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Though this year’s election lacks the national fanfare of the 2020 presidential election, voting in local elections matters a great deak. Even small increases in neighborhood voter participation in an “off” year can transform the political landscape immediately and also set the tone for statewide and national elections in 2022. It is through this lens the North Central News presents the choices its readers will have before them for town selectmen and boards of education on Nov. 2. East Windsor This town will no doubt be among the least impacted in the region, with no newcomers on its Board of Selectmen, as voters will choose three selectmen from among four candidates – all incumbents.
Alan Marie Sarah Baker DeSousa Muska Those on the ballot for selectman are Democrats Alan Baker and Marie DeSousa and Republicans Charles Nordell and Sarah Muska. First Selectman Jason Bowsza’s term Charles will not expire until Nordell November 2023. Two vacancies on the Board of Education will be filled when voters select four of six candidates. The candidates are Democrats Noreen Farmer and incumbents David Swain and Kate Carey-Trull, along with Republican incumbents Heather Spencer and Frances Neill.
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Opera House Players finally get chance to perform ‘Mamma Mia!’
The Opera House Players presentation of “Mamma Mia!” takes place this month.
ENFIELD — Originally set to hit the main stage in May 2020, the Opera House Players finally have the opportunity to perform “Mamma Mia!” with the majority of the original cast. Performances will run Nov. 5 to 21 (Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m.; Sundays, 2 p.m.) at Enfield Annex (124 N. Maple St.). Tickets are $23 for adults, $19 for those under 12, over 60, and students. Visit www.operahouseplayers.org/ tickets or call the box office at 860292-6068. For group discounts for 10plus tickets, call the box office. ABBA’s songs propel this tale of love,
laughter, and friendship. Laughs and explosive dance numbers make “Mamma Mia!” an unforgetable trip down the aisle. This production features over 20 actors directed by area performer/director Sharon FitzHenry, with musical direction by Debi Salli, and choreography by Melissa Dupont. Opera House Players is partnering with Enfield Loaves and Fishes for a Thanksgiving donation drive. OHP will provide one raffle ticket per item donated. Visit operahouseplayers.org for the list of requested food items. Cash donations are also be appreciated.
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Jacob’s Well to feature Christian folk performance VERNON — Jacob’s Well Coffeehouse will feature The Monarques on Nov. 5. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the music starts at 7:30 p.m. The event will be held at The Oasis, a cozy renovated 1800s storefront at 3 Elm St. in the Rockville section of Vernon. Admission and refreshments are free. Dress is casual. The Monarques are a Christian folk music group from the Catskill Mountain region of New York. Laura and Steve Monarque met onstage while performing in Destinations, a rock musical at Le Poisson Rouge in New York City, where they found a shared passion for music and storytelling. Between them, they have many years
Steve and Laura Monarque of experience in music, theater, television, and film. Laura has performed across the country in professional regional theaters, including the original tour of Broadway musical “A Night
with Janis Joplin” at Arena Stage and Cleveland Play House, and alongside indie folk band Blitzen Trapper in their original musical at Portland Center Stage. Over the years, Steve has acted in many well-known films including “Sixteen Candles” and “No Small Affair,” and made numerous TV appearances, including a special MTV video for the popular song “25 or 6 to 4” by rock band Chicago. In recent years, Steve and Laura have focused on creating and producing high-end, family-friendly content for both live performance and film through their company, MonaVision Films. Recent projects include the award-win-
ning made-for-TV film “Simpler Times,” written and directed by Steve, in which they performed alongside the late Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara. Laura co-wrote the theme song with Stiller, and the film is distributed and programmed by ShortsTV. Steve’s play “That’s Life” is currently in development in NYC. It’s a story of redemption in which a suicidal rock n’ roller meets his guardian angel via a karaoke machine. The 13-song score is written by Steve and performed by The Monarques. For details, on The Monarques show, call 860-871-6500 or visit www.JacobsWellCoffeehouse.com.
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Holiday Artist Market coming to Ashford ASHFORD — The Ashford Arts Council Holiday Artist Market will take place at Knowlton Memorial Hall in the lower level of Babcock Library, 25 Pompey Hollow Road, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 20 and 21. Admission is free. Local artists will sell their wares and live music will take place. The wearing of masks is required. Visit http://ashfordarts.org/holidayartist-market/ for more information. Artisans include: Jennifer Misseri, CT Valley Baskets; Maggie Kendis, printmaker, jewelry; Joan Blade Johnson, botanical prints, jewel tone
scarves, fiber arts; Anna Harding, glassworks; Christine Acebo, photography; Charles McCaughtry, watercolors and block prints. Also on hand will be: Ron Page, woodturner: bowls, boxes, lamp bases; Suzy Staubach, pottery, books; Kathleen Lepak, calligraphy cards, illustrated books, blank books; Gretchen and Lauren, wooden trays, woodburning designs. More featured artisans include: Pat Morris, wildlife art, feather painting; Dan Rackliffe, pottery; Jane Rackliffe, kiln-fired glass bowls and jewelry; Mike Metsak, goat milk soaps and
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Act provides town with $3.4M in federal funding EAST WINDSOR — The American Rescue Plan Act provided East Windsor with more than $3.4 million in federal funds. Use of funds is Jason Bowsza limited to five things: 1) recovering lost revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic; 2) hazard pay for frontline employees; 3) sewer, water, and broadband projects; 4) tourism; and 5) small business and nonprofit assistance. The Board of Selectmen elected to allocate a portion of its ARPA funding for small business and nonprofit assistance through development of the East Windsor Emergency Relief and Stabilization Effort COVID-19 Grant. The ARPA allows for assistance to small businesses and nonprofits to adopt safer operating procedures, weather periods of closure, or mitigate financial hardship resulting from the COVID-19. Such assistance may include grants to mitigate financial hardships. For purposes of the grant, mitigation of financial hardships was understood to be: declines in revenues; impacts of business closure, including payroll and benefits costs; costs to retain employees; mortgage, rent, or utilities costs; other operating costs, such as coronavirus prevention or mitigation tactics; physical plant changes
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CONCLUSION East Windsor is fortunate to have received $3,453,151.43 in funding from the federal government. No state or municipal tax dollars were allocated to funding the grants or the administrative costs of the E.R.A.S.E. COVID-19 Grant. Applications received show the economic effects of the pandemic incurred by small businesses and nonprofits are significant, and that there is a long way to go to achieve full recovery. East Windsor was one of the first communities in Connecticut to establish a direct support program for small businesses and nonprofits utilizing ARPA funds. We hope our experience may be emulated in other communities. We often say the town wants to be partners in the success of businesses in our community. Development of this program and the efficient distribution of funds proves that we are serious.
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WINTER PROGRAMS Futsal and Street Soccer After School Soccer for Grades 5-8: The aim of this program is to increase the players’ personal skills to the next level. Using Futsal (Futbol de Salao - Soccer in a Room) as a platform for high-speed, high-volume ball touches and maneuvering in tight spaces. A typical Futsal game allows the player to touch the ball up to 600% more than traditional soccer thereby increasing the player’s decisionmaking skills and comfort with the ball. A Futsal ball is smaller and heavier, which allows the player to easily command the ball and in return increase con昀dence that seamlessly transforms to a soccer game. This process produces skillful players. Dates: Tuesdays, November 9 - January 4, 2022 Grades: 5-8 Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Location: Town Hall Annex, 25 School Street, East Windsor Fee: $80.00 resident/non-resident Mad Science Eureka: Students explore famous inventors such as Leonardo da Vinci, Thomas Edison, Archimedes, Ben Franklin and even Rube Goldberg, along with the contributions each made to science, engineering, and society. Guided by our Mad Scientists, Junior Inventors use their knowledge and creativity to overcome a series of challenges using basic materials, simple machines, tips from famous inventors and the most important of all their minds! Each student will also bring home a cool science take-away every week! While Thomas Edison said “invention is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration” this program is 100% FUN! Dates: Mondays November 29 - January 10, 2022 Grades: 1-4 Time: 3:45-4:45 PM Location: BBES Art Room Fee: $99.00 **Due to COVID regulations, only East Windsor Public School registered students are permitted to attend. Masks will be required in accordance with East Windsor Public School mandates** Cheer and Tumble 101 with World Cup All Stars A fun introduction to the fundamentals of cheerleading and tumbling. Basic to intermediate skills will be taught based on proper progressions for tumbling, stunting, motions, jumps, cheers, and dances in a safe and age-appropriate manner by World Cup All Star Certi昀ed Coaches. Dates: Thursdays December 2 - January 20, 2022 Ages: 5-10 Time: 4:00-5:00 PM Location: Broad Brook Elementary School Gym
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FITNESS CLASSES Winter Yoga with Diane Ross Join yoga instructor Diane Ross for Winter Yoga! We will be offering Yoga once a week on Wednesdays for the Winter Session with both in-person and virtual options available. Those looking to get back to in-person classes should select the In-Person registration option. Please note class will be taking place at the Town Hall Annex in the large meeting room this year. Class size will be limited to ensure we can properly distance the Yoga mats 6 feet apart on all sides. For those who are not ready to jump back into in-person programming, we will also be offering a Virtual Class option. Those who register for the virtual class will be provided with a Zoom link to log in with each week. Participants will have the ability to participate in the class live as if they are in the room. We will also send all virtual participants the recorded link to view at their own convenience during the week. Dates: Wednesdays January 5 - February 23, 2022 Ages: 18+ Time: 6:15 – 7:30 pm Location: Town Hall Annex, 25 School Street, East Windsor/Zoom Fee: $30.00 resident/$35 non-resident
Annual Torchlight Parade and Carol Sing The Torchlight Parade is sponsored by East Windsor Parks and Recreation along with the Broad Brook Fire Department. After the parade there will be hayrides, tattoos, refreshments, and arts & crafts activities for the kids! Join us for the Carol Sing and a special visit from Santa! Raf昀e tickets will also be sold during this event. Date: Saturday, December 18, 2021 Time: 5:30 PM Location: From Main Street to the Broad Brook Fire House Fee: Free, but please consider bringing a nonperishable food donation to bene昀t the Five Corner Cupboard & East Windsor Power Pack Program.
COMMUNITY EVENTS Annual North Pole Connection Santa Claus is ready to call children in East Windsor (preschool age to Grade 2) to 昀nd out what they have been up to this year! To receive a phone call, please visit www.EastWindsorRec.com to register your child. Santa is also ready to receive letters from his friends in East Windsor! This program is open to children in 3rd & 4th Grade. Be sure to tell Santa a little bit about yourself, what you’ve done this year to make the nice list and of course what you want for Christmas! Letters must be received by December 10th to ensure Santa has time to mail his responses. Letters can be dropped off at the North Pole Mailbox located outside of the Broad Brook Fire Department, 125 Main Street in Broad Brook or in the black drop box outside of the Town Hall Annex at 25 School Street in East Windsor. Holiday Lights Contest This contest is open to all East Windsor residents and businesses! Call 860.627.6662 to register your business or residence or nominate a neighbor’s residence (with their permission). Parks & Recreation will compile entries and put together a map for drive-by viewing! Pictures will be uploaded to Facebook and
COMMUNITY SERVICES Outreach to the Community Residents and Businesses Each year the East Windsor Department of Social Services reaches out to our loyal neighbors and local businesses for donations in support of our various programs that we offer to our residents in need during the Holiday Seasons. Currently we are seeking individuals/businesses interested in donating to or volunteering for the following: Thanksgiving and Christmas Holiday Food Program, the Sponsor a Family and Santa Toy Shop Programs. We continue to appeal to your community spirit to help us provide a happier holiday for less fortunate residents. Currently we need turkeys and gift cards to local grocery stores in $20 increments for Thanksgiving, as well as hams and gift cards for Christmas. If you would like to donate food, toys, or gift items, please contact the East Windsor Social Services Department for further details and to coordinate a drop-off time at 25 School Street, East Windsor, CT. If you have speci昀c questions about our Holiday Programs or would like to volunteer to assist with these programs, please call East Windsor Social Services at (860) 623-2430, or email Mmaltese@ eastwindsorct.com.
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East Windsor Senior News The East Windsor Senior Center, 125 Main St., Broad Brook, is open weekdays from 8 a.m to 3 p.m. Masks are required. Preregistration is required for all programs and lunch. For details call 860-292-8262. The center will be closed on Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day and Nov. 25 and 26 for Thanksgiving. CRT meals are being served daily at the center weekdays at noon. Suggested donation is $3 per meal. Make a reservation by calling 860-292-8279 by 11 a.m. the day before you would like the meal. A partial list of upcoming events includes: The center is collecting items to send to U.S. troops by Nov. 24. Veterans interested in helping pack up the care packages can join the Vet Drive on Nov. 30 at 10:30 a.m. For a list of items needed call 860-292-8262. Medicare Advantage Plan Workshops: Presented by Stateline Senior Services at 1 p.m.: Nov. 2 Connecticare; Nov. 9 CarePartners of
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Election in Ellington will decide first selectman Enfield ed board, town council slots up for grabs continued from page 1 Ellington Current First Selectwoman Lori Spielman, a Republican, will face Democrat Michael Madru. Madru has said that his professional experience in financial and operational management would provide sound fiscal leadership. Spielman, who is Michael running for her fourth Madru term as first selectwoman, says she has pushed to keep Ellington business friendly, which has helped in growing Ellington’s econo-
my and tax base. She recently withdrew a proposed ordinance that would have cut the Board of Finance out of making equal decisions on what the town’s porLori tion of American Spielman Rescue Plan funds would be used for, based on publically stated disapproval of that idea. Ellington voters will choose four of eight selectman candidates. These are Democrats Sadie Sanville, Charlotte Ward, incumbent Melinda Ferry and Kelly Ramsey Fuhlbrigge, in addition to Republican incumbents David Stavens, Ronald Stromberg, James Prichard, and John Turner. Each Ellington voter will also select up to five candidates from a roster of 50% incumbents and 50% newcomers for the Board of Education: Democrat incumbent Gary Blanchette and Democrat candidates Jessica Fay,
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Cekala, Cynthia Mangini, Robert Cressotti, and newcomer Douglas Finger, a Public Works crew leader. They will face Republican incumbents Gina Joe Muller, Mayor Cekala Mike Ludwick, Lori Unghire, and newcomer Marie Pyznar, a former small-business owner and current insurance agent. Each Enfield voter will also choose up to Cynthia five Board of Mangini Education nominees from a roster of 10 candidates. The candidates are incumbents Democrat Scott Ryder and Tina LeBlanc, together with Robert Democrat Amanda Cressotti Pickett (who filled the remainder of the term of Joyce Hall, who died in August), Democrat newcomer Joshua Hamre, a veterans service coordinator, and former Town Council Douglas Democrat contender Finger Dr. Gerald Calnen. Republican choices on the Board of Education ballot are incumbents Jean Acree, Janet Cushman, Jonathan LeBlanc, John Unghire, and newcomer Theresa Meyer, a tax preparer and owner of T. Meyer Associates.
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Random Raven A four-pack of local laughs & it’s beginning to look a lot like....well, you know By Gary Carra Welcome back to Random Raven, the column that aspires to provide your complete, entertainment itinerary on a month-to-month basis. As we navigate our way into November, the Raven actually has a bone or two to pick with his faithful followers. No... not a Turkey day wishbone. Or even those delicious drumsticks.
He's talking about two, area venues that will be launching targeted attacks on your funny bone this month. In fact, the first - MGM Springfield actually boasts three random acts of merriment at two of its' venues this month. At the beautifully restored Armory Building on the casino's downtown grounds proper, no less than Beantownbased funnywoman Kelly MacFarland Nov. 6 and the man with enough "dyno-mite" to make Yosemite Sam say "damn" - Jimmie Walker Nov. 21. Meanwhile, over at MGM's sister property, Symphony Hall, veteran stand-up favorite Brian Regan brings his time-tested, comedic talents Nov. 12. Tickets are $45-$69 for that, depending on your proximity to the hilarity. To purchase or more information, kindly point your browser to mgmspringfield.com
A short trek down 91 South finds fellow scene stalwart Jim Florentine Funnyman Brian Regan (above) will about Bobby V's (www.bobbyvsrestauschtick it to the audience at MGM rant.com) in Windsor Locks Nov. 21. Springfield’s Symphony Hall Nov. 12. A regular on the Howard Stern show Over at the casino’s downtown grounds with movie credits including Artie proper, Kelly MacFarland (Nov. 6) and Lange's "Beer League" and Amy Jimmie Walker (Nov. 21) will assume Schumer's "Trainwreck," Florentine has the lion’s share of the duties at the been bringing the funny for nearly three ROAR Comedy Club this month.
The man in red may be synoymous with December, but he’s touching down quite literally, via helicopter - at Yankee Candle at 9 a.m. Nov. 27. Other November holiday starts of note include: Springfield’s Bright Nights (Nov. 24), Roaring Acres Alpacas in Suffield Nov. 26 and a “Holiday Movie Extravaganza” at Mansfield’s Drive-In Nov. 20 featuring silver screen chestnuts like Elf, The Polar Express and A Christmas Story as well as copious amounts of hot cocoa of course. Courtesy Photos decades at this point. Due to Covid-19 considerations, tickets will be sold in foursomes for $100. Each foursome will be seated at their own tables. Closer to home, East Windsor’s Broad Brook Opera House has been boasting some fairly big names in recent weeks. And the beat goes on this month, Foreigner replicators Double Vision (Nov. 12) and Santana sound-a-likes Jingo (Sept. 20) sandwiching a Carl Palmer himself - of Emerson, Lake & Palmer fame - Nov.
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Enfield Golf tourney raises $19,000 for Network Against Domestic Abuse ENFIELD – The Network Against Domestic Abuse 28th Annual Golf Tournament held Sept. 27 at Twin Hills Country Club in Longmeadow, Massachusetts, raised over $19,000 to support programs for victims of domestic abuse and their children. Major corporate sponsors included Barnes Group, Inc. as the Purple Ribbon Sponsor; M&T Bank was the Humanitarian Sponsor; USA Hauling & Recycling was the Lunch Sponsor along with Adams & Adams Building Services, Encompass IT Solutions, International Turbine Systems, KellyFradet Lumber, London & Company, Mr. Hardwood, One Source Financial, Pickle Jar Deli, and Rockville Bank Community Foundation as Social Hour, Dinner, and Golf Cart Sponsors. Rich’s Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
was the Hole-in-One Sponsor. Since 1985, The Network Against Domestic Abuse has diligently worked to reduce the incidence of domestic abuse and provide much needed assistance to adult victims and their children and through education to our youth in the schools. The golf tournament supports the many services that are provided free of charge. Services provided by The Network are free and include outreach, crisis intervention, support and counseling services, as well as a 15-bed emergency shelter for individuals and families. The Network operates a confidential 24-hour crisis hotline, seven days a week. For more information about The Network’s services, please visit www.thenetworkct.org or call (860) 763-7430.
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a free basketball skills clinic for Enfield youths in grades 1-6. Learn the fundamentals of the game, increase basketball IQ, and continue to develop important skills of the sport. Clinics will be held for grades 1-3 on Nov. 15, and for grades 4-6 on Nov. 17, from 68 p.m. at the Enfield High School gym. Pre-registration is required. Medicare sessions The Enfield Public Library will host two Medicare information sessions on Nov. 8. “Can I Afford to Pay for My Medicare Insurance?” will be presented from 2 to 3 p.m., and “Can I Pick a Better Medicare Plan for 2022?: will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The programs will cover available options. A packet of useful documents and instructions will be included. The presenter is Will St George, a certified counselor for Connecticut CHOICES, a program that provides unbiased information and consumer insurance education Can't make the presentation? Individual appointments are available through the Enfield Senior Center, 860-763-7425.
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Enfield Scenes of safety The 19th annual Child Safety Day took place Oct. 10 at Scitico Plaza. Below left: Hazardville Fire Dept. members Jason Carlton, Brandon Kerr, Jamie Hurley. Below right: State Police Trooper Gregor speaks to a youngster about safety.
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Edward DePeau: National Science Foundation-award-winning educator. Priorities include: identify appropriate academic improvements that support all students in learning to their potential; support strong curricula and community partnerships that bring relevant, real-world experiences to our students; improve communication and collaboration among stakeholders.
Christophe Huestis: STEM educator, Scout leader. Priorities include: servant leadership; support the arts; improve reading, writing, and math skills; learn complete histories from multiple voices; deep focus on science/tech; increase students’ DOING, THINKING, MAKING in school; experiential learning, internships, and connecting students with local business leaders; expand programs for special education and gifted students.
Jan Martin: Retired teacher of the year, active volunteer. Priorities include: be guided by SPS Strategic Plan with its three goals— student achievement, professional learning, accountability; educate the whole child, including the arts and social/emotional learning; prepare students for their real-life roles by emphasizing communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity.
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Mary Shannon Kelleher: Corporate DEI consultant; leadership development. Priorities include: work to assure that learning environment does not overstress children or teachers; ensure the whole child feels seen, heard, safe to be themselves at school; enhance current Board meetings/communications, utilizing virtual technology, to allow parents more access to support administration.
Dorothy Ruggiero: At-home parent, substitute teacher. Priorities include: bridge the gap between the Board and families; address the number of students living in Somers but attending school elsewhere; support the whole child. I have personal expertise in advocating for children’s unique education needs.
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Turkey supper The Congregational Church of Somersville will be preparing a turkey supper, ready for curbside pick-up, from 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 13. The cost is $13 per meal, which includes turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, winter squash, cranberry sauce, salad, bread, and pumpkin pie. Because the number of dinners is limited, those who are interested should reserve their meals in advance, either by email at somcong@aol.com or by calling the church office or 860-749-7741; reservations will be confirmed. To pick up meals, enter the north driveway (on the right facing the church), drive around forming two lanes, where you will pay by cash or check, and your meals will be brought out to your vehicle.
Veterans wreaths Veterans Day is a good time to consider sponsoring a wreath for a veteran laid to rest in one of the efour Somers cemeteries. Veterans Day is a time to remember, honor, and teach others about the sacrifices made by those who have served in the military to protect America’s freedom. You can take care of those who have taken care of you by donating funds for the sponsorship of veterans’ wreaths through the Wreaths Across America local group, the Somers Department of Veterans Affairs. The Somers Department of Veterans Affairs Group and Location ID information is listed below to help navigate the online sponsorship process: • Group Name: Town of Somers Cemeteries • Group ID: CT0131P • Location Name: West Cemetery • Location ID: CTWEST How to sponsor wreaths through the Somers Dept. of Veterans Affairs? 1. Order online through the direct link to the WAA page: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/CT0131P
2. Click the red button that says ‘Sponsor Wreaths’. • Select the number of wreaths that you wish to sponsor and the location you want them delivered to. • Add other options (Grave Specific Request, etc.), as desired. • Click ‘Review My Sponsorships’ to complete the checkout process with a credit/debit card, Google Pay, or PayPal. Be sure to verify that the group ID and location ID are listed next to the items in your shopping cart prior to submitting your order. How do I volunteer for the wreath laying event in Somers? National Wreaths Across America Day is Dec. 11. Those interested in taking part in the local event should contact the Somers Department of Veterans Affairs to verify the start time and to make arrangements to volunteer at the wreath-laying event. The local office coordinators will determine the best way to distribute the wreaths to all volunteers who would like to assist with laying them on veteran graves. If you need to make special arrange-
Police seek help Troop C is investigating a larceny at Small Town Sunoco in Somers. On Oct. 18, the male pictured took several items of value. Anyone with information should call 860896-3200. ments to lay any grave specific wreaths for your loved ones, you are asked to contact the Somers Department of Veterans Affairs prior to the event at (860) 272-4207. The local office can also be reached directly through its WAA location website via the contact button. If you would like to learn more about military benefits, please schedule an appointment with the Town of Somers, Department of Veterans Affairs, Cell: (860) 604-0634 or Office: (860) 2724207.
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Somers, Stafford, Suffield voters have choices continued from page 12 SOMERS Selectman Tim Keeney, a Republican, is running for the first selectman seat uncontested. Somers voters, however, will elect two out of three candidates Tim for selectman. Keeney The candidates are Democrat Robert Schmidt, who is currently the registrar of voters; Republican William Meier III, who has served on the Board of Finance; and petitioning candidate Ralph Williams, who has served as a volunteer on several town boards and is making his second run for the office. The Nov. 2 results will also place six out of 10 candidates on the Somers Board of Education, replacing twothirds of the current board. The candi-
dates include Democrat incumbent Jan Martin and Democrats Dorothy Ruggiero, Edward DePeau, Christophe Huestis and Mary Shannon Kelleher. Also on the ballot are Republican incumbent Christopher Thiesing and Republicans Catherine Embriano, Michael Briggs, Kimberly Radziewicz and Carl Stebbins, as well as petitioning candidate Robert Chester. STAFFORD Voters will be choosing a new first selectman. Nominee Democrat Gene Julian, who is also on record as a petitioning candidate, faces Gene Republican Town Julian Chairman Salverio Titus. Julian served on the Planning Zoning Commission from 2007 to 2019.
The Stafford selectman candidates are incumbent Democrat Richard Hartenstein Jr., who is also running with an open party designation, versus Republican Salverio Kurt Vail, who currently Titus represents Connecticut House District 52 in the state legislature. Stafford voters will choose three Board of Education candidates among Democrats Sara Introvigne Kelley, Lori Fortuna, and Carol Parker, all of whom are also running under an open party designation, and Republicans Janene Berriault, Aaron Hoffman, and Erica Bushior. SUFFIELD Suffield’s incumbent Democrat First Selectman Melissa Mack will seek a fourth term on Nov. 2 when she faces Republican Colin Moll. For Board of Selectmen Suffield voters
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Vernon police mourn passing of K-9 Thor VERNON – The Vernon Police Department is mourning the passing of K-9 Thor, an 8-year-old Belgian Malinois/German Shepherd mix who served with the Vernon Police Officer Bryan Sembersky for seven years. Sembersky was at Thor’s side when he died on Oct. 16. Thor was born in Slovakia and brought to the United States, where he trained with Sembersky as a patrol and drug detection dog. To be a patrol dog, Thor had to successfully complete training in tracking, building searches, area searching, finding articles and evidence, apprehending criminals and handler protection. As a drug detection dog, Thor consistently and accurately located marijuana, cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine. As a team, Sembersky and Thor were nationally certified.
“The bond formed between a police dog and its trainer is very special,” said Mayor Dan Champagne, a former Vernon police officer. “I hope the community will join me in remembering Thor for his service to our community and offering our condolences to Officer Sembersky and the entire police department.” Police Chief John Kelley said Thor was a valuable member of the Vernon Police Department and that Sembersky and Thor had multiple successes in tracking suspects and finding drugs. “In February 2016 Thor found 1,400 bags of heroin in a car after a routine motor vehicle stop turned into a drug investigation,” Kelley said. “Two people were arrested and one received a three-year prison sentence.” Thor also went into a building and found a burglary suspect hiding in a crawl space, Kelley said. In doing so, Thor kept the respond-
ing officers safe and brought the situation to a peaceful resolution. More recently, Thor played a key role in finding firearm that was used in a homicide, Kelley said. The gun had been thrown into the Hockanum River. Thor searched the area and alerted officers to a spot near the river. “Without K-9 Thor’s keen abilities, it is possible we would not have recovered this weapon,” Kelley said. Thor was also popular at community events, including National Night Out in August. Children crowded around Thor and Sembersky to learn about Thor and his work. “Thor worked tirelessly to protect his fellow officers and the residents of Vernon,” Kelley said. The Vernon Police Department honVernon Police Officer Bryan Sembersky ored K-9 Thor for his service during a with K-9 Thor. ceremony at the police department on Photo courtesy of Vernon Police Department Oct. 25.
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Opinions sought on Witt School transformation By Laura B. Hayden Thanks to a government grant, Stafford’s former Witt School, now abandoned, is slated to be transformed – and townspeople are being given the opportunity to offer suggestions for its renovation and reuse. Funds from an Environmental Protection Agency Brownfield Grant will be applied to renovate the currently blighted property into a clean public space that the whole community can take pride in, according to the explorestaffordct.com webpage. The site also states – as did a Town of Stafford Facebook post in October – that the Selectman’s Office is seeking “Requests for Interest, Ideas, and Innovations (RFIs) and letters of interest for “adaptive reuse scenarios or other creative redevelopment proposals from persons, companies or qualified entities who recognize the unique opportunity to breathe new life” into the building located on 20 Hyde Park Road or portions of it. The goal of this call for RFIs is to build off of public visioning sessions by educating and informing the Board of Selectmen, the Stafford Brownfields Advisory Board, and other town entities as to the
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American Legion bingo American Legion Post 26 hosts bingo every Friday evening at 10 Monson Road. Doors open at 5 p.m. and ticket sales begin at 6 p.m., with games starting at 7 p.m. Visit https://www.facebook.com/ American-Legion-Post-26-StaffordSprings-CT-1375256769376613/ for more information. Prayer Shawl Ministry The Stafford Prayer Shawl Ministry meets the second Monday of each month except July and August in the Stafford Public Library from 2 to 3 p.m. The next meeting will be Monday, Nov. 8. The group welcomes individuals who would like to attend and knit, cro-
Funds from an Environmental Protection Agency Brownfield Grant will be applied to renovate the currently blighted property into a clean public space that the whole community can take pride in, according to the explorestaffordct.com webpage. interest and feasibility of site redevelopment or reuse, and how to best move forward. Details and RFI/Attachment downloads may be downloaded at www.explorestaffordct.com/wittrfi. While Facebook is not the official venue to propose ideas for the grant monies, close to 100 comments have responded to the early October RFIs post. Many called for renovating the building into a
chet, or quilt these much needed prayer shawls, and will even teach those who are interested how to knit or crochet. Join in a ministry that brings God's grace, peace, comfort, love, joy, and hope to those in need. If you cannot make the meeting but want to make prayer shawls at home, we'll even pick them up. If you or your pastor knows of anyone who could use a prayer shawl, the group will arrange for one to be picked up. Call Karen at 860-982-5896 or Kathy at 860-684-9484 for information or pick up arrangements. All are welcome to attend. Leaf pickup The town of Stafford will be picking up leaves that are raked to the curbside (no bagged leaves) on the weeks of Nov. 8, 15 and 22. Leaves must be free of branches, twigs or debris. View a schedule of the dates and streets involved on the town website or call 860-684-3448 for more information.
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YMCA. The second most common response suggested an adult learning center. A smattering replies mentioned apartments, a homeless shelter, and a Rotary Museum. In 2019, Stafford received a #300,000 Brownfield Community-Wide Assessment Grant from the US EPA to help transform underutilized properties into productive use. The EPA defines a “brownfield” as “real property where the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may ne complicared by the presence or potential presence of hazardous substance, pollutant, or contamination. The Assessment Grant provides funding for a grant recipient to inventory, characterize, assess, conduct a range of planning activites, devlop site-specific cleanup plans, and conduct community involvement to brownfield sites. Four parcels in town were thought to be potential “brownfields.” These were the Stafford Cleaners (which closed in 2019), the Country Village Shoppes (vacant in 2019), the Hydville Woolen mill which had fallen into disrepair, and the vacant Witt School.
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Regional Residents urged to ‘Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety’ “Chirping that continues after the battery has been replaced means the alarm is at the end of its life and must be replaced,” Wasilewski said. “All smoke detectors must be replaced after 10 years.” Fire Chief Stephen Eppler urged families to talk to children about what to do when a smoke or carbon monoxide detector sounds. “Practicing good fire safety at home saves lives,” Eppler said. “Everyone in the home should understand what the sounds mean, and what to do.” People who have questions about where to place smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are urged to call the fire marshal’s office at (860) 8703652. “My staff and I are always available to answer questions about the proper placement of smoke and CO detectors and will visit your home to conduct an evaluation if need be,” Wasilewski said. “And don’t forget to have smoke and CO detectors that meet the needs of all family members, including those with sensory or physical disabilities.” Representatives from the Fire Marshal’s office and members of the Town of Vernon Fire Department were visiting all of Vernon’s elementary schools during October to give children age-appropriate training on fire safety. Children were also being given a chance to meet firefighters and check out fire trucks. Students in third and fourth grades were also be able to participate in the annual Fire Prevention Poster Contest. Chase Kopcza’s hard work on his poster contest entry earned him $900 in prizes and $500 for Lake Street School, in addition to the honor of having his poster displayed at the Legislative Office Building. Chase’s poster will also be the cover of the annual state Fire Prevention Calendar.
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VERNON — Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors make distinct noises and it’s essential for people to understand what those noises mean. “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety” was the theme of this year’s Fire Prevention Week, which took place Oct. 3-9. Vernon Fire Marshal Dan Wasilewski and Vernon firefighters carried that message to kindergarten through second grade students when they visited elementary schools during October. “Fires are on the decline in Vernon thanks to the prevention work of our Fire Marshal and Fire Department,” Mayor Dan Champagne said. “Fire Prevention Week is an opportunity to continue that momentum and to learn what can be done to keep yourself and your family safe from fire. And please, make sure you have working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home.” Also, during Fire Prevention Week, Lake Street School fifth grader Chase Kopcza was recognized for winning the State Fire Prevention Poster Contest. Chase’s poster, which urges people to prevent forest fires, was judged to be the best in Vernon, Tolland County, and the State of Connecticut. Chase’s poster was on display in the State Legislative Office Building this week during Fire Prevention Week. Fire Marshal Wasilewski said people should never ignore the sounds emitted by smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. “When an alarm makes noise — a beeping sound or a chirping sound — you must take action,” Wasilewski said. “A continuous set of three loud beeps means there is smoke or fire. Get out, call 9-1-1, and stay out.” A single chirp every 30 or 60 seconds means the battery is low and a fresh battery should be installed, Wasilewski said.
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The Town of Suffield celebrated the 350th anniversary of its founding with a parade last month. The town’s celebration had been delayed for a year because of the pandemic. On this page and next, scenes from the parade. Photos courtesy of Suffield 350th Committee
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All About Airplanes Monday November 22, 2021, 10AM-3PM Meet an airplane pilot & climb inside our Douglas DC-3 to learn about its ongoing restoration. Helicopters 101 Monday February 7, 2022, 10AM-3PM Meet an engineer & climb inside our fully restored Sikorsky CH-54B Skycrane. Balloons and Blimps Monday May 16, 2022, 10AM-3PM Meet an aeronaut, climb inside a balloon basket, and learn about the restoration of our Goodyear K-28 Blimp Car from World War II.
Online pre-registration is required. Register for the full series (all three dates) and save 25% o昀 student rates! Registration closes one week prior to each event. Single event per student (Ages 4-17) $20.00 Single event per adult (Ages 18+) $10.00 Full series per student $45.00 Full series per adult $30.00 Children ages 3 and under admitted free
For individual registration and/or Companies sponsoring employee participation should call Ron Katz at (860) 623-3305, ext. 317, or email rkatz@neam.org. Find our how your company can be a sponsor of this seminar series, and also help sponsor high-school aerospace students to attend free of charge. Email rkatz@neam.org for details.
For more information, visit www.neam.org or call (860) 623-3305.
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 9:00am – 4:00pm
36 Perimeter Road (o昀 Route 75) Windsor Locks, CT
Admission to the New England Air Museum is $16 for adults, $10 for children ages 4-14, and free for 3 and under.
The New England Air Museum is located in Windsor Locks, Conn. adjacent to Bradley International Airport. Take I-91 north or south to CT. exit 40 (Route 20) to Route 75 north.
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Suffield welcomes new Rotarians The Rotary Club of Suffield inducted two new members Oct. 5with the ceremony and welcome given by Scott Seabury and pins presented by District Governor Joanne Alfieri and Past District Governor Marc Glass. At left, new Rotarian Brian Crozier with Glass and Alfieri. At right, new Rotarian Bill Eccles with Glass and Alfieri. November meetings of the Rotary Club are scheduled at 5:45 p.m. Nov. 2 and 16 at Suffield Country Club. Photos courtesy of The Rotary Club of Suffield
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Highest quality mulch & soil products in New England. Now taking bagged mulch orders.
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