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feral cat colonies in Enfield, with volunteers feeding the cats twice daily, providing fresh water and maintaining winter shelters. The work is demanding, requiring volunteers to trap cats, transport them to veterinary appointments, monitor colonies and ensure the animals remain healthy. “It’s a labor of love that relies heavily on community support and understanding,” Struck said. Central to the organization’s efforts is Trap-Neuter-Return, a nationally recognized approach in which cats are humanely trapped, spayed or neutered, vaccinated and returned to the outdoor environments they know. Preventing reproduction not only reduces future litters but also improves the health of the cats while reducing behaviors such as fighting, spraying and roaming. For ECCP, the results have been tangible. “We have successfully completely managed two feral colonies, which is proof that TNR works,” Struck said. “By consistently trapping, spaying and neutering, vaccinating, and monitoring the cats, we were able to stop population growth within those colonies while significantly improving the health and welfare of the cats living there. Cats in our TNR program are healthier, and nuisance behaviors like fighting, spraying and roaming are greatly reduced.” Beyond helping the cats themselves, TNR also reduces the number of kittens entering shelters and allows rescue organizations to devote more resources to friendly cats and kittens that can
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ENFIELD — What started as a small grassroots effort to help a handful of cats has grown into a lifeline for hundreds of community cats across Enfield. Founded by Dawn Struck and a small group of dedicated volunteers, the Enfield Community Cat Project has spent nearly a decade working to humanely reduce the population of outdoor cats while improving their health and quality of life. “The Enfield Community Cat Project was founded by a small group of local volunteers who recognized a growing need to address the population of community cats in a humane and effective
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The August 2026 Senior Living TV program, which has won a national award, will feature The Enfield Community Chorus. Emily Clifford and Julieann Larocca will be interviewed and talk about the yearly activities of the Chorus and the sign-up procedure. Senior Living TV is a program of interest to older adults. The show is produced by the Enfield Commission on Aging with the help of Cox Public access TV Director Marc Warnock. To watch Senior Living go to PATV channel 15 on Cox and search under the program listing for Senior Living which airs on Thursdays at 6:30pm and Fridays at 9:30am. To watch over 60 previous Senior Living episodes on a computer or tablet go to northcentralcoxctv. com/watch now and type in Senior Living in the search bar.
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Although Smitty has since passed away, Struck says his story serves as a reminder that not every outdoor cat is feral, and that taking the time to help can save a life. Looking ahead, ECCP hopes to expand its TNR efforts, strengthen partnerships with veterinarians and continue educating the public about humane solutions to managing community cats. Volunteers, foster homes and donations remain essential to achieving those goals. Since founding the Enfield Community Cat Project in 2016, the organization has helped save more than 4,000 cats and kittens throughout Enfield and surrounding communities. Those num-
bers represent thousands of animals that have received a second chance through rescue, medical care, foster homes and adoption. ECCP’s work extends well beyond adoptions. The rescue accepts owner-surrendered cats and kittens, rescues friendly stray cats from the streets and remains deeply committed to Trap-Neuter-Return efforts for community cats. Among its signature initiatives is the Kitten Surrender Program, which offers free spay surgeries for mother cats when residents surrender litters of kittens to the organization. The program helps prevent future accidental litters while ensuring the kittens receive veterinary care, are spayed or neutered, and are ultimately
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SOMERS — The town of Somers will mark America’s 250th anniversary with a full day of patriotic celebration on Friday, Aug. 15, at Field Road Park, bringing together history, music, family activities and a drone-based laser light show to cap off the festivities. The celebration is the centerpiece of a year-long effort organized by the town’s Ad Hoc America 250 Planning Committee, which was formed last year following a statewide initiative encouraging municipalities to create local America 250 commissions. “Picking up on the promotions from the America 250 CT commission for towns to form
their own commissions, the town of Somers did so a year ago,” said David Pinney, chair of the Ad Hoc America 250 Planning Committee. “It is appropriate to engage with America’s history from the local community perspective.” Pinney noted that the Revolutionary movement grew from conversations in towns like Somers long before independence was declared. “Growing frustrations with Great Britain’s rule of the colonies was first publicly discussed at the community level, leading to the shared sentiment that breaking from Great Britain was necessary and culminating in the adoption of the Declaration of Independence,” he said. Somers also played a meaningful role in the nation’s found-
ing. According to Pinney, the town sent more than 50 militia members to Boston after news of the battles at Lexington and Concord and Somers soldiers fought at Bunker Hill. Throughout the Revolutionary War, the community supplied troops and provisions to the Continental Army. The Aug. 15 celebration will feature continuous entertainment on two stages, beginning with an opening ceremony at noon. Musical performances include the Connecticut Valley Field Music, Connecticut’s first Official State Troubadour Tom Callinan, Dave & AJ Acoustic of Shovelhead, Blood Brothers Band and The Savage Brothers Band. The evening will also include the Presentation of Colors by American Legion Buck-Dubiel Post 101, a public reading
of the Declaration of Independence and the National Anthem performed by Somers resident Theresa Kate before the drone show at 8:30 p.m. Families will find plenty to enjoy throughout the afternoon, with free activities from 1-3 p.m., including face painting, bubble wands, chalk paint, coloring pages, hula hoops, sack races, music and crafts. Bounce houses and a photo booth will be available throughout the afternoon, while children can also enjoy performances by Miss Renee of Harmonious Happenings and magician Stevie Kidding. Food trucks will be on site throughout the day. “The town’s planning committee is working with the school district, the public library, the historical society and
cultural commission, the beautification committee, the Buck/ Dubiel Post 101 of the American Legion and the town’s veterans’ affairs department to coordinate activities through the year and particularly for the main celebration on Aug. 15,” Pinney said. “Throughout all of this, we focus on coming together as a community to recognize and celebrate the beginnings of our country as a nation founded on and supported by a conviction that we all have both a right and a responsibility to create and maintain the government that best provides for our individual and collective welfare and happiness.” The free community celebration will conclude at 9 p.m. following the drone-based laser light show at dusk.
Eastwoods Auto Machine named Somers Featured Business for June SOMERS — Inside the Picker Building of the Historic Somersville Mill, where the machines have been humming for generations, the Eastwood family has quietly built something that’s getting harder to find: an old-fashioned auto machine shop that’s still going strong. Brothers Mark and Mike Eastwood run the shop their father helped build. Ollie Eastwood and his son Mark opened Eastwoods Auto Machine in 1988, and Mike joined them in 1995. Nearly four decades later, the shop has earned a global reputation well beyond Somers, rebuilding engines and
doing precision machine work for weekend hobbyists, professional repair shops, industrial companies and classic-car restorers who drive — or ship — their prized projects from far and wide. That kind of longevity is no small thing. Across the country, auto machine shops have been closing their doors. Yet demand for the Eastwoods’ specialized work keeps climbing, and the reason isn’t just skill. It’s trust built one customer at a time. For the Eastwoods, what matters most are the relationships — the regulars who’ve been coming for decades, and the newcomers
who become regulars, too. The next generation is already carrying the torch. After Ollie retired during the pandemic, Mark’s son Brandon and longtime team member Matt Rogers stepped up, adding welding and fabrication services and streamlining the shop’s offerings for a new era. It’s a fitting turn for a family with six generations of history in Somers. The Somers Economic Development Commission is proud to recognize Eastwoods Auto Machine as its Featured Business for June 2026 — a genuine hometown success story. Learn more at eastwoodsautomachine.com.
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Levine begins sales internship with Eastern States Exposition WEST SPRINGFIELD — Ashleigh Levine of Enfield has begun a part-time venture as Hooplandia and Sponsorship Intern at Eastern States Exposition. In this role, she will assist the sales department — namely the Hooplandia general manager and sponsorship sales manager — with administrative tasks, including compiling recap materials for valued partners, tournament participant outreach and more. “I cultivated a good relationship with the ESE team during Hooplandia,” said Levine, “and I am happy to be a part of the organization and to see what the Fair looks like behind the scenes.” Levine is entering her senior year at the University of Massachusetts Amherst where she studies business administration in marketing and sports management through the Isenberg School of Management. She is an adept learner and has maintained a position on the Dean’s List throughout her collegiate career thus far. She is Director of Philanthropy for the Pioneer Valley Tip-off Classic; involved in the McCormack Student Leaders, a sports
management club at UMass Amherst. She’s held multiple roles with the latter, including time as the Fundraising Chair and Sales Summit Director. She is also Vice President of Logistical Operations for the Women in Sport Management club. Hooplandia partners with the Mark H. McCormack Department of Sports Management Leaders Club and Professor Emily Must, club advisor and Director of Internships and Senior Lecturer, on a yearly assignment to develop a case study of the 3x3 basketball tournament and festival. The students’ objectives were to improve sponsorship relations and increase team registrations by developing marketing plans. “I met Drew Dawson, the Hooplandia General Manager, when my group presented case studies to him as part of the McCormack Student Leaders,” said Levine. “I was determined to secure an internship role for the summer, so I made sure to introduce myself and followed up offering assistance for the tournament.” Beyond the classroom, Levine
is a front office intern in the Isenberg Graduate Programs. She supports day-to-day office operations, including scheduling appointments, managing calendars and organizing sensitive files. She also assists the Oak View Group as Mullins Center event staff during major events, whether that be sports or concerts. Off campus, she serves as ambassador for the Connecticut Sun, assisting the communications director, ensuring efficiency for gameday operations, shadowing leadership, facilitating the 50/50 raffle and more. “I grew up watching the league, and I first became a fan at the age of 12,” explained Levine. “To see the league grow and be a part of that growth is full circle for me.” As a child, she attended many sporting events, especially with her father. She loved the energy of the events—the roar of the crowd, the squeaking of sneakers and the hollering of concessionaires. She was raised a University of Connecticut Huskies fan, and her love of the WNBA has only grown since those early days. She idolizes greats such as Napheesa
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Collier of the Minnesota Lynx and two-time champion and Hall of Famer Sylvia Fowles, who also played for the Lynx as well as the Chicago Sky. Levine brings her relevant education, creativity, organizational skills and open-minded approach
to the table as an intern. She enjoys contributing to Hooplandia, watching girls’ basketball thrive on the tourney’s courts. and maintaining relations with the partners that make the event possible. Eastern States Exposition is fortunate to have her aboard.
Young builders invited to imagine future at Lego competition ENFIELD — Enfield youth are invited to put their imagination to work at Social Services 2nd Annual Enfield Lego Competition on Saturday, Aug. 8, as part of Enfield’s America 250 Celebration. Open exclusively to Enfield residents entering grades 3-12, this year’s exciting theme asks participants to think big: “What will Enfield look like 250 years from now?” From futuristic neighbor-
hoods and flying transportation to innovative parks, schools, and community spaces, builders are encouraged to dream without limits and create their vision of Enfield’s future using Lego bricks. For only $10, each registered participant will receive a Lego Classic building set containing 484 bricks and pieces to use during the competition, and they’ll get to take the set home afterward to continue building
long after the event ends. Builders will showcase their creations for judging, with prizes awarded in three different categories, giving participants multiple opportunities to be recognized for their creativity, innovation and design. The fun doesn’t stop with building. Participants will enjoy lunch provided by Chick-fil-A, followed by a visit from an ice cream truck, making the day a memorable celebration of cre-
ativity, community and fun. The event is part of Enfield’s participation in the nationwide America 250 celebration, encouraging youth to reflect on the community’s history while imagining what the next 250 years could hold. Registration is now open, but space is limited. Because the competition is open only to Enfield residents in grades 3-12, families are encouraged to register early to reserve a spot.
Whether you’re a seasoned Lego enthusiast or simply love to build, this competition offers a unique opportunity to imagine the future, connect with fellow builders and celebrate the community you’ll help shape for generations to come. For registration information and event details, contact Enfield Social Services, visit enfield-ct. gov/1435/Social-Services or head to the town’s website and social media pages.
Playhouse opens registration for 2026-2027 youth theater season WEST HARTFORD — Playhouse Theatre Academy has announced that registration is now open for its 2026-2027 season of youth theater classes, offering a full year of imaginative, process-driven programming for young performers ages 3-13. Classes begin Sept. 29 and continue through May 2027, with fall, winter and spring sessions designed to help children build confidence, creativity, collaboration and a lifelong love of storytelling through theater. This year’s lineup introduces a collection of adventures for every age and stage. Youngest performers can set sail with pirates and mermaids, reimagine classic fairy tales and discover the courage to be themselves through Playhouse Theatre Academy’s signature Drama Sprouts and Little Thespians classes. Older students can sing, dance, and act in POP Stars, inspired by fan-favorite musicals like “Descendants”, “The Greatest Showman” and “Broadway
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crop quality; infrastructure damage; equipment losses; and increases in the cost of production. “Connecticut and the other New England states are built on small and midsized farms, and for years the traditional crop insurance programs simply haven’t fit the realities we face,” William Dellacamera, owner of Cecarelli’s Harrison Hill Farm, said. “As weather becomes more unpredictable, dependable support will be essential for every part of agriculture. While the process to obtain this assistance has been a long one, those who truly need it are grateful. We know how many people worked hard behind the scenes to make it happen and we appreciate every one of them. I, and many other impacted farmers, look forward to utilizing these funds to remain viable and keep feeding our communities.” Connecticut’s Congressional delegation worked together to secure targeted relief for Connecticut farmers in the disaster supplemental funding bill, which created the Farm Recovery and Support Block Grant to address gaps in crop insurance programs. “This $52.9 million in federal aid provides long overdue and much needed relief to the Connecticut farmers impacted by 2023 and 2024’s devastating storms,” state Sen. Richard Blumenthal said. “I saw firsthand the damage and distress these storms caused farmers — destroying their crops and property and threatening their livelihoods. I am proud to have fought to secure this relief and will keep fighting to support the small farms that are essential to Connecticut’s economy and culture.” “Connecticut’s small farmers have needed help for a long time,” U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy said. “Not only have they endured the fallout of natural disaster, Trump’s policies are pushing farmers into full-blown crisis. For more than a year and a half, our delegation has fought to get millions in approved funding out of D.C. and into Connecticut farmers’ pockets. I’m relieved the federal government is finally making good on its promise to help make our farmers whole.” “I am proud that nearly $53 million in federal funds are now one big step closer to putting money in the pockets of Connecticut farmers,” U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro said. “After severe hailstorms and floods devastated farms in Connecticut, I worked to create this historic block grant tailored to the needs of New En-
gland farmers. It is through the devoted advocacy of farmers like my constituent, Willie Dellacamera, my colleagues in the Connecticut Congressional delegation who helped write and pass this law, Connecticut Agriculture Commissioner Hurlburt’s work in finalizing a contract with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Governor Lamont’s leadership that this grant has moved forward, and Connecticut now has the power to deliver aid to our farmers that desperately need it.” “When our region’s small family farms were hit with severe flooding and frost — some of whom have worked the same soil for over 400 years—I was proud to help lead the charge with the federal delegation to secure relief funding through a package that directly accommodates the needs of Connecticut’s farmers,” U.S. Rep. John B. Larson said. “It’s an honor to join my colleagues, along with Governor Lamont and Commissioner Hurlburt, to announce an agreement that takes a consequential step closer to ensuring our state’s growers are made whole for the losses they incurred. The Farm Recovery and Support Block Grant is a first-ofits-kind program that delivers relief dollars to farmers while removing the federal barriers that have consistently prevented our small- and medium-sized farmers from receiving any disaster aid. I will continue to work with state leaders to ensure our farmers receive the financial relief they deserve as soon as possible.” “For years Connecticut farmers have absorbed devastating losses from extreme weather events, while traditional crop insurance programs have left them behind,” Congresswoman Jahana Hayes said. “This block grant will bring targeted relief to farmers to address these gaps. I am pleased to have worked with my colleagues in the Connecticut delegation to ensure farmers across our state get the assistance they need.” The Connecticut Department of Agriculture expects to open the application period in early fall, with payments beginning in late fall. Farmers who experienced losses are encouraged to start gathering documentation now and sign up for updates to stay informed when the application portal opens. Additional information, including FAQs, fact sheets, eligibility guidance and the signup form for updates, is available at portal.ct.gov/FRS.
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EASTHAMPTON — The loss of his son from a chronic illness inspired an Easthampton man to find the beauty in the pain and put it into writing. Easthampton resident Gary Nadeau wrote “I Love You Mostest” to highlight his son’s optimistic and mindful attitude, and hopefully give inspiration to others dealing with or grieving over similar experiences. The memoir explores the bond between Nadeau and his son Brad as they confronted the challenges of “chronic illness, shattered dreams and unimaginable loss,” according to the book’s synopsis. “My son went through a lot of health experiences, that’s what’s spelled out in the book, and as a young man at a very young age, he seemed to develop a really healthy sense of resilience and emotional intelligence,” said Nadeau. “Brad quite often would sit there and say, ‘you know what, I’m only here for a short time, so I’m making the best of it.’ He knew that he had a choice to make. He could be woe is me about it, or he could accept the way it is and that he’d live his life to the fullest every moment he could. And I believe because he chose that, that’s what gave him that charismatic personality that drew people in.” Brad died in 2022 from chronic atrial and intestinal dysrhythmia at 25 years old. From a young age, he dealt with health struggles, but Nadeau said he somehow stayed consistently optimistic through it all. This special trait in Brad needed to be shared with the world, Nadeau thought. “At the time, my son was somewhere around 20 years old, and I mentioned to him would you be willing to write a book together? He a lot of times would say, ‘We should do a podcast dad. A lot of people could learn from the things we discuss and how we talk about stuff.’ Because Brad and I would talk a lot about philosophical, deep things and why people do what they do and how people react to things the way they react to, even though I myself struggle with emotional intelligence sometimes and am very reactionary,” Nadeau said, “That’s kind of one of the paths in the book, I actually learned a lot from my son.” Aside from highlighting Brad’s resilience, Nadeau said that the book aims to be a guide for all who want to find light in the face of adversity. He said readers will discover valuable lessons about living in the present moment, embracing acceptance and stubbornly holding onto hope, even when darkness seems overwhelming. “This story may resonate strongly with families dealing with stress, caregiving, grief, and mental and emotional coping. I firmly believe this book will make a difference,” said Nadeau. “I promised him a legacy, and that’s when I really said I’m going to sit down and write a book about this.” Nadeau explained that at 5 years old, Brad suffered a stroke and eventually was in and out of the hospital as doctors tried to identify the cause at hand. Initially, doctors concluded that Brad was suffering from restrictive cardiomyopathy, and he was given a pacemaker because the illness causes stiffness to the heart. But years later, doctors ultimately found that Brad was suffering from a rare genetic disorder called chronic gastral and intestinal dysrhythmia. The disorder affects the heart and the digestive system and impairs the rhythmic muscle contractions that propel food through the intestines, causing a digestive condition called in-
testinal pseudo-obstruction. The heart and digestive issues develop at the same time, usually by age 20. Eventually, the illness spread to impact Brad’s lungs before his passing. “His stomach and intestine basically started to stiffen and stopped processing food and stopped working. So, he lost a lot of weight, ended up with constant chronic pain,” explained Nadeau. The illness meant Brad needed to use parenteral nutrition, a medical treatment that delivers liquid nutrients like carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals directly into the bloodstream through an IV. While he could technically still eat on occasion, the use of parenteral nutrition became the main source of daily nutrition for Brad. “Even though Brad had this situation where he’s told, ‘hey, you can’t eat for the rest of your life,’ he was still the type of person, if he came into a room with a group of people, you’d want to meet him because his personality was just so very strong, positive, upbeat,” said Nadeau. “He was a caring person. He wanted to help people. He wanted to care for people, and he just exuded that. People just got to know him. He was just a really charismatic young man, and even though he suffered more in his short life than most people I’ve ever known, he was still the happiest, most positive, upbeat guy you could ever meet.” That sentiment on Brad’s life and experience is what eventually inspired Nadeau to write a book about his and his son’s experience living with the illness. After Nadeau shared stories with family, friends and community members in passing, many came to the same conclusion: he needed to share this story of resilience with the world. Nadeau said he was amazed at
his son’s resilience and ability to stay positive through episodes. After one episode mentioned in the book, Brad told his father how he was able to stay grounded through it all and still have a positive outlook on life. “He said, ‘Actually, you taught me that dad. One of those times we were talking about stuff and you talked to me about learning about impermanence and what it’s about, and that one of the reasons that people suffer is because we don’t realize things are impermanent and we hang on to things that we want to keep which keeps us tight and we’re greedy we want to hold onto these things, so if we lose them then we suffer,’” Nadeau said. Nadeau said Brad’s maturity and mindfulness throughout his struggles were always inspiring. Through philosophical discussions with his son, Nadeau began learning more about himself as a father, an experience the book also addresses. “I was still doing what I needed to do, but internally burying the anger that I had over the hand that life dealt my family, and in the second half of the book, I talk about how I developed a mindfulness practice and how that mindfulness practice helped me to deal with things better, the discussions that I would have with Bradley,” said Nadeau. “I’m still to this day trying to work that mindset into my life to be able to use it on a regular basis. Because we talked about this stuff and he actually modeled it and showed it right in front of me, he kept it present for me. He made it easier for me to stay present and be more mindful.” As of press time, the book has over 50 five-star reviews on Amazon since it was published in April, indicating to Nadeau that people are resonating with the memoir. Nadeau said that the positive response confirms that
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writing this book was a worthwhile endeavor. “My son, in the last few years of his life, all he ever wanted to do [was] help people. He went to Framingham State University because he wanted to become a dietitian, and his goal was to work at Boston Children’s Hospital to help individuals that were on PN [parental nutrition] like
him, and because he understood that experience and thought he’d be a great asset to that kind of thing,” said Nadeau. “His story and the life that he lived was just monumental. It’s so special that people need to know about it because it will help them deal with a variety of things.” “I Love You Mostest” by Gary Nadeau is available on Amazon.
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