that follows Thanksgiving is an opportunity for small businesses to shine. And those who head out to big box stores at the crack of dawn on Black Friday should heed caution — you might be too tired to discover what local mom-and-pop shops have to offer come Small Business Saturday, Nov. 29. Although it was a corporate creation founded by American Express in 2010, the day is embraced by small business owners who often struggle to find success in today’s corporate retail landscape. According to a webpage American Express created to promote Small Business Saturday, the day began to help small businesses with their most pressing need — getting more customers. In its second year, the event drew praise from leaders across the

country and was officially endorsed by the U.S. Senate. Then last Nov. 30, President Barack Obama posted on his Twitter feed photos of he and his daughters shopping at a D.C. bookstore. He also wrote, “When our small businesses do well, our communities do well. Join me and visit a small business near you to celebrate.” In 2012, American Express began inviting small business owners to promote their stores before the big day with free, personalized ads online. That Saturday, it was estimated that Americans spent $5.5 billion at independent businesses across America. Last year, more than 1,450 neighborhoods signed up to rally their communities to shop small and local. This year, they invite people to rally their own neighborhoods by creating an event to celebrate the day, such as a block party, street fair or in-store party. Area events have already been scheduled on Eventbrite.com. Good Cause Gifts, located at

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Some of the gifts on display at Good Cause Gifts. The store is hosting an event in honor of Small Business Saturday.

384 Main St. in Berlin is hosting a Small Business Saturday event from 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. The fine, artisan gift store has a special mission to train and employ individuals with disabilities for competitive wages. “What really drives the store is the community involvement,” said Marketing Director Mary Mcnelis. “We’re a small business so we rely on community members to frequent the store.”

On Small Business Saturday, Good Cause Gifts will offer the first 50 visitors complimentary tote bags, and Santa Claus will delight shoppers from noon to 2 p.m. “We’re really just trying to gain more exposure for the store,” Mcnelis said. “Small businesses are really what make your community thrive, giving jobs to your neighbors and friends.” She encourages other independently-owned stores and restaurants to get involved with

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