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In This Issue • BEST OF NORTH CENTRAL CT: 2006 Reader’s Poll results are in! ....pgs.1-6 • ELLINGTON: Officials oppose call for open space referendum ........p.7 • ELLINGTON: Middle school names fourth quarter student society .pgs.8-9 • LETTERS: Ellington Supermarket thanked for years of service ....p.11 • SOMERS: Transfer station permit fee rises from $10 to $25..................p.13 • SOMERS: SHS honor roll...pgs.14-15 • STAFFORD: Public hearing on budget slated for Aug. 16.........p.20 • STAFFORD: Johnson Memorial salutes ‘Citizen of the Month’..p. 22 • CLASSIFIEDS ................pgs.30-31
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Riding For A Reason Bikers from the area over came out for the 2006 MS Motorcycle Ride Sunday July 23. The ride, which started at the TSI HarleyDavidson Buell in Ellington, ended at the Lions Fairgrounds in Hebron. This year’s ride was dedicated to the memory of Reggie Johnston. More than 1,000 bikers helped raise in excess of $32,000. Photo by David Butler II
Hundreds Determine Best of North Central CT By Margo Van Kuren & Nick Russotto We asked for your opinions, and you responded! The second annual North Central News’ “Best of North Central Connecticut Readers’ Poll” was a great success, with hundreds of you taking the time to send in your responses. Intern Nick Russotto had his hands full as the mail piled up, but he was able to tally up the results listed below. There are some repeat winners and plenty of new ones as well, reflecting the growing diversity of goods and services available in our part of the state. Nick also oversaw the drawing in which three winners were chosen just for in their responses. They are: David Doyker of Somers, who won tickets to Six Flags New England; Kari Lanouette of Enfield, who won tickets to Agawam Cinemas, and Susan Danforth of Stafford Springs, who won a pair of tickets to Lake Compounce. Congratulations to all our winners! And here they are. AUTOMOTIVE Best Car Service Olender’s 704 Talcottville Rd., Vernon (860) 875-2517 www.olenders.com Quality car care and service is the goal at Olender’s Garage in Vernon. In addition to mechanical services like
computerized engine diagnostics and brake repair, Olender’s also offers auto body repair. “We come highly wreck-ommended,” their website says. Our readers certainly agree. Best New Car Dealership Best Used Car Dealership Bolles Motors Rte 83, Ellington (860) 875-2595 www.bollesmotors.com. Bolles Motors wins this year in both categories as the best place around to buy a new or used car. Founded in 1976, Bolles takes pride in its tradition of family ownership, and in providing quality vehicles and services to their local neighbors. “We truly try to make every contact with every customer a good experience every time,” said owner Ed Bolles. A five-star rated Jeep and Chrysler dealer, Bolles also offers a great selection of certified used cars. DINING Best Overall Restaurant Somers Inn 585 Main St., Somers (860) 749-2256 Once again, our readers have selected the Somers Inn as
the best overall restaurant in the area. Owned and operated by the Boggio family, the Inn serves up everything from escargot to onion rings in classic but comfortable style. In addition to serving lunch on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and dinner from Wednesday through Sunday, the Inn also offers banquet facilities for up to 100 guests. The extensive menu is available online at www.somersinn.com. Best Breakfast The Country Diner 111 Hazard Ave., Enfield (860) 763-5338 The Country Diner is another repeat winner for the best breakfast around. Still going strong after 10 years in business, the diner offers outstanding home fries and other breakfast favorites. They also have a loyal—and growing—lunchtime following. Best Lunch Rich’s Drive-In 74 South Rd., Somers (860) 749-3917 Rich’s Diner wins again in the best lunch category. Known for their excellent and reasonably priced pizza, hot dogs, and burgers, the drive-in is also a great place for ice cream or a real, homemade shake. Thursday night is Cruise Night, featuring classic and vintage cars.
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Best of North Central Connecticut Winners (continued from page 1) Best Dinner Italian Villa Restaurant and Pizzeria 15 South Rd., Somers (860) 763-1342 Congratulations to the Italian Villa, a new winner in our “best dinner” category. The restaurant features pizza and other Italian favorites in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Readers especially raved about their lasagna, and the prices are incredibly reasonable. The Villa also offers an extensive takeout menu. Best Pizza Frankie’s Firehouse Restaurant 112 Main St., Somers (860) 749-1230 A “warm” welcome to Frankie’s Firehouse, our new winner in the “best pizza” category. Now at their new location at 112 Main St., Frankie’s offers allyou-can-eat pasta every Wednesday from 5-8:30 p.m. in addition to the area’s favorite pizza pies. Some think the secret is their dough, made fresh daily; others rave about the toppings. Lunch specials are available Tuesday through Friday.
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ENTERTAINMENT Best Happy Hour Joanna’s Café 145 Main St., Somers (860) 763-5060 “People voted us the best happy hour because of our employees,” said Jeff Lipton, who co-owns the café with wife Joanna Calvanese Lipton. “After a long, hard day at work, we have the friendliest and nicest employees in the world.” There are drink discounts and free snacks, too. Patrons can also order from the Café’s great regular menu. Best Video Rentals World of Video 253 Hazard Ave Enfield, CT (860) 763-2346 In North Central Connecticut, the most comprehensive video rental shop is World of Video, found in the Galaxy Plaza in Enfield. Our readers are infatuated with the large variety of movies presented at World of Video, from great classics to hot
new releases, you can find the movie you want at the World of Video. Best Golf Course Cedar Knob Golf Course Billings Road, Somers (860) 749-3550 In Somers and the rest of North Central Connecticut, you can’t improve on Cedar Knob for a great game of golf. Our readers think that Cedar Knob is the best-kept and -maintained course in North Central Connecticut. Regular golfers at Cedar Knob will recall the 10th and 18th holes, both of which bend through a wonderful evergreen path, and both of which have treacherous water hazards, which make for a great game of golf. Best Driving Range Ellington Golf Center 123 West Road, Ellington (860) 872-9574 Ellington Golf Center has just about everything a golfer could need from a comprehensive pro shop to an excellent driving range, which our readers make great use of, evidently. Ellington Golf
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Thank You North Central News Readers for Voting Gold's Gym the Best Gym for the Second Year in a row!
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Make sure to grab a bite to eat after letting your mouth water over all the classic cars that make up a Cruise Night at Chelle’s.
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Best Of ‘06 Best of Northern CT Has Some New Winners This Year (continued from page 3) Center was the dominating presence when our ballots were counted. Not only does it have an excellent driving range, but its 9hole, par 3 course has won great favor with our readers. HEALTH & FITNESS Best Optometrist Dr. Chris Agro Enfield Eye Care Associates 149 Hazard Ave., Enfield (860) 749-0757 Not only has this year’s winner for Best Optometrist been selected as ‘the best’ in North Central Connecticut, he has also been named the 2006 “Optometrist of the Year” by the Connecticut Association of Optometrists. Therefore, we think here at the North Central News that this simply seals the deal: in North Central Connecticut, indeed; in all of Connecticut, for that matter. The local area is fortunate to have such an accomplished optometrist in its midst.
Best Doctor Dr. Timothy Silvis 24 Battle St. Somers, CT (860) 763-4024 Dr. Silvis of Somers, has been a specialist in internal medicine for 25 years. That’s a lot of experience, and our readers think he deserves recognition for his many years of devoted service to area residents. Indeed he does, and rightly so, that’s why we are pleased to announce his winning of Best Doctor in North Central Connecticut. Readers of the North Central News almost unanimously selected Dr. Silvis for this wonderful honor.
North Central Connecticut- one in Scitico Plaza and the other on Route 5 in Enfield. Gold’s has been the authority in fitness since 1965, when the original Gold’s was opened in Venice, California. An interesting fact about Gold’s Gym members: combined, the 3,000,000 members that make up Gold’s run approximately 23 times (556,800 miles) around the earth every 24 hours. Best Dentist Ellington Dental 175 West Rd Ste 15, Ellington (860) 872-2452 The readers of the North Central News again responded overwhelmingly in this category, and, in a close race, the fine folks at Ellington Dental Associates won out. Ellington Dental Associates have shown care and compassion to their customers
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Best Vet Dr. Nancy Hensen Somers Veterinary Hospital 3 South Rd, Somers (860) 763-1000 Dr. Nancy Hensen won out this year as North Central News’s Best Vet. With her endearing “bedside” manner and her amazing way with animals, she is the favorite vet for our readers who have pets. She and her team at the Somers Veterinary
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Best Of ‘06 Did Your Selection Win? Check Out our Listings and See relationships, the bank is living up to its commitment to be “Connecticut’s Best Community Bank.”
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Dr. Nancy Hensen Hospital have proved to our readers and more importantly, their pets, that a trip to the vet can be an enjoyable experience! PERSONAL SERVICES Best Bank Rockville Bank Various Locations (860)291-3600 www.sbr.com It’s no secret that Rockville Bank prides itself on outstanding customer service, and our readers obviously agree, making it our repeat winner in this category. With its focus on community service and personal
Thanks for Voting His & Hers Best Hair Salon and Mary Ann Audet Best Hair Stylist for the second year
Best Landscaping Frank’s Landscape Construction 27 Field Rd Somers, CT (860) 749-2100 www.hydroseedingexperts.com We were having a difficult time locating Frank, so we called a reader to find him! It was by pure coincidence that Frank happened to be out working at this reader’s house, and we were able to speak with Frank. It was a clear decision by our North Central Connecticut residents; Frank and his team stood out above the rest. Frank expressed surprise that he’d won ... but it’s no surprise to those survey responders who are lucky enough to have a “Lawn by Frank”! Best Hair Salon (tie) His & Hers 148 Main St # 1, Somers (860) 749-9625 Shear Magic 11 South Rd, Somers (860) 749-5101
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B E ST OPTOMETRIST Dr. Christopher L. Agro Recipient of the 2006 Optometrist of the Year award as voted by the CT Association of Optometrists and North Central News Readers Poll for “Best Optometrist” would like to sincerely thank you the readers for your votes. If you have not had an opportunity to come to our office, please call for an appointment and see why the readers think we are the best!
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This year was a very tough race for Best Hair Salon, and it did end in a tie. Both opponents worthy, and all respondents were dedicated to their hair salon, but approximately 90 percent of voters chose His & Hers or Shear Magic as their choice for the best. Shear Magic of Somers, owned by Carol Bigelow, has won the Best Hair Salon for the second year in a row. They carry a wide variety of hair products and offer many different styles of cut, from the most elaborate to the ordinary, everyday styles. Our other contender, His & Hers, and their chief stylist, MaryAnn Audet, who won this year’s Best Hair Stylist, also carry many different hair products and offer many services, from washes to cuts to permanents. No matter which salon or stylist, you students should be thinking about soon getting your back-
to-school cuts, and why not from either His & Hers or Shear Magic? This many North Central Connecticut residents can’t be wrong! Best Financial Planner Jim Beaulieu 48 South Rd., Somers (860)749-4138 www.jimbeaulieu.com Offering a full range of financial planning services, Jim Beaulieu specializes as “the financial resource for independent women.” With 17 years of experience in financial planning and 9 years in his own business, Beaulieu said that “the real reward is being able to help people out.” Give him a call to talk about your financial future.
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Dear Readers, Thank you for voting Ellington Dental Associates as the best dental office for two consecutive years. Drs. Landman, Vallera, and the entire staff strive to bring excellent service to all our patients. We truly appreciate your support and are thankful our efforts have been recognized. We will continue to provide the quality treatment you so kindly deserve. Sincerely, Steve Landman, Joann Vallera, Linda, Jamie, Beth, Judy, Caroline, Susan, Gwen, Trina & Pam PH (860) 872-2452 FAX (860) 870-1385
Thank You North Central News Readers for Voting Jody Cox Best Realtor! JODY COX, Broker Alaimo & Barile, LLC 810 Enfield Street Enfield, CT 06082 PHONE: (860) 930-0681 FAX: (860) 253-9920 EMAIL: Imsold@aol.com August 2006 North Central News
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Best Of ‘06 North Central CT Has Some Great Businesses (continued from page 5) Best Real Estate Agency Alaimo and Barile 810 Enfield St., Enfield (860) 253-9912 www.alaimobarile.com Alaimo and Barile is an independent real estate firm with a strong commitment to customer service. Its dedicated professionals are standing by to help with all of your real estate needs—and questions. With a market this volatile, it’s important to have a well-established, reputable agency on your side. Best Realtor (tie) Jody Cox of Alaimo and Barile (860) 253-9912 Henry Foley, Century 21 Advantage (860) 749-0721 Our readers voiced sincere appreciation for how each of these two personable, knowledgeable professionals eased the anxiety associated with buying or selling a home. Moreover, both are tremendous assets for their respective agencies.
SHOPPING Best Convenience Store Somers Exxon Corner of Rtes. 190 & 83, Somers (860) 763-2586 With the recent additions of Speedpass and diesel fuel, Somers Exxon is your onestop local store. Stop off to grab a gallon of milk and try their gourmet coffee and other goodies. Service is always fast, friendly, and reliable. Best Florist Stafford Conservatory 80 East Main St. Stafford Spring, CT (860) 684-2751 Offering a wide and varied line of floral arrangements, plants, and other botanical wonders, Stafford Conservatory “rose” to the top of the pack as far as our reader’s are concerned. Not only do they carry top-knotch product, but the Stafford Conservatory staff is also more than happy to assist aspiring “greenthumbs” with advice and answers to questions.
Best Antique Shop Bittersweet Country Collectibles 63 W Main St Stafford Springs, CT 06076 (860) 684-5157 www.bittersweetcountrycollectibles.com Housed in one of Stafford’s oldest houses, stepping into Bittersweet Country Collectibles is to step into another century, a time when life was far more simple, and
rustic beauty was to be found in every homestead. Bittersweet has brought much of this rustic charm into the 21st century, with such amazing items as antique furniture and lamps, as well as handmade tapestries. Since 1984, they have been the top purveyors of antiques in North Central Connecticut, and our readers feel that they are the best!
Probate Judge Candidate Plans Barbecue SOMERS- A barbecue fundraiser will be held Friday, August 4 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at the Knights of Columbus Pavillion, Rte 190, Somers. The barbecue is a fundraising event for the election of Mark J Maniscalco to the Judge of Probate for Somers, Stafford, and Union. Donations
are appreciated. For more information, please contact Colleen at the Elect Mark J Maniscalco, Judge of Probate campaign at (860) 7497750, or, 930-7193, or online at www.markmforprobate.com.
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Ellington Officials Oppose Call for Open Space Referendum By Margo Van Kuren ELLINGTON - Controversy erupted at the July 19 Ellington Board of Selectmen’s meeting over how to allocate money ini-
tially earmarked for open space. Shawn Costello, chair of the town’s Conservation Commission, objected to having the original wording for a proposed referendum
changed to include the option of designating some of the funds for “municipal use.” With the 2006-2007 budget requiring three referenda before passing, town officials are concerned about further referenda asking citizens to appropriate an additional $2 million for a new fire station and $2 million for open space. Adding another referendum to buy land for school expansion could be problematic, members of the board of selectmen contended.
“The town is in dire need of more space for schools,” said First Selectman Michael Stupinski. “The town needs to be cautious of what is presented to the voters.” Conservation Commission member Jim Gage then read a resolution passed by the commission in June, which stated, “The Conservation Commission supports the passage of a referendum ... for funding
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Graziani Receives Legion’s Highest Honor HARTFORD - State Rep. Ted Graziani (D-Ellington) received the American Legion’s Americanism Award during their annual convention at the Marriott Hotel in Rocky Hill. This award is the highest honor given by the American Legion of Connecticut to an outstanding citizen in recognition of his or her statewide service. Graziani, a veteran and the 51st award recipient, was recognized by the American Legion for his endless advocacy, excellence in service and tireless commitment on behalf of Connecticut’s citizens and service to all veterans. Graziani serves on the Select Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, the Banks Committee and is vice chair of the Executive and Legislative Nominations Committee. Graziani is a Vietnam Veteran serving in the U.S. Army from 1966-1968.
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Ellington Middle School Announces Fourth Quarter Student Society ELLINGTON - The following students were named to the Student Society for the fourth quarter at Ellington Middle School, according to a list provided by the school. GRADE 7 Angela Albee Nicholas Alcutt Kirsten Anderson Ryan Anderson Lauren Arbeiter Sara Arbelaez-McLaughlin Lukas Babella Emily Baker Natalie Baker
William Baker Rachel Ballasy Emily Barnhart Sarah Bedford Robert Berzenski Christopher Bruno Marc Castonguay Alyssa Chase Usman Chaudhry Jonathan Cheesman Alexandria Clemson Samantha Codding Dylan Coles Meaghan Costello Thomas Cottle Amanda Crowell Angela Daigle
Aaron Daley Danielle Decarli Connor Defemia Nicholas DiGiacomo Joanna DiStefano Matthew Duguay Kevin Dwire Julia Gage Eric Garvey Carolyn Gill Katryna Gouin Zachary Graves Michael Gresh Ian Grinaski Taylor Haggerty Jacqueline Halloran Kelly Hayes
Samuel Henderson Brendan Home Matthew Janiga Kelsey Janssen Samantha Johnson Claiborne Jones Kady Joy Meghan Kacmarcik Justin Keane Bhrighde Kehoe Alexandria King Samantha King Zachary Kraus Renee Landry Kevin Lapointe Nicholas Larew Michele Macchiarella
Alexandra Maciolek Kelly Maguire Brian Malone Michael Marcus Alexandra Marella Tracy Marholin Justin Markowski Christina Martin Kelly Mccrea Morgan McPartland Brianna Mellen Elizabeth Miller Dustin Mocadlo Elliot Montoya Nathan Morrill Emily Nedwick Sarah Nolan
Ryan Orszulak Alyssa Ostrout Ryan Ostrout Olivia Palozej Joanna Paul Claudia Marie Perez Stephen Pernal Christopher Philavong Megan Potamianos Krista Pregony Emily Rancourt Brittany Rhodes Andrew Roets Jeanette Rowe Charles Savona Andrew Schneider Daniel Schofer
Open Space Referendum Wording Question Sparks Debate (continued from page 7) dedicated solely for the acquisition of open space including farmland preservation and parks. The commission is opposed to any referendum … that combines the purpose of the funding for both acquiring open space land and/or land for town facilities.” He recommended that there be two separate referendums, or possibly one referen-
dum with two questions—one for open space and one for municipal use. “I just want to clarify that no one on the board is against open space,” Stupinski said in a July 27 interview. “Land that’s designated for municipal use, like a park or a school, won’t be taken over by development.” The Board of Finance will take up the issue at their Aug. 8 meeting, including the
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final wording of the referendum that will likely be put before voters on the November ballot. In other business, the Board of Selectmen authorized the purchase of a one-ton dump truck for $45,000, as requested by the Department of Public Works. The money was appropriated from the non-recurring fund. An addi-
tional $39,000 from the non-recurring fund was appropriated for resurfacing the high school track, pending approval by the Board of Finance. That appropriation will require the consent of residents at a special town meeting, which will be held at the town hall on Aug. 21 at 7:15p.m., immediately before the selectmen’s meeting.
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Ellington Students Named to Honor Roll at Ellington Middle School (continued from p. 8) Amanda Schroth Ashley Secore Casey Settle Samuel Sirag Sarah Smith Julia Smith-Horn Natalie Snow Ashley Sojka Christine Spartz Megan Squadrito Kelly Stauffer Patrick Stavens Erika Streib Kelsey Sullivan Jennifer Tautkus Matthew Thibodeau Lucianna Thieringer Michael Thomas Emily Thompson Alyssa Toth Marissa Violette Heather Walters Michelle Walters Cameron Waters Abigail Welch Brannen Wesley Christopher Wing Sydney Wooley Cassandra Zborowski
Gary Feldman Laura Fetko Brian Fisher Michael Flannery Jacob Friedman Margaret Gage Aaron Galat Thomas Gerber Joseph Giordano Cody Griffin Daniel Griffin Lindsay Grim Scott Hague Ashlyn Haracsy Samantha Harney Graham Hegeman Calesia Henson Hayley Hesse Mallory Honda Heather Hulstein Whitney Jarrett Dana Johnson Benjamin Kapinos Brian Kelleher Evan Kosilla Amber Krasinski Kristina Landry Nathan Lannan Matthew Lebel Briana Lechkun Blaize Levitan April Loteczka
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Letters Ellington Supermarket Thanked For All it Did Over the Years To The Editor: On behalf of the Town of Ellington’s Human Services Department, I would like to share with everyone our deepest gratitude for the many years of dedicated service by the Ellington Supermarket ‘family’. There simply are not enough words to express how we feel about the closing of the Ellington Supermarket. Jim & Lois have been so incredibly generous to our office through their many contributions. They have always been receptive in knowing just when we were in need of an ‘extra lift’ to carry our department through. There have been many times when residents within our community had been in need and the Ellington Supermarket family have always come through for them.
Also being able to maintain an account on an as needed basis has been a godsend for us when an immediate need arose. We want to THANK YOU for ALL that you have done for us and for the Ellington Community in so many ways through all these years! It has been with misty eyes that we have entered the Ellington Supermarket throughout this last week knowing how much we will miss some very familiar faces. We wish only the very best for your future endeavors Jim, Lois and Ellington Supermarket staff. Very sincerely, Doris R. Crayton, Director Ellington Human Services
Women’s Club Installs New Officers On June 7 at Monet’s Table in Tolland, the officers of the 110-year-old Ellington Women’s Club were installed.From left are Auditor Mary Donohue, Treasurer Pat Clapp, Recording Secretary Carol Hagopian, Vice President and Program Chairman Dorothy Shackway, and President Sharon Czyz. Missing is Corresponding Secretary Jeanne Gessay. Hagopian and Shackway are holding the plaque for the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, the largest organization of volunteer women in the world, of which the Ellington Women’s Club is a member. The symbols on the plaque were the theme for the installation, which was performed by member and past president Pat Tardif. For information about EWC, contact Membership Chairman Jeanne Gessay at (860) 871-8618. Courtesy photo
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Somers Mabelle B. Avery Middle School Honor Students Named SOMERS - The following students were named to the fourth quarter honor roll at Mabelle B. Avery Middle School, according to a list released by the school. Grade 7 Honors Ashley Anderson, Daniel Bell, Matthew Benoit, Michael Benoit, Courtney Blewett, Alexander Bych, Kristen Conley, Amanda Connor, Megan Davis, Madeline Dawson, Andrew Donnelly, Ryan Donovan, Patrick Drohr, Aaron Elman, Olivia Fenton, Joshua Fredette, Tricia Galinski, Derek Geoffroy, Julia Glybin, Sarah Goodman, Michael Hanna, Alec Heagie, Kevin Huang, John Kelley, Ryan King, Ashley Kinney, Bianca Krzynowek, Shelby LaDue, Jennifer Lam, Sara Laplanate, Justin Locke, Marissa Lucey, Catherine Machnicki, Christopher Mashiak, Laura
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Seeking People for Somersville Planning Committee SOMERS - The Town of Somers is seeking people interested in developing a long-range plan for the Somersville section of Main Street. These people would come together as a planning committee that considers a wide range of questions as regards Main Street in Somersville, from major ones such as what types of uses are preferred for that area and what changes in zoning regulations need to be made to support those uses to more modest questions such as what type of sidewalk is preferred and should it be adjacent
to the paved part of the street or set back some distance. The town would like to appoint to the committee residents and business owners from the Somersville area as well as other citizens from town. The Board of Selectmen would like to have the committee fully appointed by the end of August and then would like to see the committee present a final plan by spring of 2007. People interested in serving on the committee should contact the selectmen’s office at 763-8200 or selectman@somersct.gov.
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Somers Women’s Club Installs New Officers SOMERS - At their recent annual meeting, the Somers Women’s Club installed its new slate of officers and directors. Each will serve for a term of two years. Jeanne Waseleski, president-elect of the CT General Federation of Women’s Clubs was the installation officer. The new officers of the club are: Arlene Yarnes, president; Linda LaCasse, 1st vice president; Karen Anderson, 2nd vice president; Tammy Wilson, secretary; and
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Cars Are the Stars Show Aug. 12 SOMERS - The Cars are the Stars Car Show has been rescheduled to Saturday, Aug. 12, with a rain date of Sunday, Aug. 13. It will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be held at Pleasant View Center on Route 83 in Somers. Visit the Somers Historical
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Somers Transfer Station Permit Fee Increases from $10 to $25 By Linda Tishler Levinson SOMERS — The Board of Selectmen, at a July 20 meeting, approved raising the transfer station permit fee from $10 to $25. The cost to the town to operate the transfer station, however, is closer to $50
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it was just too much too fast,” he said. The town treasurer’s and tax collector’s positions will become appointed rather than elected, if voters agree with the Charter Revision Commission. At what Allsup describes as a “lightly attended” public hearing July 20, the commission presented its recommendations for updating the town charter. The change to appointed positions was the most significant, Allsup said, with many changes being “minor fixes.” While the committee had been charged with considering a number of other matters, including the possibility of term lim-
its for elected officials, they had put many aside in order to have a charter revision that could be completed in time to be on the November ballot. “It doesn’t mean that we won’t try to review those in the future,” the selectman said. In other business, the board voted to authorize First Selectman David Pinney to work with the Hartford YMCA to create a before-and-after-school child-care program at the community center. The selectmen also are asking town residents, particularly those who live in the Somersville section, to join a planning group for the Somersville improvement project.
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Somers Somers High School Names Students to 4th Quarter Honor Roll The following students were named to the 4th Quarter Honor Roll at Somers High School, according to a list released by the school on June 21, 2006 Grade Nine Honors Paige Ballard Moriah Brockway Kaitlyn Diefenderfer Patrick Duffy Matthew Fragomeni Christine Galinski Colleen Grady Erin Henderson Matthew Hocking Matthew Hoff Ani Kerr Alexander Kinney Michael Minikowski Daniel Piscottano Casey Ray Terri Sawyer Heather Socha Jillian Soucy Megan Steidler Christopher Sweeney Timothy Vollaro Mary Waters
Kristen Zaleski High Honors Julianne Auman Katelyn Austin Beth Bardsley Alexander Berger Matthew Berger Kayla Bliesener Alicia Bonin Kalli Bonin Elizabeth Chatis Samuel Collin Amanda DiLorenzo Erin Donnelly Lauren Drohr Samantha Dumas Justine Falcone Lauryn Falcone Nathan Fisher Jack Gazis Sarah Hocking Erin Hull Matthew Jones Lauren Kuda Amanda Laplante Elizabeth MacLauchlan Philippe Marquis Elizabeth Mashiak Chelsea McCallum Chantel Morin Robert Mulak
Timothy O’Hearn Megan Palomba Kathleen Powers Lauren Ransom Danielle Rose Lauren Silvis Colleen Slattery Benjamin Thompson Morgan Zachary Chad Zawistowski Grade Ten Honors Danielle Andrzejewski Loralee Bingham Geno Bologna Nicholas Braica Derek Burd Brian Burnette James Clark Alexandra Cox Sterling Dunn Thomas Farnham Courtney Gacona Kyle Gallaway Anne Kohler Zachary Mandirola Chelsie Merone Thomas Minor Alexander Murdoch Amber Pascoe Tess Plotkin
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Lauren Heagie Adam Hurwitz Lucy Keeney Brewster Knowlton Andrew Lariviere Laurie Longtin Hannah Murray Louis Piscottano Nicole Prince Sarah Varnauskas Ann Waters Andy Yau Grade Eleven Honors Daniel Aikins Michael Andrzejewski Cameron Bastarache Chartfield Bliss Christopher Boucher
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Seniors Red Cross Blood Drive Planned for Somers Senior Center Somers Senior News Compiled by Barbara Flebotte, Volunteer For more information call the Somers Senior Center at (860) 763-4379. The Center is located at 19 Battle Street. Programs are held at the Center, unless otherwise specified. • American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, August 4, from 1 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. at the Senior Center for all eligible donors. To give blood, you must be at least 17 years of age and weigh at least 110 pounds. There is no upper age limit. To sign up for an appointment to donate blood, please call Norma Myers at 7634379, Monday through Friday, between 12 noon and 4 p.m. Also, if you need transportation to and/or from the Center, please tell Norma when you call for your appointment. If you are not sure you are eligible to donate blood because of a medical condition, please call 1-800-462-9400 extension 2210. Help the American Red Cross reach the daily collection goal that is needed. Call today for your appointment to donate blood! • Pedi-Care Program is conducted by a specially trained, registered nurse at the Senior Center or your home.
Upcoming date at the Center is Tuesday, Aug. 15. Appointments are required and a fee is charged. Please call 763-4379 between noon and 4 p.m. to schedule your appointment at the Center or your home. • Somers Historical Society presents “A Trip Back in History”, Tuesday, Oct. 17. Don’t delay in signing up for this trip which includes “History of Quabbin Reservoir” with Scenic Bus Tour & Narrated Video followed by Cooking Demonstration and Luncheon at The Salem Crofs Inn with a stop at an apple orchard on the way back. $60 includes driver’s tip and donation to Society. Bus departs at 10 a.m. from Senior Center, 19 Battle St., Somers, CT and returns at 5 p.m. For more information or reservations, please call Pat Broer at 749-0697. • Sign-up sheets for Seniors Go Back To School are located at the Senior Center. Although this program will be conducted during the 2006-2007 school year, please sign up now so that we can begin the planning process. A few of the topics are: (1) seniors participate in the computer lab classes to learn or to help teach basic usage of a personal computer; (2) seniors act as guest
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seniors on a monthly basis. • Current Utilization of the Senior Center is a two-page report available at the Senior Center. The report includes the background of the Center, current usage of the building and recommendations. This report was prepared by the Communications Subcommittee of the Advisory Committee to the Elderly in March 2006. • Somers Seniors Newsletter for JulyAugust is available at the Center, Town Hall, Library, Plaza Restaurant and on-line at www.SomersNow.com. • Advisory Committee to the Elderly has scheduled its next monthly meeting for Tuesday, Aug. 8, at 11 a.m. at the Senior Center. Public is invited. Currently, the Advisory Committee has the following subcommittees: Woodcrest Representative, Senior Citizens’ Club Representative, Liaisons to Public Schools, Meals on Wheels, Senior Lunches, Senior Support Services, Senior Center Sign and Communications. • MONTHLY QUOTE: How beautiful a day can be when touched by kindness! Author unknown.
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Staf for d After 4th Defeat, Public Hearing Planned on Budget By Margo Van Kuren STAFFORD - Voters in Stafford rejected the fourth version of the proposed 2006-2007 budget at a July 12 referendum. About 24 percent of eligible voters participated in the referendum, which defeated the proposed budget by a vote of 954 to 873—a difference of only 81 votes. While the margin of defeat is decreasing with each successive referendum, town
and school officials are concerned about the ramifications of further budget cuts. The budget defeated on July 12 represented a 3.26 percent increase over the 2005-2006 budget, with a corresponding tax rate of 24.63 mills. A mill is the amount charged in taxes per $1,000 of assessed valuation. “We’re holding a public hearing to see if we can figure out what the people want
us to do,” said First Selectman Allen Bacchiochi. The hearing will be held at the Stafford Middle School on 7 p.m., Aug. 16. Bacchiochi will be present along with Board of Education chair Jennifer Davis and Board of Finance chair Richard Dobson to answer—and ask— questions related to the budget. The town budget increase has already been cut by $250,503, and the school
budget by $659,000. Further cuts are anticipated following the public hearing. The town expects to receive $13,415,081 from state and federal sources. Another vote on the budget is expected to take place in September, Bacchiochi said.
St. Edward School Students Top $2500 in Katrina Efforts STAFFORD - Students at St. Edward School proudly finished the 2005-2006 school year by raising more than $2500 for their “adopted” school, St. Thomas School in Long Beach, Miss. In their year-long commitment to help the Mississippi stu-
dents who lost their school during Hurricane Katrina, St. Edward School students, led by their Student Council, planned and executed several efforts including collections for baby items and books (680 lbs), making and selling
scarves, a bake sale, an Easter basket raffle, a dress down day and more. Principal Karen Duchane said, “We are so proud of our children here. They were so moved by the devastation of Katrina and their commitment to this cause throughout the year is such reflection of
their character and compassion.” St. Edward School is located at 25 Church St. in Stafford Springs. The school offers pre-K through Grade 8 with full-day kindergarten. Before-and-after school latchkey is also available. For more information, call (860) 684-2600.
Women’s Reading Club Seeks New Members The West Stafford Women’s reading club is currently looking for new members. The club meets monthly, on the last Monday of each month to read and discuss women’s literature. The book for August is The Bonesetter’s Daughter, by Amy Tan. If interested please contact Georgia at 860-684-9500.
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Staf for d Flights of Fancy Schedules Late Summer, Fall Workshops STAFFORD SPRINGS – The following programs will be held at Flights of Fancy, 17 Crystal Lake Road, Stafford Springs. Unleashing the Creative Artist Within 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. August 12 Join local artist, Heidi Ludwig, in a fun and creative workshop to challenge your artistic boundaries. Participants will use various paints, mediums and found objects to create an individualized version of art.
Please bring paints, brushes and collaging materials and a brown bag lunch. Registration is limited to 8 people. Fee$40 Two Day Smoke Fired Clay Workshop 10 a.m. to Noon August 26 4-6 p.m. Sept. 9 Local Ceramist Sherri O. Nevins will encourage participants to experience the
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joy of smoke firing and be part of small team in action. Technical aspects of hand building with clay and smoke firing will be explored. Observe quick transformation of your work. Dress appropriately in long pants, long sleeves and sturdy shoes. The workshop includes two parts, a 2-hour hands-on clay session followed by a firing session two weeks later. Please bring some food to share for the second session. Registration is limited to 10 people. Fee -$70, includes materials.
techniques to create a one of a kind silk scarf, which will be completed by the end of the class. No experience is necessary. Registration is limited to 8 people. Please bring a brown bag lunch. Fee-$45, includes all materials.
Pine Needle Gourd Baskets 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 2 Gourd Artists Donna Kasulis instructs participants in the Native American art of pine needle/gourd basket making. Must be able to do a hem stitch. Please bring a brown bag lunch. Registration is limited to 8 people. Fee-$45, includes materials
Felting/The art of Shrinking your Knitting 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 11 Join Georgia Michalec in creating unique felted bowls. Beginning knitting skills required. Enjoy a peaceful autumn day at the Pond House B&B knitting and learning the techniques of controlled felting. Soup and bread will be provided. Please bring size 15 24” circular needles and a set of size 15 double pointed needles. Registration is limited t0 8 people. Fee-$40, yarn will be provided.
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Staf for d Johnson Memorial Salutes ‘Citizens of the Month’ STAFFORD - Johnson Memorial Hospital (JMH) volunteers Mary Guglielmo and Charlie Bagley were recognized as “Stafford Citizens of the Month” during a Selectmen’s Meeting at the Stafford Town Hall in June. This award program was instituted in 2001 as a means to recognize Stafford’s many kind, compassionate and dedicated volunteers. “We are so proud of Mary and Charlie,” said JMH President and CEO Alfred A. Lerz. “If ever anyone deserved an honor like this, it’s these two individuals. We feel blessed that they have chosen to donate their time and talents to our facility.” Guglielmo has been a volunteer at JMH since 1982 and has logged a total of more than 15,400 volunteer hours. She can be found in the hospital’s Emergency Department on Mondays and Thursdays, even including those that happen to be a holiday or snow day. Guglielmo also helps out at American Red Cross blood drives and has been recognized for many hours of
From left are Mary Guglielmo and her great-grandchildren: Jillian, (her friend), Vanessa and Anthony and Charlie Bagley and his granddaughter Morgan volunteering in Stafford’s schools. Same Day Surgery Center nearly every Bagley has been a volunteer at JMH weekday. Bagley also lends his expertise since 2000. He has logged a total of more and enthusiasm to many Hospital event than 2,300 hours and can be found in the committees. JMH is always seeking additional volunteers to help out in various departments and capacities. If you would like more information, please call the Hospital’s Let us help you with that honey do list. Interior & exterior repairs, Volunteer Coordinator at (860) 684-8216 or visit the “Volunteer Opportunities” page basements, dripping faucets, running toilets, no job too small, on the Johnson Health Network website, fair prices, licensed, insured, major credit cards accepted . www.johnsonhealthnetwork.com.
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The town of Stafford is soliciting proposals for the manufacture of four (4) baseball dugouts. These buildings will be eight (8) feet deep by twenty (20) feet long. Specifications for these buildings are available at the Office of the First Selectman or may be faxed to anyone wishing to make a proposal. Proposals will be accepted until August 17, 2006 at 3:00 P.M. in the Office of the First Selectman, Warren Memorial Town Hall, 1 Main Street, Stafford Springs, CT 06076. The Town reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals.
Hit Or Miss ‘06 Paul Savage (‘eft) and Nick King of the Enfield-based band“Fragile X” kick off the evening that included underground rock band Undefyed at the Onyx Soundlab Studio hosted “Hit or Miss 06” rock concert at the American Legion in Manchester. Other bands on the bill included No Jive, Rewinding Backwards and Dick Daily. By David Butler II
Plan to spend a day at the Hartford County 4H Fair at the FourTown Fairgrounds Egypt Road, Somers, CT (off of Route 83)
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Home Do You Have a $50,000 Hamburger Recipe To Share? Simplicity may be the key to earning $50,000 this year. For the 16th anniversary of Sutter Home Build a Better Burger Contest and Cook-Off® (the search for America’s best burger) judges are looking for entries to include a maximum of 16 ingredients. “In the past, there has been no limit on the number of ingredients,” says head judge James McNair. “We’re simplifying the contest by paring down the number of items used.” McNair suggests that contestants reinvent their favorite burger with new and different toppings or show off their ethnic background by incorporating traditional ingredients from their country of origin. From shiitake mushroom ketchup, Cuban pickle salsa and banana duck chutney to tzatziki with feta, Creole honey mustard and chermoula mayonnaise, winning burgers have included a range of exotic flavors from around the world. So, the question remains, can you build a better burger with 16 ingredients or less? McNair says yes. In the past 15 years, four grand prize winners used 16 ingredients or less to create their unique burgers. Last year’s $50,000 winner, Barry Rosenstein of Elmhurst, Ill., used a record 35 ingredients to build his Sweet and Spicy Red Fez Burgers.
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fresh basil sprigs Prepare a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill with a cover, or preheat a gas grill to medium-high. Combine the mayonnaise and pesto in a small bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until needed. To make the patties, combine the sirloin, Zinfandel, basil, onion, bread crumbs, sun-dried tomatoes and garlic salt in a large bowl. Handling the meat as little as possible, mix well. Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and form them into
patties to fit the rolls. When the grill is ready, brush the rack with vegetable oil. Toss basil sprigs directly onto the fire. Place patties on the rack; cover and cook 5 to 7 minutes on each side. During the last few minutes of cooking, place rolls, cut side down, on the outer edges of the rack to toast lightly. Top each patty with a cheese slice. Cook 1 minute. Spread the mayonnaise over the cut sides of the rolls. On each roll bottom, place a lettuce leaf, a patty, a tomato slice, an onion slice and a basil sprig. Add the roll tops and serve.
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• Their uniform size and quality allow them to fit tightly together for a strong, interlocking surface. • Paver joints allow for a small amount of movement without cracking. That means they won’t crack like asphalt or poured-in-place concrete. • Their design makes them easy to install and repair • They’re available in a wide variety of shapes, colors and textures. • And they can be installed by either a professional or a skilled do-it-yourselfer. One of the newest styles offers the highend look of stone for a more modest price. Called “tumbled” or “antiqued” pavers, they can be used to add a stately look to a walkway, patio or driveway. To learn more about retaining walls for raised patios, visit the National Concrete Masonry Association at www.ncma.org.
American Hardwoods • Plywood • Millwork • Flooring For Prices & Specials: www. cwghardwoodoutlet.com
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If you’re concerned that interest rates have increased in the past few months, call to see what that may mean to you in terms of monthly payments. A half point increase on a $150,000 loan translates to only about $50 more per month on your mortgage payment. Grab the brass ring while you can. Call me for more information at 253-3292. August 2006 North Central News
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Auto Three Affordable Hardtop Convertibles for the Masses We’re now coming into the best time of year to own a convertible in Southern New England. Late summer and fall provide some of the prime conditions for driving around back roads with your hair flapping in the breeze. Of course, convertibles can be seen as a luxury by some people who contend they are impractical to drive once the snow flies. Fortunately, manufacturers are making better tops so that has become less of a concern and rollbars make the vehicles much safer, too. Folks with lots of money, though, weren’t as concerned because they could buy OCAL pricey hardtop convertibles such as the Lexus SC 430, Chevy SSR pickup truck, the recently introduced Volvo C70, the Mercedes-Benz SL and SLK, and the Cadillac XLR. Just like other high-end automotive technology, the consumer is starting to see hardtops trickle down to an affordable level. Manufacturers have announced three models recently that are hovering around the $30,000 mark. Granted, that’s out of the ballpark for a lot of people (including your average automotive journalist), but it’s a lot more affordable than the $70,000 one could spend on the Lexus SC 430. The Pontiac G6 is the domestic addition to the lineup. On a recent trip from Massachusetts to Maine it proved to be a
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pleasant driving machine that is more highway tourer than thrilling sports car. It’s got something most convertibles (both hard and soft) don’t have: a real backseat. The Chrysler Sebring and the Toyota Solara are its only competition in this regard. This is a fairly user-friendly hardtop. It takes approximately 30 seconds, according to Pontiac, to transform the G6 from coupe to convertible, or vice versa, with the touch of a single button. It’s a pretty significant transformation, too, because it’s a sharp looking car with the top tucked away, but it’s a non-descript coupe when the top is in place. OTION Taking advantage of a 112-inch wheelbase, the convertible offers more than 34 inches of rear legroom, 36 inches of rear headroom, and approximately 45 inches rear shoulder and hip room. Aiding rear seat access is a front passenger seat that slides forward when the seatback is released. The driver seat features a release lever that is easily accessible by rear seat occupants. The newest addition to the lineup is the Mazda MX-5 Miata. In July, Mazda introduced its hardtop roadster at the British International Motor Show in London. In North America and Japan it will have the unwieldy name Mazda MX5 Power Retractable Hard Top instead of the sleeker sounding Mazda MX-5 Roadster Coupe that it gets in Europe. It
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2006 Pontiac G6 hardtop convertible really is going to offer the best of both worlds for people who like the Miata’s open-air fun, but want more protection from the elements. Of course, the Miata MX-5 was redesigned for 2006 to become a much more American friendly convertible. They didn’t quite super-size it, but you can finally be six feet tall and drive the thing. The roof folds into three sections that stow behind the seats, leaving trunk space unaffected. It is the world’s first hardtop convertible that has no impact on trunk space. According to published reports, the top comes down in 12 seconds, the fastest in its class. (Twenty seconds used to be considered speedy). No official word yet from Mazda when it will be available in the United States. The Volkswagen Eos arrives this fall. This four-seater features a five-section roof that transforms a hardtop coupe roof with an integrated sunroof to an open convertible. Volkswagen will offer the Eos
Courtesy photo with two engines: a 2.0 liter turbo, 200 horsepower, four cylinder starting at $27,990 and a 3.2 liter, 250 horsepower version of Volkswagen’s narrow angle V6 starting at $36,850. It should be a quick little beast. The Eos also includes standard features such as electronic stabilization program, safety-optimized front headrests, front airbags and specially developed front side head-thorax airbags; 16-inch alloy wheels (17-inch standard on the V6 model), air conditioning system, fog lights, power windows, and cruise control. It’s been a long time since Volkswagen made a cool convertible. It’s done a great job at making cute convertibles. Let’s hope the Eos is more of the former and less of the latter. The world doesn’t need another cute convertible! (Questions and comments about this column and other automotive issues can be e-mailed to cars@keithgriffin.com. All queries will be answered.)
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Montessori Children’s Corner School at 215 Somers Rd., East Longmeadow, MA. Pre-school (2.9 years) through Full Day kindergarten - 5 days a week, 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; varied schedules. Call (413) 525-8305 to get more information or to schedule a visit.
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For Sale Beautiful 7-year-old mare. Sound, gentle, cross ties, trailers, easy to shoe. Black with white sox. Professionally trained to drive easily adaptable to saddle. $1,000. (860) 871-2481.
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STAFFORD LAWN C ARE MUSIC ITEMS FOR SALE Ibanez PF10 acoustic w/ hard case. Great shape. $225.
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Boat For Sale 31 ft Wellcraft Express Cruiser $21,500 CALL BOB HORNBUCKLE 413-539-8838 or 860-558-2432
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