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elcome to the Rolls Royce of Community Good News! How about a golfer, Matt Trumbley, winning the $10,000 Hole-in-One contest sponsored by the Valenti Family of Dealerships at the Connecticut State Police Emerald Society Golf Classic? Check presentation on page 15.

Let’s give a big welcome on page 8 to J. Mark Rooney, newly appointed Westerly Town Manager who’s making Westerly’s beautification projects top-priority! “Building a better tomorrow today” is the mid-western slogan which At the VJ Day presentation, Mystic Fire Manager Rooney plans to implement.

Chief Fritz Hilbert shares a special Our friends at Work Vessels For Vets (WVFV) are celmemory with Alexis Ann, editor & ebrating 10 years in a GRAND way just ask Chuck Bowe, publisher, the Resident, of his dad who owner of Grand Spirits Liquor Stores. Chuck presented a joined the Navy on his 17th birthday check to WVFV Chairman John Niekrash on page 10. And, and eight months later he deployed on a on 10, thanks to Meet the Need Ministries, a new volunteer Destroyer Escort in the South Pacific. group started up by some good-hearted folks at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Groton, a local veteran with disabilities will be moving into a renovated home after leaving a rehab facility.

More help for veterans arised when Mohegan Chairman Kevin “Red Eagle” Brown (Col ret.) and Chris Proctor, CT Parachuters Tandem Master, left terra-firma and took to the sky for the annual Freedom Jump Fundraiser to benefit veterans on page 7.

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Dear Editor Dear Editor,

Not only did you host an eventful day for the Veterans but you provided a “most memorable day” for John Stellitano. The presentation to me from Mr. Simmons humbled this Veteran and it has taken me a few days to express the gratitude I feel for the kindness shown to me by the VFW Post 3263 and you.

My family, friends and I enjoyed the entire ceremony and returned to Westerly grateful for having the opportunity to meet many of the fine Veterans and especially you.

On behalf of my family, our Veterans and our country, I thank you most sincerely.

Dr. John Stellitano, WWII Bomber Pilot

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In Memory of Josiah Ferguson Broadfoot www.abmc.gov/cemeteries-memorials

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n September 27 at 1:30 pm., Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter #6, Westerly, RI, will hold a military ceremony to honor the 100th anniversary of Josiah Ferguson Broadfoot’s death next to the WWI Memorial in Wilcox Park.

Josiah Ferguson Broadfoot was bor n Febuary 13, 1889 in Westerly, RI. His parents, Thomas A. Broadfoot (18621911) a stone cutter, and Annie T. H. Ferguson (1859-1945) were naturalized citizens, having come from Scotland, where they were married on 17 February, 1887 in Dalbeattie, Kircudbrightshire, Scotland. As a stone cutter,

Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery, France, Josiah F. Broadfoot/Corpl. 326 Batt’n Tank Corps/Rhode Island/Sept. 28, 1918.

Thomas worked for the Westerly & Niantic Monumental Works ( Faver io & Broad foot) i n

Westerly.

Josiah was the second son of seven children born to Thomas

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and Annie. He was named for his maternal grandfather, Josiah Ferguson. The 1900 census lists him, as a eleven year old student, the oldest child in his family, because older brother Hugh, died as an infant in 1888. The Rhode Island City Directories list him as a clerk at the age of 18 and as a salesman in a bakery at the age of 26. Josiah was single when he entered the service. In 1915 he was living at 27 West St. in Westerly, RI, with his mother.

Josiah served as a Corporal in Company B, 326th Tank Bat t al ion, Tank Cor ps i n World War 1 (ASN 9260). His service record states he was an “extraordinary” hero killed in

action and gives the following information: Corporal Josiah F. Broadfoot, volunteered to drive a tank to attack enemy machine gun nests. His volunteer service being accepted, he attacked enemy machine gun nests until his tank was put out of action. He, then, advanced on foot until he was fatally wounded.

Erected in his memory is a large blue-white granite cross, in the family plot (section 9) in River Bend Cemetery, stating he was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (D.S.C.) He is buried in the Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery in Romagne, France in Plot H, Row 1, Grave 18.

CT Chapter of Honor and Remember Pays Homage to PFC Claudie Fowler

by Roberta Vincent n Saturday August 25, New London Mayor Michael Passero designated this day as Pfc Claudie Fowler Day in the City of New London. PFC Claudie Fowler was Killed In Action in Vietnam on 11 July 1969 at Hill 996 in the A Shau Valley, Thua Thien Province, I Corps area, Republic of Vietnam. Pfc Fowler left to cherish his memory, wife Josephine (Gomez) and children Lawanna, Leon, Dion and Racquel. He is also survived by two brothers Joseph and Leonard.

Roberta J. Vincent planned the Memorable Ceremony which was hosted by the VFW Post 6573 in Waterford; Robert L. Howard II was the Master of Ceremonies and Chaplain Kevin Gross presented the Flag on behalf of the CT Chapter of Honor and Remember; with Treasurer Barbara Michalek and Secretary Rosemary Hecker.

The Patriot Guard Riders posted the colors and the Flag was being presented to Fowler’s son Dion; along with their signature pin. Chaplain Kevin Gross read excerpts, from messages, which were left on the Virtual Wall by fellow Comrade-in-Arms (www.virtualwall.org/df/FowlerCx01a.html).

One included: “I’m proud to call Claudie my friend. He died while performing one of the most heroic acts I ever saw. After helping “Doc” Daniels move a badly wounded man to cover, he tried to reach another man who was wounded and stranded alone and get him to cover also. His country (l-r) Leonard Fowler, Claudie’s brother, Barbara Michalek, Treasurer, Honor should honor him, not just because of his actions on July 11th 1969, for he was one of the finest men & Remember, Dion V. Fowler, Claudie’s son, Joseph Fowler, Claudie’s I ever met.” A fellow member of Delta Company, Bill “Frisbee” Farnie posits. brother, Lawanna Fowler, Claudie’s daughter, Rosemary Hecker, Secretary, Other Presentations included a “Eternal Patrol Certificate” by Veterans Affairs Advisory Rep. Honor & Remember.

Alvin Kinsall; a Citation presented by USN Retired Veteran Manuel Meneses for the Second Congressional District, Congressman Courtney’s Office; Senator Cathy Osten presented a Citation in memoriam for the family honoring his life and a Vietnam War Service pin; New London High School Principal William Tommy Thompson III read a card penned by Maureen Thompson, New London High School Alumni President and also spoke about the Whaler Pride.

Claudie would have graduated in the Class of 1964.

Robert L. Howard II, whose Dad was KIA in Vietnam on 10 June 1969, a month before PFC Fowler, presented Dion with a pin “In Memory of our Fallen Heroes”. The five-pointed gold star has long been the symbol of a serviceman or servicewoman who gave their life in defense of their country. It is often worn or displayed by a family member of the fallen soldier as a sign of honor, respect and sacrifice. Robert also autographed a copy of the true story “The Price They Paid – Enduring Wounds of War by Michael Putzel”; which features a chapter about Robert L. Howard’s death and a chapter called the Next Generation; about the struggles Robert II faced trying to come to terms with his Father’s death.

Kathleen Morris Doyle, along with others of the Class of 64’ penned beautiful comments.

Kathleen presented a framed photograph, which included Claudie, to his son Dion. Ann Miller, Secretary of the New London High School Alumni Association, presented Dion and his sister Lawanna with t-shirts with the New London Alumni logo.

Ann Miller, (r) Secretary of the New London High School Alumni Association, We are thankful to the following Businesses who provided donations; to ensure this was a mempresented Dion Fowler and his sister Lawanna with t-shirts with the New orable Event: VFW Post 6573; Hot Rod Café; Tony D’s Restaurant; Stop & Shop Waterford London Alumni logo. and BJ’s Wholesale.

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KID GIVES KID KAPLAN SEV ER E BEAT I NG I N NEW HAVEN AR ENA.” That victory was Cocoa Kid’s breakthrough!

Though he was most often known as Cocoa Kid, he was

also referred to as Kid Cocoa, Louis “K id” Cocoa, Louis Hardwick, Luis Hardwick, and Luis Aroya. Writes Springs: “Cocoa Kid himself was behind these variations, prompting some boxing historians to theorize he

was purposefully trying to conceal his identity.”

For more information about purchasing tickets for the ceremony, call Ann Murphy at 1.860.862.8846 or Sherman Cain at 1.800.237.3606 x 321.

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Don Trella, boxing judge for twenty-one-years, is one of the 2018 CT Boxing Hall of Fame inductees. Among the best-known fights he has judged were Gennady Golovkin vs. Danny Jacobs, Vladimir Klitschko vs. Anthony Joshua, and Canelo Alvarez vs. Golovkin.

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aturday evening, October 13, 2018 is a date to remember. That’s when the 14th annual Connecticut Boxing Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place at the Mohegan Sun Casino.

Angel Vasquez and Cocoa Kid, trainers John Harris, Bill Gore, and Brian Clark, and judge Don Trella are the inductees.

CBHOF president John Laudati praised the group as “a fantastic class,” adding, “We are excited about the historical significance of introducing Cocoa Kid….Our other inductees come from across the state.”

A featherweight from Hartford, Angel Vasquez began his professional boxing career in 1994 and retired in 2003 with an impressive 22-2 (16Kos) record; Bill Gore was world featherweight champion Willie Pep’s trainer; John Harris trained many fighters, including 2012 CBHOF inductee Travis Simms; Brian Clark’s New Haven gym, Ring One, produced former world light-heavyweight champion Chad Dawson of New Haven; and Don Trella has been a boxing judge for twenty-one-years, and among the best-known fights he has judged were Gennady Golovkin vs. Danny Jacobs, Vladimir Klitschko vs.

Anthony Joshua, and Canelo Alvarez vs. Golovkin.

Boxing is more debatable than most sports because its judges witness the same fight but often see it differently—which is what happened in the 2017 Gennady Golovkin vs. Canelo Chavez. At the end of six rounds Harold Liberman’s unofficial scoring favored Gennady, 4 rounds to 2, while HBO commentator Max Kellerman said, “I could see it 3-3 and I could see the judges having it 4-2 the other way.”

After half the bout was over, their varied scoring was a preview of what was to come, for at the end of twelve rounds the three ringside judges couldn’t agree on a winner. One judge had it 115-113, Gennady; another judge tallied it 118-110, Canelo. The third judge, Don Trella, rightly scored it a draw, 114-114. Official decision: A split draw. Naturally, controversy ensued!

In his book Murderers’ Row, boxing scholar/historian Springs Toledo devotes a chapter to Cocoa Kid, who lived in New Haven and fought from 1929 to 1948, compiling a record of 178-58-11 (48 KOs), according to Boxrec.com.

In 1933, at age eighteen, he fought former featherweight champion Louis “Kid” Kaplan. Boxing’s so-called experts believed that, Springs writes, “Kaplan had too much for this ‘gangly’ newcomer.” Wrong!

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Class at Stonington High School Brings Local History to Life

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special class all about the history of Stonington, taught by social studies teacher Ann-Marie Houle, gives students in their sophomore, junior, and senior years a golden opportunity to learn about the history of the area in which they live. Stonington is special to Ann-Marie, as she grew up there and attended Stonington High School herself.

T he St on i ng t on H ist or y class was started by principal Dr. Stephen Murphy after he was approached by local historian Meredith Brown of the Stonington Historical Society.

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A group of Stonington High School students enjoy a field trip to Venture Rock on Barn Island. of local history,” Ann-Marie explained. “We work in conjunction with the Stonington Historical Society. We’re lucky

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to have more than a dozen guest speakers come in from the town each semester to speak on their area of expertise. Dave Erskine,

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the retired Stonington Chief of Police, comes in four times per year.

“It’s a beautiful partnership,” Ann-Marie continued. “The kids really appreciate how fortunate they are to have these people come in. Hearing their stories gives our students a different perspective on the topics because these people are experts in their fields and many have lived the history firsthand.”

The class begins with a discussion of the founding fathers of Stonington. “We also cover such topics as the Pequot War, Nathaniel Palmer, the Battle of Stonington in 1814, immigration, the mills in Pawcatuck, Portuguese settlers and the fishing industry, local war heroes, the

Hurricane of 1938, and the history of the police department and important cases in town,” AnnMarie explained.

The curriculum includes four field trips to such places as Barn Island, where students hike to Venture Rock, named after a slave who bought his freedom; the Stonington Historical Society, the Palmer Mansion, and the Woolworth Library next door.

“To have people give our students first-hand knowledge makes learning history special. It is fun for them to drive down a street and suddenly know why the street has a certain name. It is inspiring to live in a town where people believe in our kids’ future!”

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Freedom Jump Fundraiser Benefits Veterans

Concerts in the Park 2018

Thanks for joining us for the Concerts in the Park 2018 season.

We hope you enjoyed yourselves as much as we enjoyed having you as our guests. We appreciate your support. These concerts are our way of giving back to our community.

Mohegan Tribal Nation Chairman Kevin Brown (r) jumps out of perfectly good airplane with CT Parachuters Tandem Master Chris Proctor to raise money for WVFV at Skydive for Vets! ”I can’t stop smiling,” grinned Kevin Brown when he came back to earth after Skydiving for Vets annual fundraiser in Connecticut. Thousands of dollars were raised to support Work Vessels for Vets and Home for the Heroes charities. HooRah! story & photo

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Frank Winkler and Mary Hill Co-Chairs, Concerts in the Park 2018

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kyDive for Veterans, a Branford based nonprofit held the 3rd Annual Freedom Jump event Saturday September 8 at Ellington Airport. Proceeds from the funds raised by skydivers will be donated to Work Vessels for Vets and House of Heroes CT. Leading the way this year, and jumping out of a perfectly good airplane, was former Army Jumpmaster, Mohegan Tribal Nation Chairman Kevin “Red Eagle” Brown (Col. ret). “I can’t stop smiling! It was great…I think we reached about 130mph for about 30 seconds!” Over 35 skydivers participated, raising thousands for the charities. For more information contact Ron Wickham at: contact@skydiveforveterans.org.

10 t h A n nua l “ H a nd s Up for Veterans” Part y is coming up on Sat urday September 22nd at the

Community Center in Groton Long Point. It all started as a birthday party for over 200 of Rick Crolius’ friends but grew and grew to raise over $50,000.00.

There will be dancing to the oldies with The Paul Lussier Band which includes the first selectman of East Lyme, Mark Nickerson as drummer. The event opens at 7 pm with the Presentation of Colors

by The Silver Dolphins, from the U.S. Navy Sub Base New London followed by heavy Hors D’oeuvres, a fabulous Raw Bar, a Silent Auction with unique items, many made by highly skilled local veterans, items you will not see elsewhere. Doors open at 6:30 pm at the Community Center at Groton Long Point known as “The Casino” 46 Beach Road, Groton. Tax deductible donations to Work Vessels for Vets, Inc. are $60 per person and can be made at the door or by calling 860.608.7005. For more information contact RCrolius@bulkconnections.com.

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o many veterans feel confused about benefits and services they’ve earned.

There’s so much to know...and so many changes from one year to the next.

That’s why the non-profit Disabled American Veterans (DAV) offers help.

The DAV Mobile Service Office will be at the following locations to personally provide the best counseling and claim filing assistance available. Like all DAV services, help from the Mobile Service Office is free to all veterans and members of their families.

• Tuesday, September 25; 9 am to 3 pm; VFW, 113 Beach St., Westerly, RI • Thursday, September 27; 9 am to 3 pm; Knights of Columbus, 1675 Douglas Avenue, North Providence, RI For further information regarding these events, please feel free to contact NSO Michael Zibridia at 401.223.3695

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J. Mark Rooney – Newly Appointed Westerly Town Manager, Beautification Project Set to Begin

by Donna Maxwell ailing all the way from Chicago, J. Mark Rooney was recently appointed the Town Manager of Westerly. The Town Manager will hit the ground running with a Beautification Project beginning September 10th. “Building A Better Tomorrow Today,” is a Midwest slogan that Mark Rooney plans on implementing in downtown Westerly.

The Beautification Project roadwork project will include “fresh black tar pavement, and crosswalk striping from Broad Street, Canal Street, Railway Avenue and the U.S. Post Office parking lot with marked loading zones,” said Mark. Roadwork will continue along past the YMCA on High Street.

“The downtown area needs to

be more conducive to pedestrian foot traffic as well as more aesthetically pleasing,” said the Town Manager. In addition, “trees, wide-open sidewalks, flower pots, as well as baskets with seasonal plants and flowers hanging from the black poles in downtown will spruce things up. When completed, it will be a quintessential New England town,” said Mark. The bulk of this work will be done through the 23rd of September,” said the Town Manager.

Next on the Town Manager’s list is beautification of the Bay Street area. It has been a longtime in the planning, again, sidewalks need fixing, Bay Street will be “pothole free” said Mark.

“The infrastructure needs to be hazard free. Sidewalks from Ocean House to Taylor Swift’s house are in the making,” said

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Tall Ship Oliver Hazard Perry Pausing for a Reset

UConn 2018 Master Composter Program photo by Ted Neighbors

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hode Island’s Official Tall Ship SSV Oliver Hazard Perry is taking a pause while the non-profit organization Oliver Hazard Perry Rhode Island (OHPRI) rethinks its strategy for the ship’s financial sustainability. The 200 foot three-masted sailing school vessel, which was seven years and $12 million in the making when she embarked on her maiden sail in 2015, will not journey south next Spring as it has done the past two years but instead remain in Rhode Island at a soon-to-be-announced location.

“We were not able to sell enough programs to make traveling south a financial reality this year,” said Avery “Whip” Seaman, OHPR I Executive Committee Member. “We felt it was prudent to take some time operationally and organizationally to decide what the best use of the ship is moving forward. This may involve entering into different types of partnerships or programs than we’ve run in the past or even selling the ship to a corporation or an educational institution. OHPRI is still committed to

the Town Manager. “Pedestrians need a right-of-way to the beach with access to the Ocean. Parking is an issue. Foot traffic from Watch Hill down to the shore will be addressed,” said the Town Manager.

The Tow n Manager continued, “future projects on the agenda also include the Harbor Management’s efforts with plans to provide public access from land to water. It has been 14 years in the making and at upcoming meetings’ discussions will include ordinances--regarding moorings, etc. and accessibility from Shelter Harbor and into the downtown area.”

The new Town Manager is a visible presence and resides in downtown Westerly on Canal Street — a man of great vision for the Westerly Community!

UConn 2018 Master Composter Program is to educate and train residents about the basics of small scale composting. lmost 25% of household waste can be recycled through composting. The purpose of the UConn Master Composter program is to educate and train residents about the basics of small scale composting and in exchange for the training, volunteers will pass on their knowledge to others through outreach activities such as talks, demonstrations, tabling at events, providing promotional activities, working with schools or community gardens etc. Master Composter classes will be held at the Tolland Agricultural Center in Vernon.

There will be four week night lectures (October 16, 18, 23 & 25), Worm Day (Oct 20) and two Saturday field trips with only one being mandatory. The cost of the program is $100.

Worm Day Want to learn more about invasive earthworms in Connecticut? Ever thought about making a worm bin to recycle kitchen scraps into rich vermicompost? Join us for Worm Day on Saturday, October 20, at the Tolland County Agricultural Center from 10 am to 2 pm. It is free and open to the public. Following presentations on beneficial and invasive earthworms, and how to make and care for a worm bin, folks are invited to make their own worm bins. Attendees supply the materials and we will supply the worms. A $5 donation is suggested to cover the cost of the worms. More information is available at www.ladybug.uconn. edu or www.soiltest.uconn.edu or call 860.486.4274.

A SSV Oliver Hazard Perry under sail in 2018. marine stewardship and sail training, but we are deciding the best way to deliver those programs to the most people.”

To close the season, OHPRI will proceed with hosting the Island Mov ing Company’s

September onboard performance of Second Star to the Right: A Tale of Hook & Pan. September’s scheduled trip to Boston and day sails during the Newport International Boat Show have both been canceled.

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Phil Mason Phil Mason and son Ryan Mason Owner, operate the family-owned business, ServiceMaster By Mason ServiceMaster By Mason. They have provided disaster restoration services from water, fire, smoke, mold, trauma and biohazard issues, and specialty cleaning services such as hoarder & estate cleanup, post-construction & HVAC cleaning, and carpet & floorcare services to homes and businesses in Central & Eastern Connecticut and Central & Southern Rhode Island, for 28 years.

“We know how challenging and stressful disasters from water, fire, mold and biohazard spills can be, which is why we’re available 24/7 and respond quickly to not only restore home and business owners properties, but also their peace of mind,” Phil explains. “We have large loss capabilities and can mobilize resources quickly here in Connecticut, Rhode Island and beyond.” ServiceMaster By Mason provided restoration services to properties affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Irene in Texas and Florida, assisted with restoration and cleanup efforts at the Pentagon after the 9/11 attacks, and water mitigation to homes flooded in Mississippi and other areas.

Besides offering restoration services, ServiceMaster By Mason are also experts in odor control and removal, vandalism & graffiti cleanup, specialty cleaning for manufacturing facilities and schools, and even offer daily equipment rentals. Visit them at www.servicemasterbymason.com or call 800.934.5869.

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A host of dignitaries hoist the first shovel during the Pfizer groundbreaking ceremonies September 2, 1998. (left) Congressman Sam Gejdenson’s shovel hurls dirt, obscuring the face of Pfizer Central Research President George Milne, second from left, as (l-r) Gov. John Rowland, CT College President Claire Gaudiani, State Attorney General Richard Blumenthal join the festivities.

Volunteers from Meet the Need Ministries team up to rebuild the home of a veteran in need. Holding sign: Tyler Zitzkat. (l-r) Seth Rockwell, Andy Rockwell, Tom Howard, Ray Parker, Mike Kerst, Dale Green & Heather Laidlaw.

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hanks to Meet the Need Ministries, a new volunteer group started up by some good-hearted folks at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Groton, a local veteran with disabilities will be moving into a renovated home when he gets out of a physical rehabilitation facility. Meet the Need’s goal is to serve people in need in our local community by assisting with home repairs, yard work, and other tasks they can’t afford or do on their own.

“Our current project involves gutting and rebuilding the inside of a trailer home. We’ve laid the subfloor and done the framing.

We expect the project to continue for a couple of months,” explained Dale Green, a volunteer from St. Andrew. Most of the projects are on a much smaller scale, he added.

The group grew out of the mission trips St. Andrew does with teenagers every year, taking them to communities in need within an eight hours’ drive of Southeastern Connect icut.

“We’ve been doing mission trips for 18 years and I’ve been involved for the last 10 years,” Dale pointed out. “It is a very powerful faith-based experience for kids and adults alike.

Last summer my brother-inlaw came with me and when we came back, we talked about doing this at home. Our volunteers do painting, weatherizing, installing wheelchair ramps, and other small home repairs for free for the elderly, handicapped, veterans, and others on fixed incomes.”

Volunteers from several other area churches are involved with Meet the Need, including St. Luke Lutheran and St.

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David Episcopal in Gales Ferry, Groton Bible Chapel, and St. Mary Roman Catholic Church in Groton. The group’s goal is to become a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization.

“We’re preparing the paperwork for that now,” said Terry O’Hanlon, a member of St. Andrew who has been instrumental in starting up the group.

“We hope to get many local youth involved in volunteering. Through doing this work, kids build amazing relationships with one another and with the residents they help.

We are also looking for adult volunteers as well as local business sponsors.”

For more information, visit the Meet the Need Ministries Facebook page, contact Terry O’Hanlon at Terry1oh@comcast. net or 860.235.4897, or call St. Andrew at 860.445.8348.

Grand Spirits For Work Vessels For Vets (l-r) Chuck Bowe presenting Work Vessels For Vets Chairman John Niekrash, with a donation raised by Grand Spirits in conjunction with Brescome Barton Distributing, Salute American Vodka and Budweiser Beer/ Levine Distributing. The awardwinning Work Vessels For Vets in its ten years has assisted over 1800 Veterans nationwide to start their own businesses with close to 3 million dollars in equipment.

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(l-r) Justin Davis, Reverend McClure’s grandson, Susan Sedensky, Executive Director, Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center, Key Note Speaker Rev. Dr. Clayton (Cal) Lord, Jr., are proud to honor supporters of PNC.

(l-r) Blue Monday Concerts Committee members Peter Moore, Melissa Lestinky and Blunt White are happy to join in the community spirit.

Monday Concert Series at Mystic River Park, a 501(c)(3) organization, hosts free concerts each Monday in July. Patron donations support the PNC and Music Programs in Stonington Public Schools in partnership with the Stonington Education Fund. This year marked 15 years of Blue Monday Concerts! The concerts raised nearly $40,000 for the Neighborhood Center through intermission talks and food drives.

(l-r) Mark Pallin, Project Manager II, Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Glenda Miner, Administrative Associate II, Zachry Nuclear Engineering, and Don Wiwczar, Quality Programs Director, Zachry Nuclear Engineering, provided a truck load of backpacks, filled with school supplies, which were donated to children residing in Stonington, Mystic, North Stonington and Westerly.

Ray Uzanas, photographer, presented an artist’s rendering of Reverend McClure from a photo he took.

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Flag Retirement Ceremony photo by Seth Bendfeldt

usan Sedensky, Executive Director, Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center, presented Good Neighbor Awards to Zachry Corporation, Blue Monday Concerts Committee and Reverend Joshua McClure on Good Neighbor Gala, September 7 at Mystic Marriott.

Reverend Joshua McClure served as Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center Board member/President for 15 years. His organizational skills were instrumental in helping the Neighborhood Center to obtain a walk-in freezer and refrigerator, as well as a generator to prevent food from spoiling during power outages.

Reverend McClure served for over three decades as the senior pastor of The Pleasant Street Baptist Church Westerly, RI. He is the award-winning author of several books and was awarded Doctor of Theology and Doctor of Christian Education degrees from Evangelical Theological College.

Another honoree is The Zachry Corporation, who significantly supported the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center in 2017. It provided a truck load of backpacks, filled with school supplies, which were donated to children residing in Stonington, Mystic, North Stonington and Westerly. The company donated Christmas gifts to local children, as part of the PNC Donor Angel Program, donated 50 turkey meals and 100 pies to be distributed through the PNC Holiday Food Program. Employees held a company drive of personal hygiene and cleaning products, which were donated to the PNC Daily Living Program.

Zachry employees also re-planted the PNC’s memorial garden, planted in memory of Stonington resident, Josh Piver, who died in 9/11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center.

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The Southeastern Connecticut Navy community commemorated the anniversary of the events of September 11, 2001, and conducted a Flag Retirement Ceremony at the Historic Ship Nautilus & Submarine Force Museum at 8:30 am, Tuesday, September 11.

The ceremony was led by the prospective Chief Petty Officers of the Groton Area Chief Petty Officers Association.

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Then pop into a branch that’s convenient for you to sign the agreement, and you’ll be on your way to a better banking experience. It’s easy to feel good about your bank.

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by Marji Butler amma Mia, the first movie in 2008, inspired Kathy Lanouette of Deep River to form a group of women and one man to make people happy. It was just that simple. Better known as the village hairdresser, Kathy had a lot of clients to pull from to create the group of entertainers.

It started small. They began by forming a routine of easy senior dancing while lip-syncing to lively music. (l-r) Pat Fleming and Anne Fleming of Dixie New moves were added and Kathy Chicks and a Rooster, have performed at decided each segment needed their own many local nursing homes. theme for the productions. She makes all the costumes, gets the music and choreographs the action. The performances used to be twice a year, Christmas and a patriotic routine in the spring, but now include Halloween. They have performed at local nursing homes as Gladeview, Chesthelm, Apple Rehab, Chesterfields and Aaron Manor.

Each performance is 45 minutes long and includes 11 songs. They were preparing for the fall show and let this reporter sit off to the side and watch as Kathy counted down to begin. The song “Monster Mash” blasted throughout the tiny room and the performers began to move. Anne Fleming of Deep River will be Patsy Cline; her husband Pat Fleming is playing Elvis as the music turns to Jail House Rock. Kathy plays Marilyn Monroe and Louise VanHaverbeke is Carol Channing, step dancing to the beat of “Hello Dolly.” They follow Kathy’s lead and continue dancing to the Witch Doctor and Purple People Eater.” In the last two dances they used robotic-style movements to stumble across the room.

They incorporate facial expressions of the haunting sound of an owl and walk in step alternating leg lifting, turning and tapping their feet as Kathy continues to lead the way.

Mistakes are made, but seem to amuse them. They are making fun for others and having fun themselves. Props are quickly changed, wigs, boas, guitar sunglasses and a glittering microphone. All the practicing is done once or twice a week in the hairdressing area.

They have been spied at the local police station and other retail outlets, and once showed up at a daycare dressed as the girls in Frozen. The performances are free. Their objective is to make people happy. They are always on the lookout for new members.

For more information please contact Marji Butler at marjibutler11@gmail.com.

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mateur radio operators from Eastern Connecticut and those visiting here have a new way to socialize and catch up on news relating to their hobby. The Eastern CT Amateur Radio Breakfast will take place weekly, starting September 8, at the Uncasville Diner, 884 Norwich New London Turnpike, Uncasville, from 9 to 11 am every Saturday.

“There are many facets to ham radio these days and social get-togethers truly enhance our ability to enjoy the “hobby-service””, said Kevin Harkins— (KA6PDG), a member of the committee that’s coordinating the event. “There are about twelve hundred licensed radio amateurs in New London and Windham counties. Getting to know each other

better face-to-face strengthens our ability to provide public service communications to our communities and advance the radio art”, Kevin said.

Nationwide there are about six hundred thousand hams licensed by t h e Fe de r a l Communications Com m i s s ion. T h i s trained core of radio operators are tasked in part with promoting international good will and providing a communications resource for local, state and federal agencies in time of need.

Amateur radio operators are prohibited from accepting monetary remuneration for their services.

To learn more about the amateur radio service and how to become licensed visit the American Radio Relay League online at ARRL.ORG

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ZUCCHINI HALVES WITH SHRIMP INGREDIENTS • 3 large zucchini • 1 tbsp garlic herb seasoning • 1 tsp olive oil • 4 tbsp butter • 1 lb. shell and tail removed deveined raw shrimp • 1 tsp lemon juice • ¼ cup marinated chopped artichoke hearts • 3 cloves, minced garlic • ½ cup Parmesan cheese

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• Make a well in the center of each zucchini half scooping out the flesh. Chops the flesh and save it to use later.

• Brush zucchini halves with the oil and sprinkle with ½ tsp.

• Preheat the oven to 450° F and cook zucchini for 5 to 10 minutes in it. Set aside.

• Add 2 tbsp. butter to a large skillet and melt it over a medium-high heat.

• Add shrimp, the rest of the garlic herb seasoning, and 1 tbsp. lemon juice to butter. Cook for 5 minutes or until the bottom side turns golden brown; then turn over and cook for one more minute.

Remove the mixture to a bowl.

• Melt the rest of the butter in the same skillet, add the rest of zucchini and artichoke hearts and cook for about 5 minutes or until soft. Add garlic to the mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes more.

• Put the ready zucchini halves on a baking dish and fill them with the cooked filling. Tear every shrimp into pieces and put the pieces on the top of the filling.

• Top with cheese and heat under broiler for about 3 minutes.

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Frank’s Gourmet Grille Serves Up Excellence with Every Bite Frank’s Gourmet Grille had a great run in Flanders Four Corners before moving to its Whitehall Avenue spot in 2012. “The Old Mystic location is perfect. It’s easy to get to and we have our own parking lot,” he said. “We still have many loyal customers from Niantic, East Lyme, and Old Saybrook!”

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Frank’s Gourmet Grille serves widely diverse fare. Although diners can select a juicy burger, wrap, or salad, the emphasis is on such gourmet entrees as Coquilles St. Jacques, Osso Bucco, and Filet Mignon, with unique preparations based on Frank’s recipes. He plans to make some minor changes to the menu as well as revamp the wine and beer selections.

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“We want our guests to feel like we’re inviting them into our home,” he said. He expressed frustration that recent health issues have kept him from engaging with clientele as much as he’d like and said he’ll be back to normal soon.

Frank is grateful to his fantastic team” and is proud that many of his people have been with him more than 10 years. While he’s working on a plan to expand his restaurant, “My patrons never have to worry about me getting too big or compromising quality,” he stressed.

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his is not a bird feeder. It stands outside at the Estuary Council of Seniors and is filled with free books.

These little free libraries are popping up all over. No need for a librarian. Instructions are right on the side of the box. And, it’s not locked. Rule number one: Take a book, return a book, or donate a book if the box is not filled. There is a guest book inside the box to record your name and number for monitoring the usage.

This box is in partnership with the Acton Library in Old Saybrook. Many more titles may be found inside the foyer on the main floor. For the carpenters out there the kits to build the box can be sent to you. You may also purchase the box ready to be set up. The little structures are set up on a pole in a fairly public place and even in someone’s front yard. These little libraries are community-building ventures meant to engage the neighborhood and encourage children to read regularly. They are never closed. The movement has

Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization that inspires a love of reading, builds community, and sparks creativity by fostering neighborhood book exchanges around the world. spread beyond the U.S. To find a Little Free Library near you, visit their map on the site Littlefreelibrary.org/our map/ and enter Connecticut.

There are dozens of markers throughout the state. The first Little Free Library was built in 2009 by Todd Bol in Hudson, Wisconsin. He mounted a wooden container designed to look like a one-room schoolhouse on a

post on his lawn and filled it with books as a tribute to his mother, a book lover and school teacher.

The library, which is nonprofit, has been honored by the National Book Foundation, the library of Congress and Library Journal. The website for more information is littlefreelibrary. org.

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Inner Peace

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(l-r) Marty Clemens, Ray Fife and Bill Lewis catch up on decades of life!

(l-r) Peggy Davis (Perrin), Marilyn Chneiti (Caputo), Wanda Dimmock (Vine), Hermine Sqadrito (Dugga) reminisce on years past.

(l-r) Abe Ontanella, Rudy Favretti, Anne Raffo (O’Neill), Ruth Main pick up where they left off more than six decades ago. he Stonington High School class of 1950 had their 68th Class Reunion Luncheon Wednesday, Sept. 12th, at the Steak Loft in Mystic, at 1 pm. There were 14 classmates attended out of an original class of 114.

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ou can achieve inner peace. Although it doesn’t have to be elusive, it seems to be when you are distracted by life’s problems and challenges. If your attitude is negatively affected by all you have to deal with, a circular chain reaction ensues.

A sour outlook attracts undesirable outcomes, which in turn reinforces the poor attitude.

Finding inner peace begins with breaking this endless cycle. You don’t wait for this to happen, you make it happen. Being proactive in your life is key. Inner peace is exactly that; it exists within you. Contrary to some Bryan Golden conventional wisdom, inner peace is a cause, Author not a result.

“Dare To Live Without Limits” Inner peace starts with your outlook.

Look at every day as wonderful, filled with endless possibilities. Always be grateful for your blessings. Look for solutions rather than wallowing in problems. Engage in positive self-talk.

Seek simplification. Your mind tends to complicate things. Every situation can be broken down into simple components. This approach enables you to formulate an effective strategy for both the short and long term.

Recognize what you can change and what you can’t. Don’t get mired in all that is beyond your control. Focus your efforts on what you can influence. This concept is especially applicable to people. They are who they are. You can’t change them.

Instead, work on yourself.

Harness the power of smiling. You’ll feel better because you smile, not vice versa.

Smiling is a source of happiness more than a result. Those people who wait until they are happy before they smile are constantly waiting.

Inner peace is connected to what you do for others rather than how much you acquire for yourself. You can get everything you want in life by helping enough other people get what they want. Always be polite, courteous, and respectful.

Keep learning, improving, and growing. Education is necessary for growth.

Repeatedly making the same mistakes inhibits inner peace. Learn from your past.

Live in the present. Take action to prepare for the future.

Stop worrying. It’s a pointless activity that causes stress. Take action regarding anything you have control over. Let all the other stuff go. Eliminating worry takes a tremendous load off you. This one act alone moves you a lot closer to inner peace.

Have fun. Do what you enjoy. Laugh. Inner peace is unattainable when you are miserable. Having fun is not selfish. You have more to offer others when you are happy. Being miserable repels people. No one wants to associate with someone who is always dragging themselves around.

Take responsibility for your life. The path you take is up to you. Change your direction if you don’t like where you are headed. Don’t blame other people or circumstances. Thinking or acting like a victim repels inner peace. In its place you will attract stress and frustration.

Be aware of how you feel and where you are headed. You must understand your current situation in order to take corrective action. Life is fluid. The only thing constant is change. You change and your goals change. Remain flexible. Be ready to make adjustments as needed.

Inner peace isn’t an all or nothing proposition. It is attained over time. It is achievable by anyone. No special training, aptitude, or sacrifice is required. You can work toward it on a regular basis.

Setbacks are part of the process. There are times where it seems as if you are going backwards. Don’t get frustrated or discouraged. When you stumble just get back up.

Inner peace is more of a journey than a destination.

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Young Leaders United!

Virginia Mason President and CEO United Way of Southeastern CT

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nited Way of Southeastern Connecticut created a new affinity group in 2017-18 and called it Young Leaders United. An affinity group for a United Way is defined as a group of donors and volunteers with interests in common and a desire to work for the common good! Young Leaders United in New London County is supported by the leadership of Jeff Hamilton, Assistant General Manager at Mohegan Sun. They have completed several community projects

Mohegan Sun sponsored a Golfing for Good event for Young Leaders United, an affinity group of United Way of Southeastern Connecticut. (l-r) The winning team — Josh Hurne, Nikki Hurne, Jenn Gage, and Dustin Gage.

(l-r) Deion Stanford, server and outside ops, Mohegan Sun Golf Club and The Young Leaders Johannes Vu, Mohegan Sun, Caitlin Briody, United Way of Southeastern CT, Joshua Brown, Charter Oak Federal Credit Union, and Kim Deschamps, Electric Boat.

during their first year.

From the beginning, Young L ea de r s Un ited decided to strengthen the work of United Way by adopting the critical and dynamic goals (listed on the United Way Web site) of: a) fighting hunger and food insecurity; b) providing a safety net of services to those in need; c) support education and the community’s schools; and d) engaging individuals and groups in volunteering.

Brody is staff to Young Leaders United and in her new role, attended the Young Leaders United Glow Golf Games and Benefit on August 31st which became known as Golfing for Good.

The Golfing for Good Game and Benefit included four-hole glow-in-the-dark mini-golf; light activated glowing golf balls, light sticks and a fluorescent course.

Young Leader volunteers worked with Mohegan Sun to run the event. Held at the Mohegan Sun

The group is focused on alleviating hunger and food insecurity and “inspiring youth in the community to reach for a healthier future”. The members of Young Leaders United are determined to make a real difference.

To date, over thirty individuals have joined Young Leaders United. While contributing at a certain level to United Way is encouraged, it is not mandatory. All young leaders have much to offer. New Community Engagement Specialist, Caitin

Golf Club, it was specifically held to benefit the Gemma E. Moran United Way Labor Food Bank.

Mohegan Sun sponsored the event.

The Food Bank is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.

Caitlin Briody writes, “We are excited to continue to build t h is dy na m ic g roup a nd to engage the power of young people in serving our community.”

She encourages anyone interested in getting involved with Young Leaders to reach out to her at 860.464.3312.

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According to the ASPCA, these “leases” can result in pet owners, who thought they were paying $1,500 to $3,000 for a purebred dog, shelling out more than $5,000 when all is said and done. And if the pet dies during the lease period, the buyers are expected to continue making payments!

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Practices like this are just one more reason why I urge potential owners to adopt a pet from their local shelter, rather than shell out thousands of dollars to a pet shop.

A fantastic family pet is waiting for you there. If you insist on owning a specific breed, educate yourself about the breed, its care and the purchasing process. Buy only from reputable breeders who are above-board with the transaction (no loans are offered) and who care deeply about the pet’s health and welfare even after the sale.

unfortunately was canceled after two seasons.

The good news is you can catch Bella in the upcoming Lifetime movie “Conrad & Michelle: If Words Could Kill,” about the tragic real-life story of teen Conrad Roy (played by Austin P. McKenzie), who took his own life after his friend Michelle Carter (played by Bella) urged him to do it. Michelle was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in 2017.

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Aspects favor new romances for unpaired Ewes and Rams.

Already paired Arian twosomes experience renewed harmony in their relationships. Money matters also take a bright turn.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Use that strong Bovine determination to help you keep the faith with your convictions while you move through a period of uncertainty.

Things begin to ease by the week’s end GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Pay attention to your intuition. It could be alerting you to be more careful about accepting a “statement of fact” simply on trust. Don’t be shy about asking for more proof.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Concern for the well-being of someone in need is admirable. But don’t forget to take care of yourself as well. Ask a family member, close friend or colleague to help you.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) It’s OK to focus on the demands of your career. But try to avoid misunderstandings by also reaching out to family and friends. Your sharp intuitive sense kicks in by midweek.

V I R G O (A u g u s t 2 3 t o September 22) Keep a rein on that green-eyed monster. Jealousy is counterproductive. Instead of resenting a colleague’s good points, concentrate on developing your own abilities.

LIBR A (September 23 to October 22) Spending time on a creative project during this high-energy week can pay off both in emotional satisfaction and in impressing someone who is glad to see this side of you.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Now is a good time to start planning that trip you’ve put off because of the demands on your time. Be sure to choose a destination that is new and exciting.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) That upbeat mood in the first part of the week makes you eager to take on new ventures.

A more serious note sets in later to help you assess an upcoming decision.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A high energy level gives the Goat the get-up-and-go to finish outstanding tasks before deadline, leaving time for well-earned fun and games with friends and family.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Dealing with disappointment is never easy. But the wise Aquarian will use it as a vital lesson and be the better for it. A close friend has something important to say.

PISCES (Februar y 19 to March 20) Best bet is not to get involved in an argument between colleagues until you know more about who started it and why. And even then, appearances could be deceiving. Be alert.

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Sally Brierre Alexandria, VA Mrs. Bradburn, my first grade teacher. She was so sweet and she just made me feel very comfortable!

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Noelle Deniger, Westerly RI Barron Baptiste, my yoga teacher, who believed in doing things for yourself. He expanded my mind!

Billy Brierre, Alexandria, VA Father Reich, high school.

He had a great sense of humor!

Danielle McCarty Waterford Mrs. Bednarz, at St. Bernard High. She didn’t let me get away with anything and I respected that!

Donna Fallon, Mattituck, Long Island My freshman year high school teacher, sister Evelyn.

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September 28

Veterans Coffeehouse. 9 am.

United Congregational Church, 87 Broadway, Norwich.

860.908.2104

S.T.E.P.S. 10th Anniversary Reception. 5:30 pm. Hygienic Art Park, 79 Bank St., New London. 860.941.7949

Blood Drive. 11 am - 4:30 pm.

Backus Outpatient Center, 111 Salem Turnpike, Norwich.

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September 29

Flicks@Six. RBG. 6 pm. Cragin Memorial Library, 8 Linwood Ave., Colchester. 860.537.5752 Poetry Potluck Series with Suzy Lamson. 7 pm. Waterford Public Library, 49 Rope Ferry Rd. 860.444.5805 Readings From The Revolutionary Era. Free.

5:30 pm. Bill Memorial Library, 240 Monument St., Groton.

860.445.0392 Paint or Draw Model Rene with the NLASL. 6 - 9 pm. Marquee Gallery Studio, 74 State St., New London. 860.859.1871

September 20 Blood Drive. 8 am - 1 pm.

Marine Science Magnet School, 130 Shennecossett Rd., Groton.

1.800.733.2767 Veterans Coffeehouse. 9 am.

Masonicare at Mystic, 45 Clara Drive, Mystic. 860.425.6617 Circle of Friends Flash Sale.

9:30 am. Groton Public Library, 52 Newtown Rd., 860.441.6750.

First Ladies: An Adventure in Glamour, Guts & Gumption.

6:30 pm. Cragin Memorial Library, 8 Linwood Ave., Colchester. 860.537.5752 CT Authors Trail Finale: Amy Bloom. 7 pm. Janet Carlson Calvert Library, 5 Tyler Drive, Franklin. 860.642.6207 Steve Benjamin: Yachtsman of the Year. 6 pm. La Grua Center, 32 Water St, Stonington.

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September 21 Veterans Coffeehouse. 10:15 am.

Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center, 27 Chase St., Pawcatuck.

860.599.3285 Grant Database Training for Non-Profits. 10:30 am. Public Library of New London, 63 Huntington St. 860.447.1411

8th Hammonassett Festival.

10 am to 7 pm. The Guilford Fair Grounds, 111 Lovers Lane. hammonassettfestival@gmail. com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6th, 9 am - 4 pm

The Orthodox Church of the Holy New Martyrs and Confessors of Russia, 361 Canterbury Turnpike, Norwich, 06360 860.822.9955 • holynewmartyrs.org Peace Pole Celebration! 6 pm.

Howard Brown Park, 100 Chelsea Harbor Drive, Norwich. facebook.com/ events/534714510314693/

September 22 Pork Roast Dinner. 5-7 pm.

North Stonington Congregational Church, 89 Main Street, NS. 860.535.0379 Pop’s Ice Cream Fundraiser for Friends of Ledyard Libraries.

4-8 pm. 39 Military Hwy, Gales Ferry.

Munch’s Scream and Delville’s Orpheus: Dr. Robert Baldwin talk. 7 pm. Mystic & Noank Library, 40 Library St. 860.536.7721

Fabulous Fall Storytime. Ages 5 and under. The Bill Memorial Library, 240 Monument St., Groton. 860.445.0392

September 25 Blood Drive. 12:30 pm 6:15 pm. Hugo A. Simonelli VFW Post 3263, 60 Stonington Road, Mystic. 1.800.733.2767 5th Annual Nonagenarian Celebration. 1 pm. Lymes Senior Center, 26 Town Woods Rd., Old Lyme. 860.434.1605 Be Informed. Voting Rights Discussion. 7 pm. Groton Public Library, 52 Newtown Rd. 860.441.6750

September 26

Scarecrow Festival. 10 am 4 pm. Preston City Congregational Church. 321 CT-164, Preston. 860.887.4647

Flicks@Six. Ocean’s 8. 6 pm.

Cragin Memorial Library, 8 Linwood Ave., Colchester.

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September 23

Chess Club. 4 pm.

Huntington St., New London.

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Westerly Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Misquamicut State Beach. 800.272.3900 4th Annual Shoreline Chefs Fundraiser. 3-6 pm. Water’s Edge Resort and Spa, 1525 Boston Post Rd., Westbrook. 860.388.1611 East Lyme Harvest Festival.

11 am - 3 pm. Carelot Childrens Center, 315 Flanders Rd. 860.739.1993

September 24 New London’s Early Years: 1646-1775. 7-8:30 pm, free.

Public Library of New London, 63 Huntington St. 860.447.1411

September 27 100th Anniversary of Josiah Ferguson Broadfoot’s death Military Ceremony. 1:30 pm.

Wilcox Park, Westerly, RI. Blood Drive. 1 - pm. Stonington Police Department, 173 S. Broad St., Pawcatuck. 1.800.733.2767 Chihuly Water Bottle Art Sculpture. 4 pm. Janet Carlson Calvert Library, 5 Tyler Drive, Franklin. 860.642.6207 College Application Essay Workshop. 6:30 pm. Wheeler Library, 101 Main St., North Stonington. 860.535.0383

Townwide Tag Sale. 8 am.

Wheeler Library, 101 Main St., North Stonington. 860.535.0383 Open Farm Weekend. 10 am 3 pm. Stone Bridge Farm, 116 Crary Rd., Griswold.

860.376.5027 Local History Fair. 1 - 4 pm.

Groton Public Library, 52 Newtown Rd. Great Pumpkin Fair. 9 am 3 pm. Quaker Hill Baptist Church, 144 Old Norwich Rd. 860.442.8856 Collecting used coats, blankets and baby clothes. Noon - 3 pm.

St. Mary Church of the Visitation, 218 Providence Street, Putnam.

September 30 Providence Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Roger Williams Park. 800.272.3900 Open Barn: Come See Our Horses. 11 am. Phoenix Rising Equine Rescue & Sanctuary, 1 Pine Woods Rd, N. Stonington.

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October 1 Old Lyme Historical Society Lecture. 7 pm. Old Lyme Historical Society, 55 Lyme St. OLHSI.org The Revolutionary War Lecture.

7 - 8:30 pm. Public Library of New London, 63 Huntington St. 860.447.1411 CT Architecture:Our Sense of Plave. Gail Brookover, 11 Lloyd Rd., Waterford.

October 2 Fall Family Storytime. 10 am.

Wheeler Library, 101 Main St., North Stonington. 860.535.0383

Farmers’ Markets

Bozrah Fridays, 4 - 7pm, Maples Farm Park, 45 Bozrah St. thru Oct. Colchester Sundays, 9 am - 1 pm, 97 Hayward Ave., thru Oct. 14 Groton Wednesdays, 3 - 6 pm, Washington Park, 156 Meriden St., thru Oct. 30 Lebanon Saturdays, 9 am - Noon, Town Hall Parking Lot, 597 Exeter Rd., thru Oct. 13 Lisbon Thursdays, 3:30 - 6:30 pm, Lisbon Meadows Park, Rte. 169, thru Sept. 27.

Mystic Tuesdays, 2 - 6 pm, Quiambaug Fire House, 50 Old Stonington Rd., thru Oct. 30 New London Wednesdays, 3 - 6 pm, Yale New Haven Health & Hospital, 365 Montauk Ave., thru Oct. 31 Fridays, 3 - 6 pm, Williams Park, thru Oct. 26 Niantic Thursdays, 3 - 6 pm, Methodist St. Parking Lot, thru Oct. 11 Norwich Mondays & Fridays, 10 am 1 pm, Parking Lot, 401 Thames St., thru Oct. 29 Wednesdays, 10 am-2 pm, Howard T. Brown Park, 100 Chelsea Harbour Dr., thru Oct. 31 Old Saybrook Saturdays & Wednesdays, 9 am - 12:30 pm. Parking Lot, 210 Main St., thru Oct. 31 Putnam Saturdays, 10 am - 1 pm, 18 Kennedy Dr., thru Oct. 27 Stonington Saturdays, 9 am - Noon, Town Dock, Northwest St., thru Oct. 27

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Interviewing Author Jane Herr Desrosiers

by Roger Zotti es, Jane Herr Desrosiers believes, and rightly, that her Gone Fishing trilogy will bring readers “back to a simpler time—no computers, cell a ne phones. People He rr D knew their neighe sr osiers bors and had a great sense of community. That’s the feeling I had when growing up, and one that I think we need now.”

Jane wrote the trilogy, she said, “Because from the beginning, this story has told itself to me. Sure, I wrote newsletters about this town, but when I took one person to tell the story, it amazed me how much I wanted to give Ethel to tell.”

The Baltic resident explained that after “spending 45 years in healthcare information management, I was always writing policies, etc.” Fortunately, “I was able to become creative and I started to write funny newsletters about this fishing village and its quirky folks which blossomed into the trilogy,” adding she hopes readers “truly enjoy getting to know the people on the pages. And to love the story that I tell. I’ve had one person tell me these books make you feel good about life again. Nothing’s better than that, wouldn’t you say?”

Regarding what the trilogy is about, Jane told the Resident its “main character, Ethel O’Connor, is a journalist who works for The Daily Bugle.” In Gone Fishing the Line, the second book of the trilogy, “Ethel’s quest continues to find more information about the mother she never knew. Her mother died shortly after she was born. Her father, Eddy, has raised her the best he can with the help from the lovely quirky characters in the fishing village of Piney Bluffs, Maine.”

She explained: “Along the way, she finds her mother’s diary, where her mother writes about her doubts of her friend’s murder/ drowning….Ethel, along with help from her husband Charlie, visit Maine State prison to interview an 83-year-old inmate. Did he really push the little girl in? Who is the mystery boy Joseph her mother writes about? And how does this help Ethel find out more about her mother? And what about Ethel and Charlie’s son, EC? [Many] questions will be answered, but at the end, there will one more that will only be answered in Gone Fishing The Sinker. The hook of this book is the price of silence, and how some people will pay dearly.”

Gone Fishing The Hook, Jane’s first novel, was published in 2017. The recently published Gone Fishing The Line will have an official book launch September 23 at 1:30 pm, at the Lebanon Green Vineyard, Lebanon, and the trilogy’s final installment, Gone Fishing The Sinker, will be out in 2019.

Her books are available through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kindles and at Bank Square Books, Mystic, and Savoy Bookshop and Café, Westerly, RI. In October she’ll be making appearances at the Sprague Library, Baltic, 10/9 (6:30 pm); the Agway Customer Appreciation Day, Norwich, 10/20 (8:30 am – 1 pm); and the Canterbury Library, Canterbury, 10/23 (5:30 pm). Visit her website, her author page at amazon, and her Facebook page for additional information.

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Which quarterback holds the NCAA record for most combined yards in a season?

Who was the last Milwaukee Bucks All-Star before Giannis Antetokounmpo in 2017?

Name the last team before Vegas in 2018 to sweep the Los Angeles Kings in the first round of the NHL playoffs.

Before Kyle Busch and Kevin Harvick in 2018, when was the last time that two NASCAR drivers won at least five races each during the first 17 races of the season?

Answers: Boston’s Jacoby Ellsbury, in 2009.

2. Randy Myers had 53 saves for the Chicago Cubs in 1993.

3. Texas Tech QB B.J. Symons, with 5,976 yards in 2003.

4. Michael Redd, in 2004.

5. Detroit did it in 2000.

6. Denny Hamlin and Jimmie Johnson, in 2010.

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More tide predictions are available at tides.mobilegeographics.com Tides noted are for the Stonington area of Fishers Island Sound. All times are listed in Local Standard Time(LST) or, Local Daylight Time (LDT) (when applicable).

All heights are in feet referenced to Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW).

ropical storms are brewing over the Atlantic, and the autumn bite has begun.

“Schoolies galore!” reports Pat Abate of Rivers End Tackle in Old Saybrook, reporting on the striper bite. Where are all those small bass? “We’ve heard of them both on top and jigged including, but not limited to the Race, Plum Gut, Hatchetts, the shoreline from Black Point to the mouth of the Connecticut River,” he says. For large stripers, he recommends fishing the waters off Block Island.

This is the time of year when Rhode Island motels start using their “No Vacancy” signs. Inland anglers from the entire Northeast descend on the Ocean State to fish for bass. Where to go? You have to move around, because the fish are on the move. September hot spots include Watch Hill; Weekapaug; East, Central and West beaches in Charlestown; Matunuck and Narragansett.

Many of the old pros fish after dark, but schools of bass feed on the surface during the day, too.

Bluefish have been swimming among the bass, reports Pat Abate. Smaller blues — snappers — are taking really small lures and short streamer flies in many

Tom Meade Author “Essential Fly Fishing” of the region’s saltwater creeks and ponds.

A lit tle far ther offshore, reports are mixed. Fluke fishing has been inconsistent and, sometimes, non-existent. Angler who are fishing deep water with a decent drift are catching fish up to nine pounds in Block Island Sound, but they’re working for those fluke.

On the other hand, fishing for porgies, or scup, has been excellent on the reefs off Connecticut and Rhode Island, says Pat Abate.

Shore anglers are catching the delicious fish at Watch Hill.

“We had a wide age range of anglers today and everyone was catching from first timers to seasoned veterans,” reported Capt.

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Greg Dubrule of the Black Hawk II out of Niantic earlier this month. “We started out with a bail job on the porgies, and once we hit our limit of extra-large scup we switched over to the sea bass. There were a few more short fish to deal with, but everyone stuck it out and we produced a boat limit of knothead sea bass with a few fluke mixed in as well.”

Fly fishers from the Rhode I sl and Sa lt wat er A ng ler s Association report that they have been catching bonito at Point Judith.

Way offshore, anglers fishing with the Frances Fleet out of Point Judith are catching lots of small tuna and large mahi-mahi.

“The night bite just wasn’t there but the troll bite was decent, said Capt. Matt Cox after a trip on Sept. 7. “We had nearly 50 longfins and a decent pile of bigger mahi. We had perfect trolling weather so we had a full spread of spreaders out and raised a lot of fish. We had a few times with three to five fish on at a time.”

Weather and water conditions can be dangerous this time of year, so please be careful, and if you have booked a boat, call ahead to see if it’s still going to sail.

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Yancey Horwath of Ledyard caught these two 25” fluke off the coast of Harkness Memorial Park, July 24.

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CTNG Names McDonald New Assistant Adjutant General

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aj. Gen. Fran Evon, Adjutant General and Commander of the Connecticut National Guard, announced Brig. Gen. Gerald McDonald has been named the next Assistant Adjutant General of the Connecticut Military Department.

Brig. Gen. McDonald joined the Connecticut Air National Guard in 1987, serving six years as a logistician before earning a commission through t he Academy of M i l itar y Science in 1993 as an aircraft maintenance off icer. Since then, he has served extensively throughout the Connecticut A i r Na t i o n a l G u a r d’s Logistics, Maintenance and Communications communities.

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Gen. McDonald has ser ved his state and nation with honor,” Maj. Gen. Evon said. “He brings a lot to the table in terms of experience, including key

Brig. Gen. Gerald McDonald is named the next Assistant Adjutant General of the Connecticut Military Department.

insight into how we will continue to advance our National Guard forward.”

Previously, Gen. McDonald served as the Commander of the Connecticut Air National Guard’s 103rd Maintenance Group and the Commander of the 103rd Logistics Group.

Now, he w ill ser ve as t he Assistant Adjutant General of the Connecticut Militar y Department’s 4,700 Guardsmen and members of the State Militia.

Gen. McDonald’s operational experience includes a tour of duty in Kuwait in support of Operation Southern Watch, supporting air patrols in the no-f ly zones over Iraq established after the 1991 Gulf War. In 2003, he deployed again to southwest Asia for what became Operation Iraqi Freedom, responsible for 150 maintenance personnel and all flight line activities for A-10 operations.

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How To Keep Exercising Despite Chronic Pain

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ain is a great excuse if you don’t like to exercise, and it’s certainly something many people with chronic pain would just as soon avoid.

Yet at the same time exercise is one of the things that can help make that pain go away.

“It can become a Catch-22 sit uation,” says Dr. Victor M. Romano, a board cer tified orthopaedic surgeon and author of Finding The Source: Maximizing Your Results – With and Without Orthopaedic Surger y (w w w.romanomd. com). “We don’t want to exercise because we have pain, and yet exercise will usually help you reduce the pain over the long run.

Research has shown that exercise is an essential aspect in the treatment of chronic pain. Lack of exercise can cause a downward cycle of deconditioning and worsening pain. But exercise can help those with chronic pain engage in enjoyable and essential activities

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Jennifer Pensa Joins Chelsea Groton Bank

As Senior Vice President, Director of Operations

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ennifer Pensa recently joined Chelsea Groton Bank as Senior Vice President, Director of Operations.

In this role, Jenn will be responsible for overseeing many departments at the Bank, including Business Intelligence, Deposit Operations, Direct Banking/E-Commerce, Facilities, Purchasing, Security and Technology Services.

“Jenn is a dynamic leader with proven Jennifer Pensa experience for each of the responsibiliVice President, ties she will have in this position,” shared Director of Operations Michael Rauh, President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank. “Just as importantly, she believes deeply in the mission of a mutual bank and is looking forward to contributing to the team and the community.”

Most recently, Jenn was VP, Contact Center and Customer Experience at WSFS Bank in Wilmington, DE, a multi-billion dollar financial services company with 76 offices in the mid-Atlantic.

Prior to that, she held various positions at Guilford Savings Bank, culminating in her role as Senior Operations Officer. Before her transition to the financial industry, she was Executive Director of the Guilford Chamber of Commerce.

Jenn earned her B.S. in Applied Behavioral Science from Penn State University. She and her family reside in North Stonington.

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“Even though exercise for somebody with chronic pain sounds counterintuitive,” Dr. Romano says, “it is very important as part of recovery therapy.” of daily living with greater ease.

Cardio exercise, interval training, and weight lifting are the three types of exercise most people should include once a week in their workouts. Stretching should be included in every workout,” Dr. Romano says.

Doctors generally ask patients to rate their pain on a scale of one to 10. The average intensity of

pain experienced for 12 or more hours over a 24-hour period is considered their baseline pain.

Romano says if, during exercise, pain levels increase by more than two points from the baseline you should stop and modify that exercise to ensure you do not cause a flare up of your pain. Of course, a good diet is also important.

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breathing, from a deviated septum, allergies or a cold, will impair your balance and strength.

Restoring clear nasal breathing will improve your performance.

For people who suffer from chronic pain, Dr. Romano offers these exercise tips: Try shorter exercise periods.

Interval training is very helpful in patients with chronic pain.

Short bursts of exercise can be more beneficial and less stressful than one long workout. Even five minutes is better than nothing.

Everything counts.

Weight training is also important for seniors and women to strengthen bones. Research has proven that weight training is good for everyone, regardless of sex or age. Make sure to incorporate it into your exercise program.

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Stretches, and incorporate them into your daily routine, even if you don’t exercise that day.

Try yoga or tai chi. These programs have shown success with people with chronic pain.

Clear your sinuses. If your breathing is obstructed, use nasal sprays or get nasal strips that will open your breathing and further improve your strength and balance.

Mind over matter. If you need to do an exercise that you know is going to be painful, start by taking some deep breaths and focus your energy. Take your time.

“Even though exercise for somebody with chronic pain sounds counterintuitive,” Dr. Romano says, “it is very important as part of recovery therapy.”

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