A hard decision to make,' Killingly reschedules fireworks

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‘A hard decision to make,’ Killingly reschedules fireworksPoPular event delayed due to

IndePendence day weather

KB Ambulance getting close to upgrade

Jason Bleau photo

PUTNAM — The annual Fourth of July celebration in Putnam Sunday, July 6, brought hun-dreds to town to cele-brate America’s inde-pendence. Pictured, Layla, 1, of Putnam looks photogenic in her new face paint. The Putnam High School Marching Band handled the face painting duties prior to the show to raise money for their music programs. For more photos, turn to page A17!

Killingly taxpayers react to threat of dam breachescomPany seekIng to dIvest from maIntaInIng structures

BY JASON BLEAUVILLAGER STAFF WRITER

KILLINGLY — The Fourth of July may have been held on a Friday this year, but the fireworks really started before the long holiday weekend in Killingly’s Community Center, where a large crowd of town residents filed in to discuss a controversial issue that has taken the municipality by storm.

The issue involves mainly East Killingly, its waterways and the relationship these waterways and dams have with the company Wright Investor’s Service Holdings, which

owns five ponds in East Killingly, and sent a letter in April to the Town Council revealing the company’s consideration of breaching the dams they also own on those waterways.

Vice President Ira Sabotko acted as spokes-person for Wright Investor’s Services during the public meeting to discuss the issue on July 1, where he explained how this recent development came about.

“The issue is that our Board of Directors and our shareholders look at us and say, ‘Why do

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State Reps. Mae Flexer and Danny Rovero spoke during the town meeting, suggesting the formation of a working group to decide the fate of the East Killingly dams and waterways owned by Wright Investor’s Service Holdings.

Pomfret seeks to improve cemetery upkeep


POMFRET — Cemeteries are more than just landmarks in any given town.

For many, they are a final resting place, and for their fam-ilies, it is a place where they can go to feel close to their loved ones even after they have passed away.

However, keeping these ceme-teries clean and looking respect-able is not always an easy task. In some towns, they are over-looked, but in others, a lack of funding or manpower can be to blame. In Pomfret, the home of 14 cemeteries, the town’s lead-ing official, First Selectman Maureen Nicholson, is hoping to address the growing problem of maintenance of cemeteries within the town’s borders.

Nicholson recently spoke to leaders from other local towns at a meeting of the Northeast Connecticut Council of Government (NECCOG), seek-ing advice on how to tackle the


KB Ambulance is making a move they hope will result in improved emergency medi-cal care in the Quiet Corner, assuming they get approval from Hartford.

KB Ambulance Administrator Randy Daggett has been keeping locals up to date on the compa-ny’s attempts to upgrade their services to the paramedic level for the past few months, recent-ly laying out the status of the initiative at a town meeting in Danielson on July 1.

“We submitted an application to upgrade our services to para-medic level about two months ago,” Daggett said. “It was reviewed in Hartford, sent down to the Eastern EMS Council where they held a meeting last week and they voted to approve it. Now it goes back to Hartford to await the state medical direc-tor to sign off on it.”

These updates come on the heels of the recent announce-ment by the Northeastern Connecticut Council of Governments (NECCOG) that American Ambulance will be continuing to service the region

through NECCOG’s Paramedic Intercept Program for the next year while the Council reex-amines the program. Daggett noted that he has worked with American Ambulance and the company that lost the bid for the contract, American Medical Response, in the past and that KB Ambulance has even employed personnel associated with both companies. The goal of KB Ambulance’s recent request to upgrade its services is to bring their own abilities to the next level and not to overshadow or

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A scene from last year’s fireworks display at the Red, White and Blue BBQ in Killingly. This year’s event has been rescheduled to Friday, July 11.

Turn To CEMETERY, page A14 Turn To KB, page A12


KILLINGLY — The show must go on, despite dramatic, and in some cases, destructive weather interrupting the Fourth of July festivities in Killingly over the long holiday weekend.

With Hurricane Arthur bearing down on New England for landfall between July 3-4, and other storm systems threatening the region, Killingly officials made the call on Wednesday, July 2, to move the Red, White and Blue BBQ event in Owen Bell Park to their alternate date on July 11, still holding the barbecue itself indoors and the 5K race that would have preceded the cel-ebrations at Owen Bell Park as scheduled

before dangerous weather hit the region the night of July 3.

With the dramatic weather and Fourth of July rush in the past, Killingly is hoping that July 11 stays clear and bright so that the musical entertainment and fireworks extravaganza can commence. Killingly Assistant Recreation Director Anthony Eisley provided a brief explanation of what visitors can expect from the rescheduled event.

“It’s just going to be the fireworks and the bands we are promoting,” Eisley said. “We’ll have the Ukulele Girls and the Great Garage Band Reunion. They start perform-

Turn To DAMS, page A12

Turn To FIREWORKS, page A11

CELEBRATING THE USA

One of the major topics for discussion in Killingly recent-ly was the possible breaching of the five reservoirs in East Killingly owned by Wright Investors’ Service Holdings, Inc.

In his article, “The Mills of Chestnut Hill: The Story of a Connecticut Village,” James N. Tucker wrote at length about the history of those res-ervoirs.

“Coincident with the growth of the mills, and necessitated thereby, was the growth of the reservoir system. In 1828, upon the petition of Ebenezer Young, Capt. Asa Alexander and others, the Chestnut Hill Reservoir Company was incorporated by an act of the General Assembly. This char-ter was renewed in 1831. At that time Judge Young owned all the water rights pertaining to the Burgess saw mill, at the outlet of Lake Chaubaumaug, having acquired them a short time previously, and also owned adjoining land to the amount of 450 acres, some of which was afterward includ-ed in the ‘middle’ reservoir, which was built some years later, and occupied the cedar swamp, mentioned earlier in this article.

“By deed, dated Aug. 1, 1831, Young conveyed all water rights to the reservoir compa-ny and also five acres of land, near the present dam at the lake, which was constructed in 1832. This greatly increased the storage capacity of the lake

and added much to the value of the mill properties.

“In the same year the com-pany proceeded to buy con-trol of the Bartlett sawmill pond, just above the rapids, and flowed a part of the bog meadow flats, just east from the present village. These rights were further enlarged by purchases from Reuben Bartlett, in 1836.

“In the latter year, the company completed the pur-chase of land for the middle reservoir, which was to occu-py the aforesaid cedar swamp, and in 1837 the dam was con-structed exactly on the road-bed of the old Hartford and Providence Turnpike, shares in which had been purchased by the company.

“In 1849 the bog meadow res-ervoir was raised two feet, and to its present proportions.

“In 1854 the company pur-chased land of Eddy and Nancy Pray and Paris M. Law, built a dam and flowed a large tract, just below Bateman pond, and northwesterly from the lake. This dam gave way in May, 1865, carrying disaster to the mill property along the stream. The damage, however, was speedily repaired and the dam rebuilt, and since then has withstood every attack of flood and freshet.

“In 1872 land was secured from Alvia Chase and others and a dam was built across an affluent of the middle res-ervoir creating what has been known as the Alvia reservoir,

which has proved to be a valuable adjunct to the reservoir system. It must also be stat-ed in this connection that the mills, during their successful oper-ation, were kept well abreast of modern progress in the utili-zation of power. The old-fashioned wooden ‘breast’ wheels with which they were orig-inally equipped, in due time gave place to the modern turbine, and the waterpower has been supplement-ed by steam power, which has been added to every mill, without any exception.

“These reservoirs drain an extensive water shed which,

because of its precipitous declivities, promptly and actively responds to every rainfall and, consequently, the amount of water power avail-able is far in excess of what is apparent at first glance. The present size and capacity of the various reservoirs is as follows:

• The Lake : 140 acres; 457,380,000 gallons

• Eddy Pray Reservoir: 98 acres; 160,083,000 gallons

• Middle Reservoir: 200 acres; 261,360,000 gallons

• Alvia Chase Reservoir: 62 acres; 101,377,000 gallons

• Bog Meadow Reservoir: 55 acres; 71,874,000 gallons

“The system is still capable of much greater enlargement by a long talked of canal, intend-ed to connect the lake with an extensive and active water shed, just to the eastward, over the Rhode Island line. A dam 15 feet high at the narrows, southeast from the village, extending from the promon-tory to the south shore, and receiving the accession from the Rhode Island water shed via the lake would flow out all existing reservoirs excepting the lake, and would make a reservoir two and a half miles long and a mile wide.

“The Chestnut Hill Reservoir Company obtained a new char-ter from the General Assembly of 1901, giving greatly enlarged powers, and have since been digesting various plans for enhancing and utilizing the water power of the stream.” (In “A Modern History of W i n d h a m C o u n t y Connecticut,” Allen B. L i n c o l n , E d i t o r , Volume I, 1920, pp. 220-221)

S w a m p s , brooks, and at least one pond

have been part of the topo-graphical makeup of what is now East Killingly since long before the arrival of the town’s earliest white settlers. In her “History of Windham County, Connecticut, Volume I,” Ellen D. Larned included a map, which she had made of ancient Windham County. Straddling the present Connecticut-Rhode Island border was a small lake designated as Chaubaumaug Pond. The Killingly portion of William Lester Jr.’s “1833 Map of New London and Windham Counties in Connecticut” also includes the body of water. It is interesting to note that in 1833 what is now called Chestnut Hill Road in Killingly did not bend to the south towards pres-ent-day Route 101 but instead continued easterly to what is now called Quinn’s Hill Road, which passes near the previ-ously mentioned pond.

The region’s earliest white settlers, the Chestnut Hill pro-prietors, quickly took advan-tage of the Whetstone Brook and established a sawmill in the vicinity where the former Young Mill and Acme Cotton were situated (Killingly Land Records, Vo. 1, p. 125; record-ed March 1717/18). The “sedar swamp”, to the east of pres-ent-day North Road, was con-sidered such a valuable “com-mon” asset that it remained undivided into the 1770’s as evidenced in a deed from Samuel and Thomas Gould when they conveyed three undivided rights in the swamp to John Westgate on Nov. 10, 1772 (KLR Vo. 9, p. 85).

Those of you who are new to the area, and many who are not particularly familiar with East Killingly, may not realize how many mills there were that utilized the water-power from the Whetstone Brook and the reservoir sys-tem in the 1800’s. The Killingly map in O.W. Gray’s “1869

Atlas of Windham and Tolland Counties Connecticut” indi-cates the following textile mills along the easterly part of the brook: Miller’s cotton mill (Acme site), Young’s mill, Whitestone, Himes, Robinsons, Elliott’s. Others were located in Killingly Center, what is now Cat Hollow Park, and in Elmville. The 1869 map also shows Chaubamaug Pond and the above-mentioned reser-voirs, which were so vital to the economy of that part of Killingly and the town.

If you are looking for a sce-nic drive some Sunday after-noon, I suggest you meander along Valley Road and the back roads of East Killingly and enjoy the beauty of Whetstone Brook, the reservoirs, and the ponds. They are a treasured part of Killingly’s heritage.

If you are interested in learning more about the mills of East Killingly, consider purchasing Richard C. Adams Mills Along the Whetstone Brook, which is available at the Killingly Historical Center for $9.99.

Margaret M. Weaver is the Killingly Municipal Historian. Special thanks to Jack Dusseault for suggesting that I write about the reservoirs in East Killingly. For additional information visit the Killingly Historical Center Wednesday or Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (or by appointment), visit www.killinglyhistory.org, or call 860-779-7250. Mail for the Killingly Historical & Genealogical Society, Inc. or the Killingly Historical Center should be sent to P.O. Box 6000, Danielson, CT 06329. Margaret Weaver may be reached at [email protected]. Note: Neither the Killingly Historical Center nor I have Caller ID. Please leave your name and phone number when calling. Thank you.

The five reservoirs of East Killingly

MARGARET WEAVER

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Quotation of the week“He gardened, raised bush and orchard fruits, gathered

wild foods, hunted fowl and game animals, and fished fresh and salt water. He was profane and reckless, hot tempered and softhearted. By his own estimations, he should or could have died many times before he finally succumbed. For his four sons, wife and extended family he was the center of much energy, and not infrequently, chaos. He was hungry for life. We traveled and adventured the entire eastern coast. He eventually traveled in all 50 states, caught the big fish, made many friends and loved only one woman.”

- Ray Green, remembering his father, the late Merton Green Sr., of Eastford, who was able, with the help of the community, to attend one final Memorial Day parade in

Eastford before passing away on June 20.

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Students from Woodstock Academy and the TRI-M Music Honor Society visited Westview Health Care Center recently to perform various musical ensembles they had been rehearsing throughout the year.

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DAYVILLE — Residents and patients of Westview Health Care Center in Dayville were singing the praises of the Woodstock Academy National Association for Music Educators (NAfME) Chapter 4297 TRI-M Music Honor Society last week as students performed various musical ensembles they had been rehearsing and performing through-out the year as part of their high school curriculum.

Instrumental Music Director Lauren Churchill and Fine Arts Department Chair/Vocal Music Director Amy Ranta proudly lead the day’s program and enjoyed the reactions of their audience as their talented group serenaded program

attendees.“We are so fortunate to be able to

share the many fine talents of our students with such an apprecia-tive audience,” said Amy Ranta. “Performing at Westview provides an avenue for us to give back and use the international language of music as a way to connect as a community.”

The Tri-M Music Honor Society is the international music honor society for middle/junior high and high school students. It is designed

to recognize students for their aca-demic and musical achievements, reward them for their accomplish-ments and service activities, and to inspire other students to excel at music and leadership.

“It was a great experience for all of the students”, remarked vocalist Austin Stone. “We have been try-ing to focus on more community involvement. Creating a connection with the residents through music is very fulfilling.”

Woodstock Academy has been one of the 5,500 chartered Tri-M chapters for approximately fifteen years and has guided, motivated and inspired thousands of their students with the gift of music and performance.

“It has been my experience that the Woodstock Academy Music Department has always offered great opportunities for growth and cre-ativity under the direction of Ms. Ranta and Mrs. Churchill,“ stat-ed Westview Administrator David Panteleakos. “We are always hon-ored to have such a talented and enthusiastic group of individu-als perform for the residents and patients who reside at Westview.”

BROOKLYNMonday, July 14Recreation Commission, 7 p.m.,

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Tuesday, July 15Board of Fire Commissioners,

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Wednesday, July 16Board of Finance, 7 p.m.,

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Homeland Security, 7 p.m., Town Hall

THOMPSONMonday, July 14Board of Education, 7 p.m.,

Middle School Media CenterZoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m.,

Merrill Seney Community Center

Tuesday, July 15Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m.,

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Wednesday, July 16Economic Development

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p.m., Library Community CenterBoard of Finance, 7 p.m.,

Library Community Center

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Town HallSpecial Service District, 7 p.m.,

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Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m., Town Hall

Wednesday, July 16

Zoning and Aquifer Protection, 7 p.m., Town Hall

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PRIDE, 8 p.m., Victoria Station

KILLINGLYMonday, July 14

Special Agriculture Commission Sub Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Town Hall

Tuesday, July 15Fiscal Sub Committee, 6:30 p.m.,

Town HallHousing Authority, 7 p.m.,

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Wednesday, July 16Water Pollution Control

Authority, 6 p.m., WPCA PlantDanielson Borough Meetings, 7

p.m., Danielson Fire StationConservation Commission, 7

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POMFRETMonday, July 14

Board of Finance, 6:30 p.m., Senior Center

Wednesday, July 16

Senior Advocate Commission, 7 p.m., Senior Center

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Agricultural Commission, 7 p.m., Senior Center

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EASTFORD — With the Fourth of July come and gone, The Villager has taken the time to shine a light on the achievement of one local member of the Armed Forces who recently passed away, after members of his community helped him take part in one last Memorial Day ceremony.

That veteran was Merton Green Sr., of Eastford, a disabled World War II veteran who for many years was a staple of the town’s Memorial Day celebrations.

Green passed away on June 20, but not before having the chance to be part of the Eastford Memorial Day ceremony one final time.

His son, Ray Green, recently shared some history about his father’s life, call-ing him “a local farm boy, his roots fully swamp Yankee,” with an ancestry that dates back to the Pilgrims. Merton Green Sr. was the son of a reserve officer in World War I, and had three great grandfathers in the Civil War, as well as at least seven fam-ily members in the American Revolution. He entered the U.S. Navy 61st CB (Seabees) in December of 1942 in New Haven where his battalion was nicknamed “The Old Timers,” and was composed of experienced heavy equipment operators, engineers and construction professionals with an aver-age age of 36. Green was only 19 at the time and had rarely spent time far from home, but by April on 1943 he was aboard a ship headed to the southwestern portion of the Pacific, where his battalion performed the job of building dockages, roads, airfields and other forms of military installation.

It would prove to be just one of many life adventures he would experience.

Green’s battalion followed the advance of the war to regain control of the Pacific, where he experienced many stages of World War II, eventually coming face to face with battle, dealing with malaria, pto-maine poisoning, pneumonia and other diseases common during war time, and even escaped a paratrooper attack unin-jured.

Ray Green described when his father was finally discharged to come home.

“He was never wounded, but the dis-

eases reduced him from a stout youth at over 6 feet and 190 pounds, to a skeletal 125 pounds,” Ray Green said. “He was evac-uated and treated through a total of eight military hospitals and released from care by early 1947. He was given an honorable discharge. When he went to war he was the eldest of 10 in his parents home. By his return his father had died, the family was scattered and he was permanently disabled.”

Ray Green described his dad as a phe-nomenon and a well-respected member of the community. He detailed how his father’s post wartime life involved heavy community involvement that eventually made him a staple in Eastford.

“Merton was always active, a volun-teer,” he said, adding that he belonged to the Boy Scouts of America, the Natchaug Grange, the Pomfret Rod & Gun Club, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion, Disabled Americans, Antique Veterans, and was a founding member of the Eastford Independent Fire Co., the Willington Fire Department, the Eastford Trail Thumpers, and he was a member of the Navy Seabee Veterans of America.

“He gardened, raised bush and orchard fruits, gathered wild foods, hunted fowl and game animals, and fished fresh and salt water,” Ray Green said. “He was pro-fane and reckless, hot tempered and soft-hearted. By his own estimations, he should or could have died many times before he finally succumbed. For his four sons, wife and extended family he was the center of much energy, and not infrequently, chaos. He was hungry for life. We traveled and adventured the entire eastern coast. He eventually traveled in all 50 states, caught the big fish, made many friends and loved only one woman.”

However, among all of his achievements in life, one of Merton Green Sr.’s most val-ued yearly goals was to be part of Eastford’s Memorial Day parade. Ray Green said his father made a point to be part of the event year after year as an honor to himself and his fellow officers, but for the 2014 event, Merton’s age and disabilities caught up with him, and as Ray explained, members of the community showed their support by

helping him continue his participation in the parade.

“This year, for the first time since World War II, he was bedridden and saddened to be apparently unable to attend,” Ray said. “Unbeknownst to him, the Eastford [Independent Fire Co.], the local American Legion post and various ‘unnamed’ individuals planned for his attendance. He was bursting with enthusiasm and pride to be so honored. On this last Memorial Day, he was brought from his home in a decorated and personalized ambulance along the parade route and given a full viewing of the ceremonies at the Ivy Glenn Memorial. There are no words that can express his joy that day. We as his family are deeply humbled by the com-munity’s efforts.”

While Merton may be gone, his memory lives on, not only with his family, but the members of the local community that knew him well. His son said that even in death, Merton had little, if any, fear — actually telling his loved ones that he was looking forward to reuniting with the loved ones that had gone before him. Merton will be remembered as a veteran, an adventurer, a father, a friend, a husband and a man that those who knew him will remember him as one who tackled adversity head on and won almost every time, even if it was with a little help.

Jason Bleau may be reached (860) 928-1818, ext. 112, or by e-mail at [email protected].

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Pedaling for Putnam


PUTNAM — Anyone walking the streets of downtown Putnam over the past few weeks has probably noticed some interesting new additions to the sidewalks and street corners that have added another creative touch to that area of the town.

Recently, a new initiative has come to fruition called “Pedaling for Putnam,” where businesses and investors pur-chase bikes that are decorated and con-verted to planters before being placed outside the various shops and landmarks downtown. The concept was the brain-child of Dave and Christina Anderson, the owners of Victoria Station, which also happens to be the home of the first bike in the series, a pink bicycle that has

long been a popular landmark outside of the shop.

Dave Anderson gives his wife most of the credit for coming up with the idea, and said reaching out to other busi-nesses to embrace their bike-decorating initiative was their way of helping add to the image of Putnam’s downtown.

“We were just looking for ideas to beautify downtown Putnam and add more flowers to make it more walkable and look nice,” said Anderson. “My wife put our bike out, I think, four years ago, but we’ve always talked about a bigger

initiative with more bikes as a beautifi-cation project.”

Since Pedaling for Putnam was announced, Anderson said 17 bikes have been placed throughout the downtown area and that around 30 businesses have shown interest in investing in the proj-ect, which raises money that will be put back into the improvement and con-tinued beatification of the downtown Putnam.

“The businesses sponsor the bikes and it’s $50 and we give them a bike that’s all done up. They maintain it,” he said.

“They have to water the flowers and all that. They can buy a bike from us and do it themselves too. It’s one of those things where we thought it would make the town look nice but we didn’t expect the interest that would be generated from it.”

According to Putnam Economic and Community Development Director Delpha Very, the initiative has quickly become the newest craze in town. She explained that both citizens and busi-ness owners were quick to embrace the concept and jump on board.

“People have really taken it to heart and its decorated Putnam nicely,” Very said. “It adds to the arts and cultural theme that we have going on here — It’s taken on a life of it’s own and it’s great visual quality for downtown.”

Anderson said seeing the project become what it has over such a short amount of time is not only inspiring to him and his wife as the originators of the idea, but it also speaks to the unity of those who live and make their living in downtown.

“We’ve found over the years that as you put it out there and talk to busi-nesses they’re more than willing to get involved,” he said. “You just have to get them inspired to do it. This is what happens when the town comes togeth-er. Everyone in Putnam works together well, and this is the proof.”


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The pink bike outside of Victoria Station that started it all. While the bike has been around for several years, it is considered the first in the Pedaling for Putnam series of decorative bikes being placed throughout Downtown Putnam.

Just a few of the many decorative bikes that have been popping up in Downtown Putnam as part of the Pedaling for Putnam initiative.

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FLAG celebrates America in Brooklyn

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BROOKLYN — Not letting Hurricane Arthur dampen it’s spirit, on Saturday, July 5, the Brooklyn-based troop sup-port organization Freedom Loving American Guardians (FLAG) set up a

special flag display in celebration of America’s 238th birthday, during which a selection of patriotic music greeted passing motorists. The display could be seen adjacent to Route 6 in Brooklyn across from the Job Lot plaza.

This marks the seventh season FLAG Chairman Rich Hall has been setting up the display he calls “Freedom Fridays” to show support and respect for our troops and to help generate a sense of patriotism among the community. The display can also be seen on other special occasions that mark important happen-ings in the history of our country and our military.

FLAG would like to thank the more than a dozen motorists who took the time to stop by to express their appreci-

ation for what we do and to help us cel-ebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of our great country. God Bless America!

Pictured are the display and special visitors: Hall’s daughter, Amber, and her family, Jim, Ivy and James (two of his five grandchildren).

Local middle school ‘Scholar Leaders’ honored

Middle school students from Chaplin, North Grosvenordale, Plainfield, Pomfret Center, Willimantic, and Woodstock were recognized as the state’s top Scholar Leaders at the 2014 Connecticut Association of Schools (CAS) Scholar Leader Banquet sponsored by the Connecticut and Western Massachusetts McDonald’s Owner/Operator Association.

As part of its long-standing commitment to sup-porting educational programs, McDonald’s owner/operators joined CAS to honor the following local students as the best of the best in the state at the banquet:

• Brianna Herman and Clay Tamburri, Parish Hill Middle Senior High School, Chaplin

• Katey Kwasniewski and Kobe Akana, Thompson Middle School, North Grosvenordale

• Hannah St. Onge and Duncan Rivers, Plainfield Central Middle School, Plainfield

• Emma Sarantopoulos and Vincent Nuccio, Pomfret Community School, Pomfret Center

• Heather Smith and Allen Sfakios, Windham Middle School, Willimantic

• Ciri Miller and Brendan Chapuis, Woodstock Middle School, Woodstock

“McDonald’s is proud to partner with CAS to congratulate and honor Connecticut’s top middle school students. We are pleased to recognize these scholar-leaders for their outstanding achievements inside the classroom and within their local com-munities,” said Rachel Deane, a local McDonald’s owner/operator and president of the Connecticut and Western Massachusetts McDonald’s Owner/Operator Association.

The Connecticut Scholar Leader Awards is the largest program of its type in the state. The award is presented to one male and one female student in each middle school whose record of academic achievement and service have been truly exem-plary, whose personal standards and accomplish-ments are a model for others and who possess high levels of integrity, self discipline, honesty and courage.

DKH earns high quality rating PUTNAM — A preliminary report issued by

the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services indicates that Day Kimball Hospital, part of the Day Kimball Healthcare (DKH) integrated system, has earned a “two” rating in the Hospital Acquired Condition (HAC) Reduction Program, which is the second best score

among 30 Connecticut hospitals.New Milford Hospital earned a score of one. According to Kaiser Health News, Medicare

calculated preliminary HAC scores from one to 10, “…with the higher number indicating that the hospital had a greater rate of patient harm.” Hospitals with scores of seven or more are in jeop-ardy of being penalized with lower Medicare reim-bursements as part of the “pay for performance” standards initiated in the 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

“We’re very encouraged by this evaluation, which is the result of a system-wide effort at Day Kimball that is focused on the delivery of high quality health care on a 24/7 basis,” said John Graham, MD, DKH vice president for medical affairs and quality/chief medical officer. “This HAC score validates that our hard work is result-ing in positive results for our patients, but it also underscores that we can’t let up and that there is always room for improvement.”

Graham explained that these are “preliminary scores” based upon an analysis for the 12-month period July 2012 through June 2013. Final scores will be based upon the two-year period from the beginning of 2012 through the end of 2013, which means that the scores could change.

The three measures that Medicare is using to calculate the HAC scores are:

• Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections

• Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections

• Serious Infections (of which there are eight types)

“For the past 120 years, patient care has been the number one priority for Day Kimball,” said Graham. “In the ‘new’ health care envi-ronment, delivering positive outcomes now comes with a financial reward that will enable our organization to continue to operate as a strong and vibrant member of the Northeast Connecticut community.”


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More of the cutest pets in the Quiet CornerKeep sending in those cute pet photos — we love

to see those smiling (and furry) faces! Send photos of your cutest pets to us via e-mail to editor Adam Minor at [email protected], and we’ll

print the best ones we receive when we can! Along with your photo, please send us the name of your pet, the owner’s name(s), and the town you live in. Owners are allowed to be in the photo, so be sure to

smile if you in the picture! Feel free to be creative, and most of all, have fun!There are only a few fea-tured pets this week, but keep checking the Villager for more in the weeks to come!

Boo is relaxing in the hammock before the picnic starts at the Werstler home in Woodstock!

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Meet Brooklyn, pictured on the toilet and Yasmine and Vinnie, all owned by Sharon Kozlow, of Brooklyn.

Flier’s antics on his climbing tree delight Wesley, grandson of Mickey and Bonnie Morgan, of Woodstock.

Moby wants to show all his friends in town his Fourth of July picture — he has his red, white, and blue tie on to celebrate! Moby is owned by Nicolette Davis, of Danielson.

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a way34. Clear, as a disk36. Boxer’s stat39. “___ Maria”40. Cantankerous41. American symbol42. Caddie’s bagful44. Athletic supporter?45. Dust catcher (2

wds)49. Go after, in a way50. “___ any drop to

drink”: Coleridge51. Inequality58. Band member59. A Judd60. Amorphous mass62. “Beowulf,” e.g.63. British ___64. Breezy65. Home, informally66. Agreeing (with)67. “The ___ Ranger”

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Quinebaug Valley Community College

PUTNAM — A reception for the first QVCC Alumni Art Exhibit will be held on Friday, July 11, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Silver Circle Art Gallery, 75 Main St., Putnam.

The event is free and open to the pub-lic.

The show is collaboration between Quinebaug Valley Community College, The QVCC Foundation and Alumni Association and Silver Circle Art Gallery, owned by alumna Carly Martin’06. This exhibit includes a collection of paintings, drawings, sculpture, mixed media, pho-tography and encaustic, by alumni stu-dents including: Catherine Bazinet ‘10, Stephanie Beausoleil ‘08, Anne Causey ‘76, John Dalterio ‘13, Abigail DeRosa ‘12, Carol Dunn ‘02, Kristin Gray ‘06, Donna O’Scolaigh Lange ‘02, Carly Martin ‘06, Rena Masson ‘08, Nicholas McKnight ‘08, Muriel Miller ‘74, Audrey Shaw Mucci ‘03, Kevin Nicholson ‘89, Hailey Quercia

‘14, Maggie Starr ‘10, and Jessica Dudek-Viens ‘06.

Annie Joly, QVCC Associate Professor of Fine Arts/ Coordinator Fine Arts stat-ed, “We are proud of the exceptional work our former students have produced over the years. The range and quality of the work is impressive. It is great to see how our former students have grown.”

Joly continued, “Carly has been extraordinary at supporting the college and giving students an opportunity to exhibit their work.”

The show will run through July 20. Silver Circle Gallery and Art Center in downtown Putnam was established in 2008 as a venue to represent local and regional visual artists and to enhance the abundant creative network in NECT. Learn more http://www.silvercirclegal-lery.com/.

For additional information, con-tact Cherie Poirier, Associate Director of Development & Alumni Director, Quinebaug Valley Community College & Foundation, 742 Upper Maple Street, Danielson, CT 06239, 860-932-4138 or

[email protected].

Becker CollegeWORCESTER, Mass. — The following

students were named to the Dean’s List at Becker College for the Spring 2014 semester.

Jessica Morrissette, of DayvilleBrianna Schnaittacher, of Woodstock

ValleyAlyssa Bond, of ThompsonJennifer Boucher, of North

GrosvenordaleEmilyann Rudzinski, of North

GrosvenordaleAmber Young, of North GrosvenordaleJacob Harder, of Woodstock

Curry CollegeMILTON — Curry College is proud

to announce that the following students have been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2014 semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must earn a 3.30 GPA, have no incompletes, and have no grade lower than a “C” for the semester. Full-time students must carry 12 or more graded credits for the semester.

Elana Aiello, of ThompsonStefanie Faucher, of North

GrosvenordaleRachel Kopacz, of North GrosvenordaleMarissa Tennant, of Thompson

Boston UniversityBOSTON, Mass. — Boston University

has named Michela Veillette of Dayville, to the dean’s list for academic excellence for the 2014 spring semester. Veillette is studying Finance and Accounting in the School of Management.

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

NORTH DARTMOUTH, Mass. — Samantha Smith of Brooklyn, has been named to the Chancellor’s List in recog-nition of earning a Spring 2014 semester grade point average of 3.8 or higher of a possible 4.0.

Goodwin CollegeEAST HARTFORD — Goodwin College

announces that 864 students achieved Dean’s List status for the Spring 2014 session.

Melinda Malboeuf, of DanielsonAndrew Bove, of PomfretChristian Toth, of WoodstockLawrence Ducat, of BrooklynElizabeth Harriman, of BrooklynKristine Medina, of Brooklyn

Keene State CollegeKEENE, N.H. — Keene State College

congratulates Blake Staniszewski of Danielson on earning an Enrichment Scholarship.

This scholarship recognizes first-year students who display high academic per-formance. Merit awards are determined from a review of the students’ applica-tion for admission to Keene State.

Plymouth State UniversityPLYMOUTH, N.H. — Mariah

Rasmussen, of Pomfret Center, has been named to the Plymouth State University President’s List for the spring 2014 semester.

University of Rhode IslandKINGSTON, R.I. — At the University

of Rhode Island’s 128th Commencement on Saturday and Sunday, May 17-18, about 3,000 undergraduate and 680 grad-uate students became the University’s newest alumni.

The following local students graduated from the University of Rhode Island:

Kelsey Quinn, of Danielson, received a Bachelor of Arts, Journalism Summa Cum Laude

Aaron Stark, of Woodstock, received a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Art Magna Cum Laude

Merrimack CollegeNORTH ANDOVER, Mass. — Students

have been named to the spring 2014 Dean’s List at Merrimack College. To achieve this status, students must earn a 3.25 GPA or higher.

Danielle Dion, of North Grosvenordale, a senior majoring in Human develop-ment

Ashley Hammond, of Woodstock, a senior majoring in Civil Engineering

Emmanuel College

BOSTON — Emily Emilio, of Pomfret Center, has been named to the Dean’s List at Emmanuel College, for the spring 2014 semester.

H. H. Ellis TEcHnical HigH scHoolFourTH QuarTEr Honor roll

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DANIELSON — The follow-ing students have been named to the honor roll at Ellis Tech for the fourth quarter of the school year.

HIGH HONORS

Grade 12: Jeramiah P. Barclay, Shawn T. Battey, Justin M. Beausoleil, Gennifer R. Berthiaume, Andrew M. Birch, Taylor M. Blanchard-Saucier, Dylan J. Bouchard, Amandalyn Ann Brunelle, Amber-Lynne Ann Brunelle, Ryan E. Carignan, Connor K. Corey, Jacques E. Demarais, Owen A. Dube, Steven R. Duhamel, Matthew T. Emond, Arthur B. Fawell, Ronnie J. Fierro, Anthony Nicholas Freligh, Cody A. Gaboury, Dale Thomas Greb, Hayden C. Hamilton, Jacob Daniel Lopriore, Nathan J. Mansfield, Kyle S. Mineau, Brooke Nowlan, Kreg William O‘Hara, Jared P. Ouellet, Aliana Paetzell, Colin E. Pailthorpe, Nicholas S. Plaza, Skyler P. Randolph, Leah L. Savoie, Zachary M. Sherman, Andrew J. Tatro, Austin J. Weagle, Brian A. Williams.

Grade 11: Joseph F. Adamick, Noah J. Adamuska, Spencer R. Anderson, Felicia L. Baker, Colton D. Bliss, Andre R. Bouchard, William J. Bradley, Dylan J. Brown, Mason A. Carignan, Dakota R. Cook, Cody R. Corey, Zachary R. Costa-Mello, Sabrina G. Cusson, Jacob W. L. Desilets, Jillian M. Earehart, Alicia M. Farquharson, Nicholas D Firlik, Ryan M. Fletcher, Benjamin J. Henault, Jacob D. Houghton, Tyler A. Kyllonen, Ariel R.

LaFleur, Toby T. Lavigne, Makyle J. Leavens, Alexander J. Levesque, Dillon E. Lapriore, Kasey L. Marrier, Sheriden G. Murphy, Jacob M. Piscia, Kaylyn Jenna Pusczynski, Chicago M. Rogers, Marymar Romero Hernandez, Michael A. Serrano, Michael J. Southwell, Nicholas R. Southwell, Joslyn N. Tellier, Dylan G. Tondreau, Jacquelin M. Torres, Tyler G. Tremblay, Victoria A. Trudeau-Mungham, Julian M. Van Niekerek.

Grade 10: Jacob Robert Andersen, Hannah M. Basinet, Aulden P. Beckett, Jonah E. Benoit, Brooke Bliss, Zachary T. Brennan, Benjamin H. Brouillard, Matthew Y. Carpentier, Benjamin N. Cobb, Kaya A. Cooper, Marcus A. Dion, Ali Douthwright, Justin G. Dufault, Jeanie Y. Ericson, Briana S. Gilbert, Zakary A. Harakaly, Justin A. Loiselle, Reid M. Mailloux, Aidan M. Morin, Daycy M. Nammachack, Nicholas John Neborsky, Charles E. Noren, Patrick S O’Connor, Michael J. Pimental, Rebecca H. Plasse, Avery James Robinson, Ryan S. Skeean, Monet D. Smith, Alexander W. Sokolowski, Noah S. Studer, Rhiannon R. Sulik, Benjamin O. Surowaniec, Christopher B. Viens, Taylor M. Wentz, Nicholas A. Williams, Nathan A. Yakis

Grade 9: Schaleemar Alicea-Leandry, Joshua Cole Allen, Demetri Paul Arsenault, Harrison James Basley, David Ronald Blain, Ryder Joseph Boisselle, Skye Elizabeth Challinor, Holly Nicole DeRouin, Anthony

John Devanny, Michael James Devanny, Hayley Rose Evans, Shannon Michelle Gendreau, Nathan Charles Gould, Ryan Thomas Hart, Glenn L. Mayo, Kyle Michael Morris, Spiro Dimitrios Thomas Moumouris, Jonathon Robert Neumann, Ethan Riley Schmeelk, Mia D. Smith, Amber Lynn Thompson , Alyssa Gabrielle Wetnika

HONORS

Grade 12: Jarred S. Allen, Miranda J. Baublitz, Samuel R. Blanchette, Jacob D. Broga, Mason D. Brunet, Ryan H. Churchill, Jeremiah G. Csubak, Brent Anthony Curtis, Leroy L. Garcia, Adam N. Godfrey, Randall E. Henries, Jannice Irizarry, Brandon S. Mayo, Ryan M. Mecouch, Kyle J. Moquin, Augustus L. Newland, Dakoda J. Phelps, Vincent A. Pierce, Connor M. Pion, Ryan H. Prescott, Tyler D. Rawinski Brandon A. Riendeau, John D. Sanderson, Megan D. Santos, Nathan J. Schneider, Dylan M. Schroth, Matthew D. Snay, Felicia M. Trudeau, Alexis J. Trujillo, Kimberly A. Wilcox, Kristie L. Wlaszkiewicz, Caleb J. Zipoli.

Grade 11: Jeremy J. Alexander, Evin L. Beckett, Veronica J. Bianchi, Alec M. Binienda, Brianna L. Birt, Alexzandra L. Borders, Kyle R. Brakenwagen, Alec M. Bryant, Deja Marie Burgess, Jeffrey D. Carr, Hunter A. Collins, Brandon A. Comtois, Andrew Aaron Corbine, Erique M. Cote, Dylan P. Demers, Johnathon K. Deneault, Noah D. Deojay, Samantha J. Doucette, Jared

D. Durand, Joseph R. Espeleta, Brandon C. Fitzpatrick, Jervan Fontaine, Lucas M. Fortin, Tyler L. Frink, Christina Lynn Gluck, Richard R. Hart, Christopher M. Heaney, Kristopher Aaron Heibel, Alyssa M. Heuer, Roberto Irizarry, Luke P. Lopriore, Ty M. Marks, Alex T. Marois, Michael T. McCarthy, Dylan E. Mercier, Keenan C. Miller, Aaron K. Murphy, Michael Nowlan, Elizabeth C. Patton, Dale Gordan Prospert, Collin A. Renaud, Samantha T. Roberts, Cameron T. Robinson, Luis J. Rosario Santos, Bradley P. Savoie, Cyrus X. Smith, Nathan B. Tetrault, Andrew J. Tingley, Bryan D. Wahlstrom, Joseph J. Zadziejko.

Grade 10: Connor Matthew Adams, Kevin Robert Alexander, Nicholas M. Aubin, Kaylani Mirissa-Ann Baker, Breanna L. Barre, Steven E. Berard, Nicholas A. Bernier, Jacob M. Bulmer, Lynsey K. Bushey, Andrew M. Carpentier, Matthew G. Coolbaug, Kyle J. Crossman, Jared R. Darveau, Devan Michael Dean, Anthony J. DelRosso, Samuel R. DelRusso, Daron M. Diamond, Tristan M. Ducharme, Danielle R. Gamache, Patrick S. Garrett, Riley D. Gendron, Kevin Frank Gibbons, Cameron J. Glaude, Charles I. Innes, Zachary D. Jones, Kyle S. Kamm, Jeremy J. Kolodziejski, Evan M. Lancaster, Saige William Louis, Kenneth R. Lumbra, Marshall Gregory Alexander, Nicholas R. Olson, Virginia L. Pero, Dannielle A. Savage, John A. Smith, Dylan C. Tripp, Cody A. Wallace, Michael G. Warner, Samantha R. Watson, Tyler R.

Weaver, Kevin M. WeismoreGrade 9: Deidra Alice Askitis,

Ryan Michael Barthelet, Sean James Bennett, Elizabeth Marie Birt, Dominic Aaron Bisson, Danielle Cinthia L. Bousquet, John William Chiavarini, Joseph Anthony-Edward Choiniere, Kayli-Ann Taylor Clark, Darius Nathaniel-Charles Deveny, Kevin Ross Dimock, Parker Ryan Doss, Preston Riley Doss, Ryan Joseph Dowdell, Nicholas Paul Dubois, Heidi Lynn Ducat, Julie Renee Fisk, Marissa Ann Grimaldi, Adreanna Eliese Hannan, Anthony Everett Higgins, Jordan Anthony Hill, Jasmyn N. Holman, Casey Erin Houston, Angelique Marie Hubert, Anthony Michael Jean, Amber Ashley Kuuttila, Caleb Weston LaMontagne, Rebecca Marie Marshall, Caitlin Leondra Martelle, Noah Ryan McNichol, Keegan Ralph McOsker, Sydney Rose McRoy, Lance William Metzger, Jordan Edward Mileski, Dalton Maurice Mongeau, Gavin Marc Ormerod, Cory Adam Ouillette, Krystal Marie Parmentier, Kylie Renee Paul, Kyle Patrick Percy, Sara Jeannine Perreault, Michael Andrew Postemsky, Brooke Alexandra Pringle, Brett Michael Ravenelle, Hunter C. Raymond, Zachary James Reid, Sabryna Leigh Renaud, Claire May Rhines, Theodore Thomas Rizer, Americo Morin Rocha, Nicholas John Rusack, James Donald Sabourin, Justin Louis Soucy, Gabriel Giovanni St. Jean, Sarah Lynn Tellier, Alec Blake Terranova, Sarena Marie Tetreault, Brendan Michael Trajanowski, Adam James Vear


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Send all items to Editor Adam Minor at [email protected].

Summer is a time for being active and feeling your best.

Residents of New England are known for taking advan-tage of the abundance of warm days and spend the season enjoying outdoor activities. However, summer is not so fun when dealing with an illness or an injury. No one wants to spend this sunny season feel-ing sick or hurt, so here are some local resources to help get you back on your feet and enjoying the summer heat!

It’s hard to believe that only a few short months ago, we were bundled up against the cold of the long winter. With the late start to the spring sea-son, Northeast Connecticut was hit hard with allergy season. Plants and trees spread a green sheen of pollen over the land and residents battled the relentless symptoms of spring allergies. If you find yourself continuing to struggle with the itchy eyes, stuffy nose, and sneezing associated with allergies, there is help out there! Dr. Christopher Charon is an Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist at the Riverview Medical Center in Putnam. Offering a wide range of testing and treatments for allergies, Dr. Charon also specializes in the treatment of Sinusitis, providing relief from the pain and pres-sure of sinus problems. See his ad in this week’s Villagers and call 860-218-9399 to make your appointment today!

Just as allergies can make it difficult to breath, the humidity of summer in Connecticut can be dangerous for asth-ma sufferers. Northeast Asthma and Allergy Associates, located in the Day Kimball Hospital Professional Building in Putnam, are the only practice in the area that prescribes and adminis-ters Xolair – an effective treatment for moderate to severe asthma. Offering testing and treatments for patients 14 or older, Northeastern Asthma & Allergy Associates also specializes in allergy immunotherapy and sleep apnea. Call 860-928-5864 to schedule an appointment and see their ad in Villager Newspapers every week!

Athletes are no strangers to pain. Whether participating in a solo sport or a team activity, being an athlete means pushing one’s body to the limit and injury can often be a part of the process. Westview Health Care Center is one of Northeast Connecticut’s top health cen-ters, with skilled healthcare profession-als and the latest technology in rehabil-itative care. In the fall of 2014, Westview will see an expansion of their Sports Medicine gym, benefiting athletes of all ages and skill levels and treating a range of conditions, including: acute sports injuries, strains, sprains, muscle, tendon and ligament tears & repairs, tendonitis, hand injuries, shoulder dis-location and surgery, and foot and ankle dysfunction. Get back in the game! Call today to schedule a consultation with one of Westview’s sports performance experts and see their ad in this week’s papers!

Injuries and illness can hit us when we least expect it. It is the suddenly sick child, or the accident on the job or at home. Day Kimball Healthcare is responding to the need for urgent care in Northeast Connecticut and has made changes to accommodate those unex-pected ailments that need attention. Now offering same-day sick visits at primary care offices, and new Walk-In Center hours of 4 pm to 8 pm on weekdays and

9 am to 5 pm on weekends, Day Kimball Healthcare hopes to better fit patients’ sched-ules throughout the week. To see other ways Day Kimball Healthcare is striving to care for the residents of Northeast Connecticut, see the front page of all four Villagers every week through the month of July!

Located at 10 Thurber Road in Putnam, Matulaitis Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Facility has been provid-ing renowned quality care for almost 50 years. From short-term rehabilitative care for those recovering from surgery or illness, to long term, respite, and hospice care, Matulaitis

offers services designed to meet each patient’s personal care needs. Patients can also reserve state-of-the-art suites with HDTV, Wifi, and a private bath with shower. With a focus on quali-ty, excellence and caring, Matulaitis is a great choice for those looking for a peaceful environment for loved ones in

need of care. For more information, see Matulaitis this week in all four papers.

In an ideal world, we would all be at peak health during the summer months. Luckily, if you find yourself feeling unwell, there are resources to get you on the mend quickly. For those readers who are not feeling your best, I wish you well and hope good health will smile upon you soon!

Sarah Mortensen is the advertis-ing executive for Villager Newspapers. Give her a call at (860) 928-1818, ext. 119, or by email at [email protected] to see how we can help you get the word out about your business in the Quiet Corner and beyond!


CONTEST ENTRY FORM Friday, July 11, 2014Deadline: Tuesday, July 15, 2014

My guess is: ______________________________

WHAT IS IT?

Last week’s What Is It? ??? The “Four People” sculpture along the Quinebaug River Trail in Putnam.

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Graduation green time“Take action. Every story

you’ve ever connected with, every leader you’ve ever admired, every puny little thing that you’ve ever accomplished is the result of tak-ing action.” - Bradley Whitford (Film and television actor, NBC’s “West Wing,” commence-ment speech at University of Wisconsin, 2004)

We’ve all recently been to grad-uations and graduation parties — heralding the end of another school year.

Neighbors, family members, and/or friends have marched across the stage, shaking hands and smiling brightly. We’ve clapped and sang, and eaten plenty of hors d’oeuvres, and, obviously, cake. It’s a bittersweet time — saying goodbye to what we know, love, and are ready to leave, and welcoming the new, exciting, and uncertain future. It’s the definition of different stages.

I suppose it’s also a time to make a statement or inspire change. How many other times do you have people of all ages — family and friends — in such a large venue? You have a captive audience. And, so, some large institutions are really catching on, choosing to educate as they celebrate academic excellence and accomplishment. Perhaps, they are making the point to say, we’re going to “walk the talk.”

Graduation season at Columbia University in New York, N.Y., this spring boasted lots of “green.” Half of all of the commencement gowns were made from water bottles! Each recycled-material robe consist-ed of 46 plastic bottles. In other words, 4,600 plastic bottles are reused when just 100 students wear these recycled-gowns. The other 50 percent of the gowns worn at Columbia’s 2014 gradua-tions were stock that the univer-sity already owned. The “regu-

lar” gowns are now a thing of the past. Next year, all gowns will be made from used water bot-tles! Imagine if every graduation across the country utilized these “reusable” gowns? This would be a significant amount of material diverted from the waste stream.

Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Mass., is well-known for its sustainable cam-pus initiatives. Taking infor-mation gathered from various entities around the campus, including the recycling services department, the dining services department, and the sustainabil-ity initiatives communication department, I know this year’s (2014) May graduation celebra-tions were eco-friendly. The statistics are as follows: 1,500 pounds of sustainable salmon served, 109 containers for com-post, recycling, and trash placed in the small(er) Harvard “yard,” almost all of the “sprucing up” or grounds-keeping of the cam-pus done organically – with zero toxic herbicides and pesticide. Six graduation events were zero-waste – which means the cel-ebration did not produce any trash. Further, 230 truck loads full of material recovered from the mass move-out of students, including furniture, books, cloth-ing, and dorm furnishings were refurbished and donated to char-ities, like Harvard’s Habitat for Humanity chapter.

Yale University, in New Haven, also celebrated in green-style this season. Guests were offered water in compostable

cups from “fountains,” or spig-ots. Participants were encour-aged to choose not to drink water from single-use plastic water bottles. Hospitality stations had recycling bins. Yale’s School of Forestry and Environmental Studies held a zero-waste grad-uation luncheon. The caterer, Eli’s on Whitney, used a “combi-nation of reusable, compostable, and recyclable materials: guest plates, utensils, and cups were compostable; serving ware was reusable; and drink cans and bot-tles were recyclable. Sugar and creamer for coffee were in bowls and pitchers rather than individ-ual packets.” (Yale University)

Well, it seems that the chal-lenge/bar has been set for those graduating next spring. If you are graduating or your family member is, start thinking now about how you can make your commencement more plan-et-friendly. Take it a step farther, if you are hosting a post-com-mencement party, and incor-porate “green” into your event. Here are some ideas: Utilize a reusable table cloth; select utensils that are recyclable or biodegradable; prepare local, in-season food from community farmers’ markets, farms, or from your own garden; choose not to provide individually wrapped drinks with lots of extra packag-ing; designate a clearly marked container for recycling and com-post; and save some energy by cooking corn on the cob, pota-toes, and other vegetables right on the grill. Here’s to all of the graduates now and in the future! Congrats, Class of 2014!

Liz Ellsworth grew up in Eastford, and holds a mas-ter’s degree in Environmental Education from Antioch University New England and a B.A. in English from Bates College. She specializes in conser-vation and recycling initiatives.

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PUTNAM — Putnam Bank sponsored a Habitat Team Build Day in Putnam on Saturday, June 14. The Putnam Bank Blue Team members joined the future Habitat homeowner and Habitat volunteers to begin renova-tions to the home. The team spent the day prepping the

house for future renovations. Team Build Days are a great opportunity for a business or civic organization to promote goodwill, teamwork, public relations and morale. Businesses and organizations may choose to sponsor the construction of an entire home, or a particular day. Without community support Habitat for Humanity of Eastern CT would be unable to succeed in their mission to build affordable housing for families in need. If you have questions about volunteering or want to learn more about Team Build Partnerships, please contact Amanda Shanks at 860-442-7890, ext. 201, or [email protected]. Pictured, front row, Jessica Reed, Leona, Lorielle, Linsey and Daron. Second row, Ryan Plummer, Carrie Szymanski, Tonya Brock and Sandra Lisee. Back row, Lynn Bourque, Joyce McOsker and Katie Kovacik.

I haven’t seen her since we graduated high school a decade ago, but I can tell you what the girl who sat behind me in my freshman English class had for dinner last night.

I just laid eyes on my col-lege roommate’s sister’s ex-boyfriend’s adorable new baby, even though he lives in Texas and I only met him once — five years ago.

I’m in on some of the most important — and some of the most mundane — parts of hundreds of people’s lives, even though I’d probably feel awkward giving a lot of them a hug — and in all reality, I might not be able to pick a few of them out of a crowd. But that’s what social media has done — it’s “connected” us to people we would otherwise have no link to. Without something like Facebook, I’d have no idea what these people were up to, and I’m beginning to wonder if I’d be better off that way.

Don’t get me wrong, I know that living in a time where everything is “shared” can be a really a neat thing. With just the click of a button of the swipe of my cell phone I can check in on my favorite aunt and uncle in California, see my niece boarding the bus on her first day of school, or wish my childhood best friend a happy birthday.

But other times, that social connectedness is not so neat.

It’s no surprise that those photos a friend posts of her tropical vacation can evoke a twinge of envy, but it’s a little more than that. Sometimes I find that scan-ning across other people’s happiness or skimming through someone else’s suc-cesses can make me feel a little less connected to my own life.

This is especially true as my way-too-close-to-30th birthday arrives. Milestones I expected to pass at this point in my life, successes I expected to have already grasped, haven’t happened yet — and they still seem pretty far off. I thought I would really be a grown up by now — people my age have husbands and babies and savings accounts. The most adult thing about my life is that my new apart-ment has a washer and a dryer.

As I reflect on all these unmet expectations, I ask myself how I ever got old enough to be this age? There’s no way I’m this old! Of course, it doesn’t help when I see that girl from high school or that guy from college being exactly in their life where I thought I would be in mine, meeting all those expectations I’ve had for myself at this age. What’s worse is that I’m actually pretty content with where I’m at, until I see where everyone else is, and then I “should” all over myself. Comparison can be a valu-able tool of motivation and growth, but it seems it can also rob us of peace with who we are and what we have.

So my birthday present to me this year, is to let go of all those great expectations and to try my very best to be in this place, my place, wherever it may be.

Amanda Collins may be reached at (508) 909-4132 or by email at [email protected].

OPINIONEDITORIAL

Opinion and commentary from the Quiet Corner

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

To the Editor:A recent conversation about private busi-

ness property renovations funded with tax-payer money caught my attention.

A shocking realization is that our town leaders seem consumed with an eternal hunt for “free” grant money while completely dis-missing the business sector’s capacity for investment and building. It’s almost as if there never was such a thing as American entrepreneurship, or that we are no longer creative enough to apply free market practic-es to our daily lives, or that there is no residu-al effect from borrowing money to offer up for unproven and uncertain endeavors.

The commonly held argument of “if we don’t get that money for our area, someone else will get it” has become prolific and will be destructive. That view must be made part of the painful conversation occurring this summer and fall during the campaign season. When a snowball rolls downhill, it quickly becomes too heavy for any person to lift; so it is with government spending. When any amount of money is borrowed by one state, one town, one project and then that practice is repeated across the region, the weight eventually becomes too heavy for taxpayers to lift. Ironically, the very people using their political prowess to accomplish these feats are well into their lives, not young, and not facing too many future decades to offer up their personal financial security to pay the bill. Instead, they are willing to leave the

snowball for their (and our) grandchildren to lift!

There are solutions. An understanding of economics is not complicated. Using our own personal financial practices is the only tool we need to figure it out. We cannot buy a Cadillac if we cannot pay for it or a McMansion if we cannot afford the mort-gage. Therefore, state and town governments need to be managed by the same rules. Our challenges — holding our leaders to those same rules, educating ourselves on the little details, voting, and helping good candidates get into office — all hard work, all challeng-ing, but doable and much more cost effective than allowing the conversation to go on with no input from those who pay the bills.

The voters of the towns of Putnam, Killingly, Thompson, Brooklyn, Canterbury, Scotland, Windham, and Mansfield have a choice in November. They can choose to sup-port more spending (taxes) for us all, or they can choose a candidate with the municipal leadership experience to understand where our money is best spent and how to apply common sense when making the decisions key to a brighter future.

I encourage people to make the effort to get to know John French who is running for State Senate in District 29.

rita ConradPomfret Center

Common sense for a brighter future

Great expectations

Stuff runneth

overI think I’ve kind of had an inkling of it

before, but if I didn’t know then, I defi-nitely know it now.

I have way too much stuff.My wife and I started the process of

moving last week, and part of that is starting to break everything down and pack it away in boxes, bags, totes and bins. Taking stuff out of my office clos-et last week for example, I could have sworn it was enough stuff to stock an entire house. And I wasn’t even close to done!

Stuff has a way of accumulating in a very sneaky way. A couple weeks ago, I wrote about my youth soccer playing days, and mentioned I had a box full of only my old soccer patches and medals.

Another box was f i l l e d with old V H S t a p e s . V H S t a p e s ! I don’t even own a VHS

player anymore! I felt the same way with a box filled entirely of old cassette tapes. Does anyone even own a Walkman any-more? I just I just flashed back to 1990.

Continuing the ridiculousness, my wife and I packed two full Rubbermaid bins full of children’s books, and that only took care of two shelves of three in our bookcase. Old CDs (with mp3s and streaming services like Pandora and Spotify, I don’t even listen to CDs any-more!) will probably take another box in itself, and don’t even get me started on my clothes. My wife will tell you that I am … shall I say … “oversupplied” with T-shirts. I like to think of it as prepared. Same with my DVD/Blu-Ray collection — I’m not going to lie, it’s kind of out of hand at this point.

Sports equipment somehow got its own box. I guess I own enough baseball gloves, footballs, basketballs and tennis racquets to make myself look like a true athlete, even though I haven’t played any of those sports in who-knows-how-long. No wonder there was a nice layer of dust on that one. That one made me feel truly out of shape!

Sometimes, you’ll come across some-thing that you truly forgot you had. For example, I used to collect shot glasses (not to drink out of, just to look at!). I have a bunch boxed up, but in my packing, I came across a plain-looking white box. Forgetting what was inside, I opened up like a kid on Christmas morning, wondering what kind of trea-sure I had lost in the bowels of my closet. Opening the lid, six shot glasses made of peppermint presented themselves. That’s right — candy shot glasses. I then remembered I had received this gift before my wedding. That was seven years ago.

Does peppermint go bad if it’s still in the plastic?

Going through all these boxes and bins, I am starting to come to the con-clusion that a serious downsizing is in order. I could do without a lot of this stuff that will, inevitably, only end up taking up space at the end of the day, wherever we end up. I could sell some of it, tag sale style, but that requires work and time that I may not have. Then of course, there’s always the handy-dandy transfer station!

Whatever happens, my eyes are once again open to the fact that I probably have more stuff than I need, but some-thing tells me I’m not alone in that boat! It seems to be a recurring theme in America, doesn’t it?

Back to packing!

Adam Minor may be reached at (860) 928-1818, ext. 109, or by e-mail at [email protected].

To the Editor:In the Feb. 7 issue of this newspaper, Ms.

Cathy Thomas of the Democratic Town Committee took the time to accuse me of playing politics with respect to a vacancy on the Thompson Board of Finance.

I have never considered myself a political person, and I don’t intend to start now. I chose not to respond at that time so not to cre-ate a distraction for the board during budget season, our most critical time of the year. I will respond now.

During my career in business, when faced with an opening on my staff, it was impera-tive that I find and select the most qualified individual for that position. In fact, the sur-vival of my business and my livelihood was dependent on this. In my mission to find the most qualified person to fill a vacancy on our

board, Ms. Thomas wasted no time in accus-ing me of playing politics with her letter in the Villager. Her people went onto the local radio station and did more of the same. They even gave out my unlisted telephone number so that I was harassed in my home. And you have the audacity to accuse me of playing politics!

When I was elected to this board nine years ago, I took an oath to serve the board and the citizens of Thompson to the best of my abili-ties. To the people of Thompson, rest assured that I will not let any personal or political agendas stop me from fulfilling this oath.

raymond fauCher Jr.Chairman, thomPson board of

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Faucher: No personal or political agendas to speak of

Grandelski: Truppa ‘the best candidate’ for Probate JudgeTo the Editor:As a social worker who lives and is employed

in Killingly, I can attest to the important role the Judge of Probate has working with our children and families, and I believe Andrea Truppa is the best candidate to be our next Judge of Probate in the 27th Court District (Canterbury, Killingly, Plainfield, Sterling).

Andrea is committed to children’s issues and she has spoken with representatives of the Plainfield Family Resource Center, The Director of the Children’s Advocacy Center and Wendy’s Place. She has also attended meetings of the Northeast Early Childhood Council and the Killingly Community Education Council. Andrea also supported the Quiet Corner Bike Project, which gives bikes to at risk children and Plainfield’s Wonderland at Lion’s Park project which creates playgrounds for special needs chil-dren. Andrea will work hard to protect and promote the best interests of children and

families.Andrea knows the Quiet Corner very well.

She lives, works, and volunteers here. The Killingly Business Association, The Killingly Conservation Commission, the Last Green Valley and Sterling’s Ekonk Grange are some of the civic organization she is active in. She has also served the community practicing in the probate court. Andrea’s service makes her the natural choice for Judge of Probate. Furthermore, she was the endorsed candi-date at the 2014 Democratic Judge of Probate Convention. Andrea has the personal quali-ties to be a great Judge of Probate as well. She is intelligent, caring, down to earth, and has a great sense of humor.

Please vote on Aug. 12 and cast your vote for Andrea Truppa!

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

To the Editor:This past year, a scholarly review

has found much evidence in support of incorrect punctuation in the “official” Declaration of Independence on dis-play in the National Archives.

Indeed, there seems to be much evi-dence with corroborating facts, that Thomas Jefferson used a comma rath-er than a period in the phrases: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. — That to secure these rights, Governments are insti-tuted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the gov-erned …”

It does seem likely that the “official period after “happiness”, is in fact a comma — and the reason it is claimed to be important, is that it allegedly changes a fundamental meaning of the Declaration.

The connection made by a comma is allegedly “showing,” accord-ing to Danielle Allen, a professor at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, N.J., that “the logic of the sentence moves from the value of indi-vidual rights to the importance of gov-ernment as a tool for protecting those rights,” Allen said. “You lose that con-nection when the period gets added.”

As it stands, she claims, the list of self-evident truths ends with the right to “life, liberty and the pursuit of hap-piness,” but that Thomas Jefferson intended that what comes next as just as important; the essential role of gov-ernments — “instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed” — in securing those rights.

Of course, Allen is correct in assert-ing the founders understood the fun-damental importance of government, and that individual rights protection and a government were inseparable. The founders understood history and reality — there exist no individual rights in a state of nature and the primary role of a proper, moral, gov-ernment is to secure individual rights. The placement of a period or comma here makes no difference, even with a

cursory understanding of the thinking and principles held by the truly, great-est American generation.

The founders were no more anar-chists than they were democrats. Democracy, they understood, was the ruin of many city-states in ancient Greece, and unfettered rule of men, not laws, was the ruin of ancient Rome. They understood that a moral, practi-cal, government had limits and a sim-ple purpose as a protector, not a viola-tor of individual rights.

Indeed, the hype over the punctua-tion in the Declaration is frivolous if one understands what motivated those 56 men in Philadelphia to pledge their “lives, fortunes, and sacred honor.” They put all on the line for neither a despotism of the mob (democracy), nor an unfettered, arbitrary, open ended rule of men (oligarchy or monarchy).Instead, they grounded a proper, just government on the radical, enlighten-ment, principle of individual rights.

Unfortunately, Allen and some on the left are jumping on the comma to claim that the founders were for democracy, egalitarianism, collectiv-ism and the morality of sacrifice. It is a shameful, purely political grasp at a punctuation incongruity that flies in the face of volumes of correspondence and writings of the founding genera-tion.

The current left is more infatuated with authoritarian, arbitrary rule than it ever has been, and the libertarian, leaning right have been attempting to propagate the belief that government is simply a negative for freedom. Ms. Allen furthers the false dichotomy of sacrificing rights to a subjective rule to preserve an alleged “freedom” or somehow keeping rights without a gov-ernment to preserve them as the only political choices available.

The truth is, that the founding fathers believed in, and bequeathed to us, a proper ideal and blueprint for a delineated, limited, non-contradictory government — one that centered solely on the individual’s unalienable rights. Period.

Gary MenardWoodstock

A Declaration misunderstood?To the Editor:We have a very important primary

for Probate Court judge coming up on Aug. 12.

As a member of the Sterling Democratic Town Committee, I would like to tell you a little bit about the Democratic endorsed candidate, Andrea Truppa.

Andrea has been practicing law for more than 17 years. She has devot-ed countless hours to Probate Court cases, advocating for elderly individu-als, developmentally disabled persons, and at-risk children. Throughout her legal career, she has been a zealous advocate for those in need. Andrea is also an active volunteer in several local organizations, including the Windham County Bar Association, the Killingly Business Association, the Last Green Valley, the Ekonk Grange in Sterling

and the Wonderland at Lions Park in Plainfield.

Andrea is a special person, some-one who cares deeply about the Northeastern Connecticut community and the people who reside there. She advocates on their behalf and works very hard to ensure their rights. As a Judge of the Probate Court, I have no doubt that she will continue to respect and honor those individuals who come before her, in a caring and compassion-ate manner.

When I think about the importance of having the right judge in our Probate Court, I am convinced that Andrea is the best person we need. Please vote on Aug. 12 for Andrea Truppa.

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Scott: Truppa for Probate Court judge

To the Editor:This year marked the 65th running

of the Leonide J. Lemire Road Race in Southbridge, Mass., on the Fourth of July.

This outstanding, 4.9-mile race, orga-nized by the members of the Leonide J. Lemire VFW Post 6055 and timed by the Central Mass Striders, is the second longest continuous road race in the country, only surpassed by the Boston Marathon.

This year, more than 120 runners participated in the race.

The race organizers deserve great praise for coordinating such a fun and well-run event. Through the years, they have maintained an extremely reasonable registration fee, ranging from $6 to $8. Additionally, the course remains unchanged every year, per-mitting runners to compare their cur-rent performance to that of previous years. The course is well-marked, with ample police officers providing traf-fic control and ensuring safety for all participants. Two water hoses along the course serve to cool the runners in the hot temperatures. The volunteers provide efficient race registration, water stops, and encouragement along the way. The Post provides numerous prizes for participants, ranging from handmade trophies for top finishers

in many categories, including over-all male and female, tri-town resident, military, and oldest and youngest fin-ishers to an assortment of gift cards and practical household items for age group finishers. Every runner is made to feel appreciated following the race, with raffle prizes and delicious post race food. These are all things that are not taken for granted by seasoned run-ners, as many races do not consistently provide these amenities.

The truly special thing about this road race is the sense of communi-ty and tradition behind it. The Post is proud to provide such a quality event, and the runners return every year to challenge themselves on such a hot, hilly course. For many in cen-tral Massachusetts and northeastern Connecticut, it is a significant part of the summer racing season; for our family, it is a fun tradition that we will continue to take part in for many, many years to come.

Thank you to the Leonide J. Lemire VFW Post 6055 for offering such a wonderful event for the past 65 years. Here’s to many more years of fun and tradition!

linda spooner, sturbridGe, Mass.

karen Houle, danielson

Leonide J. Lemire Road Race marks 65th year

OPINION‘Hypocrisy’ surrounds illegal immigration situation

The hypocrisy of it all.Most recently, the illegal

immigration situation at our borders has been “somewhat” in the news. The entire situa-tion is a tragedy unfolding for the American people and for those being enticed to enter our borders. It is difficult to under-stand how American citizens sit idly by and ignore the tre-mendous societal ramifications as well as the double standards being imposed on them.

As we celebrate the Fourth of July and what it represents with respect to the freedoms afforded citizens we should also reflect on how much these free-doms are being eliminated and restricted.

Let’s consider what the aver-age citizen is exposed to when flying within U.S. borders. We are, in the overwhelming major-ity, legal American citizens possibly conducting business, vacationing or just moving from point A to point B. Before we can get onto a plane, we are required to take off articles of clothing as we stand in line to have our carry-on possessions screened and searched. Some are subjected to embarrassing strip searches, and/or cavity searches, including the elder-ly, children and handicapped.

At best, one is given a pat down. There are an increasing number of facilities where travel-ers are also subjected to standing in front of a high powered x-ray machine, which can be detrimental to one’s health, so someone behind a screen can check out every body nuance. As a traveler, we have no options to “opt out.” Should you display any resistance or run afoul of a TSA agent you can be detained for any given amount of time, allowed no law-yer or representation. Due pro-cess is suspended as you are now considered a possible terrorist threat. Should you be flagged for some unknown reason and put onto the “No Fly” list, forget air travel — period. All of the above procedures and restric-tions have been implemented to protect the American people from possible nefarious deeds by those who wish to adminis-ter harm, so they claim. Yet to date, the number of successful preventive apprehensions has been questionable at best.

Fast forward to the current border situation and the mass entry of illegal immigrants. The laws, for the most part, have

been suspended for these illegal entry par-ticipants. Those offi-cials who patrol our borders are required to essentially stand down. For those individuals who are apprehended very few, for the most part, are deported. As a result of the non-en-forcement of our immi-

gration laws, as well as the enticement to enter our coun-try with the implicit indication that you will not be returned, our country is being overrun by illegal immigrants — so much so that in many areas of the country our health facilities, detainment, law enforcement facilities and any number of service facilities are being over burdened to a breaking point. Our Border Patrol system is ineffective as they wrestle with the influx of illegal immigrants. We are subjecting Americans to enormous health issues, some of which we are not familiar with or have been previously eradicated in this country. We are allowing criminals, ter-rorists (yes, those people who have made it clear they will use whatever means necessary to take America down), gang members (such as the notorious

MS-13 already in over 1,100 U.S. cities) and drug cartel members basically unimpeded entry into our cities throughout our coun-try. A Border Patrol supervi-sor anonymously reported that there was a surge in “OTMs” – other than Mexicans – being caught coming into the U.S.

“About one in every 10 that we catch, is from a country like Yemen or Egypt,” he said.

We are transporting plane and bus loads of illegal immi-grants to cities throughout the U.S. They are being left to be handled by the local citizenry. Recently, Boston was a desti-nation. These are people with no money, and in most instanc-es no place to go in a foreign land. They have no means of supporting themselves, very likely have no command of the English language yet they are dumped into these cities tax-ing the already limited, and at times nonexistent, financial and social resources. There is very little transparency as it relates to this tragedy, as Border Patrol agents cannot speak about what is going on. Congress people and reporters who may be allowed to visit some of the detainment facili-ties cannot take pictures, have to leave all phones, laptops, and

recording devices behind. Very little is discussed about this by Main Street media.

Some of the questions Americans should ask: Why are all American citizens being subjected to restrictions as well as humiliating procedures when traveling within our own boarders while outside entry through our land borders “ille-gally” is pretty much becoming a pass (with benefits) regard-less of one’s background or affil-iations? How is it that those who enter our country “legally” and eventually decide to apply for U.S. citizenship must pass background tests, have some command of the English lan-guage and our Constitution and meet many other require-ments while waiting some-times years for citizenship to be granted? Why would someone with a criminal record, gang affiliation or a desire to harm our country attempt to enter via plane when they can easily enter our country through our unprotected borders? Where is the enforcement needed to pro-tect the American people from criminals, terrorist and health threats as it pertains to illegal immigration?

The hypocrisy!

JERRY HOULE WOODSTOCK

Your Turn

Each day between 2011 and 2030, 10,000 baby boomers will celebrate their 65th birthdays.

As the boomers grow older, their mid-dle-aged children may find themselves in a challenging situation — providing financial assistance to their parents as well as their own kids.

If your parents are entering retire-ment, it’s wise to plan ahead for any financial and legal responsibilities they may expect you to take on.

STARTING THE CONVERSATION

These days, 65 is hardly considered old age. But it’s crucial to sit down with your parents and have an honest discussion about issues that may arise — before they need your help. What are their expectations for the future, and what kind of assistance will they need from you? Will they have sufficient resources to cover their care as they age?

As part of this conversation, be sure that they have their important docu-ments and information organized. You’ll want to know where to locate key items, including wills and legal docu-ments; investment, bank, and insurance account numbers; safe deposit boxes, real estate deeds, and automobile titles; emergency contact numbers (medical providers, neighbors and friends, and professional advisors).

LOOKING INTO LEGAL MATTERS

If they haven’t done so already, your parents may want to seek an attorney’s assistance with issues such as:

Appointing a health care representa-tive. Without legal authorization, med-ical privacy laws prevent doctors from discussing a parent’s medical conditions with you. In addition to appointing a health care power of attorney, your par-ents may want to consider a living will.

Reviewing and updating estate plan-ning documents. Besides the basic estate planning documents, such as wills, durable powers of attorney, and revo-cable trusts, your parents may wish to draft a letter outlining who will receive personal effects like jewelry and family heirlooms.

DISCUSSING THEIR FINANCIAL SITUATION

Depending on your parents’ situation and financial savvy, they may need help managing their money as they age. Making arrangements now can help prevent con-fusion down the road.

Look into banking options. Most banks offer automatic bill payment ser-vices from checking or savings accounts — a convenient option if your parents are comfortable with the Internet.

Review insurance coverage. Be sure to discuss your parents’ existing life and long-term care policies, and make changes if necessary.

Enlist an advisor. Now may be a good time to get to know your parents’ finan-cial advisor, or to talk with your own advisor about their situation and strate-gies to help them meet their goals.

LOOKING TO THE FUTURE

As your parents age, a number of other considerations will likely come into play. Will they be able to continue living at home? How long will they be able to drive? While these topics may be difficult to discuss, it’s important to start the conversation early — for your parents’ sake as well as your own.

And remember, you don’t need to make these difficult decisions alone. We’re here to support you and your par-ents with strategic planning for the next phase of their lives.

Copyright 2014 Commonwealth Financial Network. Submitted by James A. Weiss, AAMS, RLPTM and Laurence N. Hale, AAMS, CRPS, finan-cial advisors practicing at Weiss & Hale Financial, 697 Pomfret Street, Pomfret Center, CT 06259, 860-928-2341. They offer securities and advisory services through Commonwealth Financial Network, www.FINRA.org/www.SIPC.org, a Registered Investment Adviser. Weiss & Hale Financial does not provide legal or tax advice. You should consult a legal or tax professional regarding your indi-vidual situation. The financial services team at Weiss & Hale serves individuals, families, businesses & not-for-profit insti-tutions and helps clients to Plan Well. Invest Well. Live Well. Visit www.weis-sandhale.com to learn more.

Talking to your aging parents about their finances

JIM WEISS

Financial Focus

Let’s conclude our analysis of the gold and platinum Eagle bullion coinage.

Like all other sil-ver and gold bullion Eagle coins, the half-ounce and 1-ounce Gold Eagles were first minted in 1986 and continue to the pres-ent day. The obverse mimics the Saint-Gaudens design of 1907, and the reverse

was designed by Miley Busiek. All half-ounce and 1-ounce gold Eagles showed the date in Roman numerals from 1986 through 1991. The date was converted to the familiar Arabic numerals in 1992.

Half Ounce Gold: Mintages of the uncirculated half ounce varied from a low of 24,100 in 2001 to a high of 599,566 in 1985. Proof coin mintages vary from a low of 7,504 in 2004 to a high of 143,398 in 1987. Values reflect mintages as the most valuable single BU half ounce is the 2001 at $3,175 and the lowest includes the 1986 (and some other years) at $950. For the Proof half ounce coin, values are pretty consistent in the range of $760-$920, again, based on mintages.

One Ounce Gold: The highest mint-age for a BU one ounce gold eagle was in 1.5 million in 1999 to a low of 143,605 two years later in 2001. For proof one ounce coins the high was 446,290, also in 1986 to a low of 8,724 in 2005. Current values

for BU coins vary from a high of $3,000 for the 1999W mistakenly produced on a BU die, to a low of $1,360 for common date coins. In the Proof series, the high value is $2,500 for the 2006 reverse proof, to a low of $1,520 for common date coins.

One of the things you should note from the mintage figures above is that more one ounce coins than half ounce coins were purchased virtually every year. And, since the one ounce coins were priced at, or above, twice the amount of the half-ounce coins … it’s reasonable to ask “why”? Why wouldn’t folks buy the smaller coins, or at least buy two of them instead of a single one ounce coin? I know of no study that easily answers this question. However, I do know that Americans simply want the larger one ounce coins, whether modern Eagles or older $20 gold coins. People just seem happier to say, “Oh yes, I own an ounce of pure gold.”

Platinum Eagles: As we mentioned a couple of columns ago, platinum Eagles, which have been produced since 1997, were made in 1/10 ounce, quarter ounce, half ounce, and 1-ounce ver-sions. Believe it or not, as I pen this col-umn, platinum is selling for almost $200 an ounce more than gold. The current, and historic, demand for platinum as a bullion investment is not as widespread as gold. However, the supply is consid-erably less than the supply of gold, and the demand for the smaller total annual output is proportionally greater as plat-inum has a number of growing uses in industry. As a result, its current “per

ounce” price is greater.The mintages of platinum Eagles has

also been much lower than for gold Eagles. Here’s a quick summary of high and low mintages and values, across the platinum Eagle spectrum.

• (BU) 1/10th oz.: Low Mintage, 14,013 (2005); High Mintage, 70,250 (1997); Low Value, $210 (1997); High Value, $600 (2006 Burnish).

• (Prf) 1/10th oz.: Low Mintage, 2,583 (2005); High Mintage, 37,025 (1997); Low Value, $235 (1997); High Value, $1,000 (2004)

• (BU) 1/4 oz.: Low Mintage, 12,013 (2005); High Mintage, 39,734 (1999); Low Value, $450 (1997); High Value, $1,350 (2006)

• (Prf) 1/4 oz: Low Mintage, 932 (2005W); High Mintage, 18,661 (1997); Low Value, $500 (1997); High Value, $2,000 (2004)

• (BU) half oz.: Low Mintage, 9,013 (2005); High Mintage, 32,415 (1998); Low Value, $850 (1998); High Value, $1,800 (2006)

• (Prf) half oz.: Low Mintage, 1,073 (2004W); High Mintage, 15,463 (1997); Low Value, $ 900 (1997); High Value, $2,800 (2004W)

• (BU) oz.: Low Mintage, 7,009 (2004W); High Mintage, 133,000 (1997); Low Value, $1,800 (1997); High Value, $3,500 (2004W)

• (Prf) oz.: Low Mintage, 2,017 (2004W); High Mintage, 18,000 (1997W); Low Value, $1,700 (1997W); High Value, $3,500 (2004W)

In our next column we’ll discuss the difference between a coin collection, a

coin hoard, and an accumulation of coins. In the meantime, keep those questions coming — we’ve got some good ones wait-ing in the wings.

Contact us! Paul, CAI, GPPA: Grey Ghost Auctions & Appraisals, 508-943-6570, [email protected]; www.greyghostcorp.com; The author conducts certified coin and antique/collectible appraisals, on site estate sales, auctions, and cleanouts.

Gold and platinum Eagles

PAUL JOSEPH

Treasures in Your Home

Grand garden ground covers in sun, Part IIIn Part II

of “Grand G r o u n d Covers in Sun,” we will examine several more herbaceous and sun happy pos-sibilities for the eastern Connecticut gardener.

The following planted togeth-er in full sun would make a spectacular, low-maintenance, multicolor tapestry exhibiting four season interest, though the planting site may have to be adjusted for some among these terrific perennials.

Ajuga reptans ‘Black Scallop’ is a fantastic recent introduc-tion, a variation on the theme of bugleweed. Each glossy leaf complete with scalloped edge displays a striking, glossy black-purple finish on the red side of the color spectrum. It forms a quickly increasing mat just a few inches tall that is about as weed-proof as any ground cover achieves. In May, dark, nearly cobalt blue multi-tudinous flowers on erect spikes arise 6 to 8 inches over the car-pet of leaves. This sun-lover is a draw to hummingbirds.

The foliage on this resplendent new cultivar remains crisp and beautiful from spring until the winter solstice, nearly three full seasons. ‘Black Scallop’ has been especially happy in fertile soil that retains moisture between rains.

C h r y s o g o n u m virginianum ‘Pierre’ is com-monly called Golden Star. ‘Pierre’ is nearly ever-blooming with pretty, five-petaled, dai-sy-like flowers in warm gold. The mats of medium green foli-age are tight and as with Ajuga ‘Black Scallop’ virtually weed-proof. It may grow to 6 inch-es high though has remained only about 3 inches tall at Quackin’ Grass. This recent-ly introduced cultivar, named for Pierre Bennerup, owner of Sunny Border Nurseries in Kensington, enjoys the same soil requirements as ‘Black Scallop.’ And, Gold Star is adaptable from full sun sitting to open shade.

Sedum rupestris ‘Angelina’ is a notable recent introduc-tion. Each 4- to 7-inch stem of this evergreen perennial is cov-ered with “needles.” Don’t be

alarmed! They are soft. Each spruce-like stem amassed forms a beautiful bright warm yellow ground cover in sum-mer. The interior of the mass of stems which receive less sun tend towards green. In midsum-mer golden flat-topped sedum flowers erupt. Remaining ever-green late winter changes the yellowish outermost portion of the tousled mat to an amaz-ing burnished red-orange color over a yellow midsection all atop an interior that is a bright fluorescent green. It is extraor-dinary to have such striking eye-catching color shifts in this, the season when pussywil-lows have erupted, witchhazels are blooming and the earliest bulbs may be announcing their arrival. Plant in any moder-ately good to poor scrabbled soil sited in full sun. Consider pairing this remarkable sedum with…

Sempervivum ‘Grammens’ is a large-growing hens and chicks, each rosette up to 6 inch-es in diameter. ‘Grammens’ emotes a rich, smoky pur-ple shade in winter. During warm weather it’s a complex lilac, golden-brown (especially noticeable on wet, cloudy days), with a concentration of deep red-purple at the pointed tips plus a mix of gray, green and

green-blue as the season pro-gresses. It’s extraordinary. Site ‘Grammens’ in a garden spot in which it may be viewed and appreciated in all seasons. As with Sedum ‘Angelina’ this is also evergreen; after all, “sem-per” translates into “ever” or “always” and “vivum” means “living”. Together they trans-late into “always living” or evergreen. Sempervivum ‘Grammens’ appreciates the very same conditions as Sedum rupestris ‘Angelina.’

Callirhoe involucrata is Winecups, one of only a hand-ful of perennials that bloom perpetually through the grow-ing season. Beginning in June the stunning flowers, fluores-cent cherry red upright cupped begin their long reign over a flat carpet of deeply cut semi-glossy green leaves reminis-cent of some perennial gerani-um species. Winecups is said to reach heights of approaching 1 foot but here it has remained flat-growing and sprawling, only about 4 to 5 inches deep. Its requirements are simple: full sun in well-drained mod-est soil; in fact, if you plant Winecups in a too-rich mix its thick, fibrous taproot will rot. Many who have seen Winecups in the stone garden at Quackin’ Grass have coveted it and left

with one as part of their pur-chase.

This exceptional sampling of fine plants demonstrate a remarkable color range. Be an adventurous gardener: consid-er companion-planting one or some among your larger gar-den denizens. Get out those shovels. Dig in and have fun.

Wayne Paquette is the owner of Quackin’ Grass Nursery, 16 Laurel Hill Road, Brooklyn. For more information, call (860) 779-1732 or visit online at www.quackingrassnursery.com.

WAYNE PAQUETTE

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Sempervivum ‘Grammens.’

It’s God’s faultA friend mine told me about the day

he walked into his local bank and cheer-fully greeted the tellers.

After they responded in kind, one of them commented, “Whenever you come in here the whole room lights up. How is it that you are always so happy?”

Truth be told, my friend had not always been a happy person. In fact, at one time his life was very troubled and his lifestyle had almost killed him. So, what changed? Why was he so happy?

I am certain that, if asked, he would say it was all God’s fault. You see, my friend’s life had taken him to such des-perate places that, although he did not consider himself to be religious, he began praying to for God for help. God used a co-worker to lead him to a group of people who were able to help him experience the same thing experienced by the Jewish songwriter who put it this way:

“Oh, what joy for those whose disobe-dience is forgiven, whose sin is put out of sight! Yes, what joy for those whose

record the LORD has cleared of guilt, whose lives are lived in com-plete honesty! When I refused to confess my sin, my body wasted away, and I groaned all day long. Day and night your hand of dis-cipline was heavy on me. My strength evapo-rated like water in the summer heat. Finally, I confessed all my sins to you and stopped trying to hide my guilt. I said to myself, ‘I will confess my rebellion to the LORD.’ And you forgave me! All my guilt is gone.” (Psalms 32:1-5 NLT)

Real joy does not come from educa-tion, riches or achievement. This is eas-ily illustrated by noting the high rate of divorce, addiction and suicide in the lives of the rich and the famous. Real joy comes from having a deep sense of peace and wholeness. Real joy comes from

knowing that our hearts are right with our Maker. But most of us would admit we are imperfect; we have offended God and people. All of us know we have done things we should not have done. Only God can relieve us of these

weights. If we find true, lasting peace it will be God’s fault.

Ironically, we sometimes run from the very thing we desire. Sometimes we sabotage a life of joy because we refuse to leave our comfort zone. This was the case for an entire town that Jesus visit-ed. Upon his arrival he encountered a man who was so violent and troubled that he lived naked in the caves of the cemetery. When Jesus delivered this man, his neighbors found him clothed

and in his right mind. However, the demons that had troubled this man had been ordered into a herd of swine, who promptly committed suicide. The towns-people were so troubled by the death of the pigs that they overlooked the miracle of the changed life; “the crowd began pleading with Jesus to go away and leave them alone.” (Mark 5:17 NLT)

Isn’t it strange how we often run from the things that will help us the most?

God has provided a path to peace and joy. He invites everyone to simply come to Him, confess their sins, and ask for-giveness. He invites everyone to be bap-tized in His name in order to have their sins washed away. And He has promised His Spirit to those who seek Him. Those who have received the Holy Spirit will agree that it is “joy unspeakable and full of glory.” That joy is a gift from God — it’s all His fault.

Bishop John W. Hanson is the pastor of Acts II Ministries in Thompson, Conn.. For more information or to listen to ser-mons, please visit www.ActsII.org.

JOHN HANSON

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SUMMER MENUSFree meals July 7 through Aug. 15 for

all participants 18 and younger, as well as for parents/guardians with children participating in the Putnam Summer Meal Program. Summer Meals menu on site. Putnam Elementary School, 33 Wicker St.; Putnam High School, 1215 Woodstock Ave. On site times: Breakfast, 8:15 to 9 a.m.; Lunch, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., at both on site locations. Off site locations: Putnam Public Library, serving Lunch 11:30 a.m. to noon; and Putnam Public Housing, 123 Laconia Ave., serving Lunch from 12:05 to 12:35 p.m. No Breakfast offered for off sites.

PUTNAM SUMMER MEALS

On SiteMonday, July 14: Baked macaroni

and cheese, steamed broccoli spears, wheat dinner roll, fruit and milk choice.

Tuesday, July 15: Chicken fajita wrap with shredded cheese, lettuce and tomato, salsa, nacho chips, Cuban black bean salad fruit and milk choice.

Wednesday, July 16: Pizza slice, spin-ach salad with grape tomatoes, fruit and milk choice.

Thursday, July 17: Hot dog on a roll, seasoned steak fries, 100 percent fruit juice, fruit and milk choice.

Friday, July 18: Bologna and cheese sandwich, 100 percent fruit juice, gold fish crackers, fresh vegetables, fruit and milk choice.

PUTNAM SUMMER MEALS

Off SiteMonday, July 14: Brunch for Lunch,

4 oz yogurt with granola, mozzarella string cheese, chocolate chip muffin, 100 percent fruit juice, fruit and milk choice.

Tuesday, July 15: Chicken fajita wrap with shredded cheese, lettuce, tomato, salsa, nacho chips, Cuban black bean salad, fruit and milk choice.

Wednesday, July 16: Pizza slice, spin-ach salad with grape tomatoes, fruit and milk choice.

Thursday, July 17: Club salad, diced grilled chicken, shredded cheese and tomato on a mixture of baby spinach and Romaine breadstick, fruit and mild choice.

Friday, July 18: Bologna cheese sand-wich, 100 percent fruit juice, gold fish crackers, fresh vegetables, fruit and milk choice.

It’s a fact — Americans have way too much stuff!

Thankfully there’s a movement to sim-plify, and eco-friendly and frugal people alike are finding creative ways to recy-cle and repurpose ordinary household goods. Read on for some interesting and effective ideas that get double (or triple) duty from common, everyday items.

And remember, readers, send in your best tips and you could win dinner for two at the Publick House.

***Coffee Mate non-dairy creamer jars

can be recycled into handy “snack shak-er” dispensers. Just peel off the plastic shrink wrap label and refill with little snacks such as Goldfish, mini crackers, etc. The flip top makes it easy to shake out a portion of snacks at a time!

***Who doesn’t have a few plastic pant

hangers hanging around? If you have the plastic kind with spring clips, simply cut off each end of the hanger to create two perfectly fine (and free) chip clips!

***Have an extra tension curtain rod? Put

it to good use under the kitchen sink! The rod is the perfect perch to hang a parade of spray bottles. Hung by the triggers, bottles are off the bottom, freeing up space for other supplies.

***Condiment squeeze bottles sold for

picnic use can find new life around the house:

• Fill with olive oil to easily squeeze out just the right amount to oil a pan or dress a salad.

• Make leftover latex room paint into craft paint, by filling up a bottle or two for handy project use.

• Use as a container for homemade

laundry pre-treater. Here’s a recipe: One part Dawn dishwashing liquid (must be original blue) to two parts hydrogen per-oxide. Mix and put into a squirt bottle. The pointed end of the bottle makes targeting specific stains easy!

***Mason jars are plentiful at estate sales

and chances are you have at least a couple of the hefty glass jars around the house. Here are a few useful ways to put them to good use:

• Create an oil lamp. Just poke a hole in the top of the metal lid, and thread a thick wick through the top lid (long enough to reach bottom of the jar). Fill the jar with lantern oil, screw on the band, light up and enjoy!

• Make an emergency match kit for home or to take on camping trips. Fill a jar with wooden matches (a quart jar will take longer matches). Glue sandpaper (to use as a striker) onto the metal lid and screw on the band. Matches will stay safe and dry.

• A great dispenser for confectionary sugar, bacon bits, dried herbs or other foods that should be sprinkled, can be made from a mason jar. The top from a (green Kraft) plastic Parmesan cheese container fits the top of a regular-mouth canning jar perfectly!

• Can you stand one more dispenser tip? To store bulk spices or other dry pourable foods, simply cut out a circle in the top of an empty salt container (with metal pour spout) to fit the top of the mason jar. Screw on the metal band to hold it in place and fill with your favorite dry goods!

***Flat screen wall TVs

have made television armoires obsolete. What to do with the double door wooden structures? Here are a couple of ideas:

• Make it a pantry cupboard. Add shallow shelves to each door to hold spices and bottles.

Fit a bottom shelf with baskets to stow potatoes and other root vegetables. Top shelves can store dry goods such as cere-als, cake mixes, canned goods, etc.

• Turn it into an office. If the unit isn’t lighted, stick an adhesive LED light strip above shelves. Adhere a corkboard sur-face to one of the doors; a white board to the other. Be sure to save room to hang a calendar! Arrange shelves to fit lap-top or monitor and printer. Shelves can store office supplies in an orderly (and attractive) fashion. Stack copy paper and books. Tuck pencils, clips, stamps etc. in repurposed coffee mugs.

***Ice buckets: Whether ornate plated sil-

ver or retro bright plastic, ice buckets are one of those things you hardly ever have a use for unless you’re entertain-ing. So what to do with the roomy vessels when they’re not in active duty? Try these ideas:

• Use it as a centerpiece vase for fresh-ly picked flowers. Ice buckets are wide enough to hold leafy stems on such flow-ers as lilacs and hydrangeas.

• Use a decorative ice bucket in the bathroom to store rolled up hand towels in style.

• Keep garden tools corralled on a pot-ting bench by storing them in an old metal ice bucket.

• Fill a pretty ice bucket with mag-azines and set it on a hall bench, stair stoop or other resting place for impromp-tu reading!

• Tuck an ice bucket beside the sick bed to use as a wastebasket for tissues, etc.

***Win Dinner for Two at the Publick

House — Your tips can win you a great dinner for two at the historic Publick House Historic Inn in Sturbridge! Simply send in a hint to be entered into a ran-dom drawing. One winner per month will win a fabulous dinner for two (a $60 value) at the renowned restaurant, locat-ed on Route 131 across the town common in historic Sturbridge. Because I’m in the business of dispensing tips, not invent-ing them (although I can take credit for some), I’m counting on you readers out there to share your best helpful hints!

Do you have a helpful hint or handy tip that has worked for you? Do you have a question regarding household or gar-den matters? If so, why not share them with readers of The Southbridge Evening News? Send questions and/or hints to: Take the Hint!, C/o the Southbridge Evening News, 25 Elm St., Southbridge, MA 01550. Or e-mail [email protected]. Hints are entered into a drawing for dinner for two at the historic Publick House Inn. For more great hints, tune into Take the Hint! one-minute snippet tips aired twice daily on ORC FM 98.9. And for more tips and talk, be sure to listen to my live hour-long show from 9 to 10 a.m. each Friday on WARE 1250.

Recycling and repurposing tips

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‘Red, White and Blue BBQ’ to provide belated celebration of Fourth of July

ing at 6 p.m. and the fireworks will be going off between 9 and 9:15 p.m. We still have some vendors that will be there that day. Riley’s will be open, the Lion’s Club will be there doing burgers and hot dogs. There are a few more food vendors and novelty vendors as well.”

Eisley said the decision to call off the event and resched-ule it a day ahead of time was not easy, and while Mother Nature held off long enough that the event could have possi-

bly been held on the July 3 date, the decision to postpone the event was based on both fund-ing and concern for the safety of spectators if the weather did hit hard.

“A lot of towns, including ours, had to make that difficult decision,” said Eisley. “The day prior to the event we talked to the company that shoots off the fireworks and with the way the forecast was projected at that point, if we were to bring them out and cancel we would have had to eat a large budget. We decided on that notion to move to our prearranged rain date. It stinks — it was nice out

still, but it was a hard decision to make.”

With Killingly deep into a dramatic budget season, and the Recreation Department and town events seeing hits in the past that have caused the town to depend on sponsorship and fundraising to see many of them through, Eisley com-mented on the significance of making sure events like the Red, White and Blue BBQ hap-pen and why the town works so hard to put them on even without solid funding in place.

“It brings everyone togeth-er, whether they’re business owners, out-of-towners or res-

idents. Events like this just bring people into Killingly and it’s extremely important to showcase the town. We have a beautiful park that we want to show off to people as well, and we want to promote what we have so events like this are really crucial. We’re in the position where we need to do more fundraising to keep these events going. We have great sponsors that help keep them going, but during budget sea-son, they trim here and there, and we do our best throughout sponsorships to keep the fire-works and other things going. It gets tough, but these events

are important.” The Red, White and Blue

BBQ is sponsored by the Attawaugan Fire Department, United Water, Jewett City Savings Bank, The Citizens National Bank, Putnam Bank, Gerardi Insurance, The Trink-Et Shoppe and Putnam Plastics. A reminder that no alcoholic drinks are allowed in any parks in Killingly and there is a smoking ban in effect for the town’s parks as well.


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Killingly forms working group to determine fate of East Killingly dams

you own dams, reservoirs and flowage rights in Killingly, Connecticut?’ We’re under a lot of pres-sure from our Board of Directors and sharehold-ers to divest in these holdings that provide no economic value to our shareholders and actual-ly are an expense to them at this point in time,” Sabotko said.

According to figures provided by citizens at the meeting and through cor-respondence, the water-ways and dams owned by the company consti-tute around 600 acres of waterscape and serve as the key to thousands of acres of additional open space as well. They also serve as a source of rec-reation, and many fear that property values will be heavily impacted in East Killingly if the dams were breached and the

waterways drained.Sabotko noted that he

had met with some of the homeowners and with the Town Council to discuss the issue, which prompt-ed the town meeting to hear public input on the company’s plans mov-ing forward. While he said the company would like to find an alternate route other than breach-

ing the dam and that they have contacted the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection to no avail, some taxpayers in Killingly are giving the company no choice but to find a solution that would not force them to shoul-der the cost or the conse-quences.

East Killingly proper-

ty owner Al Weiss was very direct, speaking to Sabotko, saying that the citizens of Killingly will not stand for the com-pany handling the issue improperly.

“You’re dealing with the middle class in this environment. It’s a strong middle class. We’re not used to being pushed around. All I’m going to tell you is that I’ll be the first guy to sue you and I’ll be the last guy you will settle with if you don’t come up with a reasonable solution,” Weiss said. “My solu-tion is establish a trust with adequate money to maintain those proper-ties and I would pass it on to my shareholders as this is the right thing to do, because when you get sued, and you lose, the stock is going to drop by 50 percent if I have any-thing to say about it.”

East Killingly Fire Department Chief George Stevens addressed the sig-nificance of the dams and waterways to fire sup-pression in East Killingly and explained how the company breaching the dams could actually cre-ate long-term issues with emergency response in a fire situation.

“We have no pressur-ized hydrants within the district of East Killingly,” Stevens said. “We only have dry hydrants. Basically those are stand-pipes that go to the bot-tom of the pond. We can hook up to those with our fire apparatus then pull water out of the ponds. We have four of those. Those are the only four hydrants in East Killingly that we can get water from. If the dams were breached and the ponds lowered I would say that those hydrants would go away. That takes a lot of our fire tactics as far as water supply away and we’d have to rely on

incoming tankers for fire suppression and that just takes a lot more time. We as the fire department and district have a very big concern about the ponds and dams in East Killingly.”

The issue has even crossed party lines, with both Republicans and Democrats agreeing that something needs to be done that will preserve the dams without put-ting the burden on the shoulders of the Killingly taxpayers. Senate hope-ful John French, a Republican seeking the Senate seat being vacated by Don Williams, said the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and Wright Investor’s Services have both dropped the ball on this issue and something needs to be done on the state level.

“It’s wonderful to see the amount of people that come out and fight for their rights, and I also feel for the business owner. This is clearly something that the state should be involved in,” said French. “It’s some-thing they need to fight very hard to do. The prob-lem that I’ve seen from the discussion that was taking place is what usu-ally happens — Hartford doesn’t listen and what happened is you, as a businessman, didn’t fol-low up. Both of you are blaming each other, and that needs to stop. You need to get in a room and hammer this out. This is something that should be the responsibility of the state, I feel, and not of the town.”

French’s Democratic opponent for Don Williams’ Senate seat, Mae Flexer, spoke as a state representative serv-ing her hometown of Killingly alongside State Rep. Danny Rovero as the two state lawmakers pro-

posed creating a working group to explore the solu-tions available for this particular issue.

“ R e p r e s e n t a t i v e Rovero and I are going to work together to con-vene a meeting this month on this critical issue with folks from the Town Council and other representatives from the town and the town manager with the State Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and with the company that owns the properties to make sure we can find a solution that protects these vital waterways,” said Flexer.

With emotions and con-cerns flooding the town meeting and showing a clear concern for the future of the dams and the waterways, Sabotko made sure to inform the citizens of Killingly that Wright Investor’s Services does want to do the right thing.

“We’d be very happy if we were able to work something out with the town and the homeown-ers of Killingly to trans-fer the ownership to the town or to any sort of group. It is not our goal or our wish to breach the dams, but as a com-pany we can’t continue to incur these costs year after year.”

Members of the Town Council assured citi-zens that the book is not closed on this issue just yet. Future public meet-ings are still very like-ly to further discuss the matter and judging by the input from lawmak-ers, town leaders and cit-izens alike, this matter could go all the way to Hartford before it is final-ly resolved.


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Jason Bleau photos

Wright Investor’s Service Holdings Vice President Ira Sabotko addresses the larger crowd in attendance about his compa-ny’s wish to divest from the dams and waterways they own in East Killingly.

KB Ambulance awaiting final say from Hartford on increasing services

completely eliminate the need for the Paramedic Intercept Program.

“NECCOG is a huge area,” said Daggett. “If the medic is doing a call and clearing from a call in Woodstock and we have a difficulty breathing situation in Killingly, we will be able to treat and transport with our own medics.”

Daggett went on to detail how achiev-ing this upgrade would improve the abilities of KB Ambulance to adminis-ter proper treatment in emergency sce-narios without having to depend solely on intercept personnel to do the job.

“For example, a person having a heart attack or chest pain,” he said. “At the level we are at right now if they are hav-ing chest pain we can give them aspirin and oxygen and transport. At the next level they use aspirin, nitro, and moni-tor the patients blood pressure. So there are added interventions that responders on the ALS level can deal with in that

situation. They can give breathing treat-ments in route while EMTs can only administer oxygen.”

Right now the effort is at a standstill as KB Ambulance officials await further information from Hartford as to the status of their application. Daggett has stated that the company hopes to have the improved services up and running by October or November of this year, a realistic goal considering it took them only two months to pass through sev-eral councils and boards before head-ing to the state medical director for final approval. Once the OK is received, Daggett said the upgrade would begin, starting with the purchase of new equip-ment to fit the needs and trends of emer-gency calls throughout northeastern Connecticut, and usher in a new era in KB Ambulance’s longstanding relation-ship with the Quiet Corner.


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issue. Nicholson noted that as of right now, only a small handful of the cemeteries have a devot-ed source of manpower and funding to keep them in good shape.

“I think we need to start looking at how we can maintain them on a regular basis,” said Nicholson. “Three of them do have associ-ations that are taking care of them, but the costs are increasing and the demands on time are increasing and out of the 14 we have only three really being looked

after.”Nicholson added that

she wants to see a long-term plan put into place to keep the cemeteries groomed and looking pre-sentable out of respect for those lost, the loved ones of those in the cemeter-ies and the town itself, as the host municipality to those final resting places.

Several other local town leaders explained how they tackle the issue, like Thompson First Selectman Paul Lenky.

“Summer help takes care of our cemeteries,” Lenky said. “We hire peo-ple during the summer and that’s their job — to take care of the monu-

ments and cemeteries. We also have volunteers that take care of some of them.”

However, other offi-cials, like Brooklyn First Selectman Rick Ives, acknowledged they are in a similar situation to Pomfret and are prepar-ing to take over full main-tenance of their cemeter-ies as support from out-side organizations grows thin.

“We’ve helped out an association for many years and that associa-tion is coming to its end,” Ives said. “We’re doing more and more and for the first time, we took over the maintenance

as opposed to just giv-ing them money. I think what will happen with us is we’ll sooner rath-er than later take care of everything,” said Ives.

The consensus among local leaders seemed to be that bringing in vol-unteers or designating money in the town’s budget to manage the cemeteries is the most popular course of action. Nicholson even acknowl-edged the existence of state funding that could help with cemetery upkeep, but said it’s not a route the town is explor-ing right now.

“There is a bill in Connecticut now for

neglected cemeteries,” she said. “So, there is some kind of collection of funds that goes to the state that towns could apply for to bring back and maintain neglected cemeteries. I don’t think we’ll go down that road. We know where ours are at and I think that with a little bit of planning we can come up with some solution to how we can keep these cemeteries from becoming over-grown and forgotten.”

It might seem like only a minor issue, but it’s one many can respect. While cremation and other practices have become more popular options in

recent years, the concept of placing a loved one to rest in a cemetery is still heavily practiced as well. The way officials like Nicholson see it, main-taining the cemeteries is not only a way of mak-ing town landmarks look presentable and preserv-ing history in the com-munity, it’s also a way of honoring those lost and the loved ones they left behind by respecting those final resting places with proper care and con-sideration.


CEMETERYcontinued from page 1

Editor’s Note: The informa-tion contained in these police logs was obtained through either press releases or other public documents kept by each police department, and is con-sidered to be the account of police. All subjects are con-sidered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. If a case is dismissed in court or the party is found to be innocent, The Villager, with proper doc-umentation, will update the log at the request of the arrested party.

STATE POLICE TROOP D LOGS

DANIELSON

Tuesday, July 1

Joey Lewis, 34, of 15 Prince St., Danielson, was charged with insurance failing to meet minimum requirements and operating under suspension.

Tanesha Oates, 33, of 7C Water St., Danielson, was charged with breach of peace and criminal mischief in the 3rd degree.

Miranda Pipkin, 22, of 7B Water St., Danielson, was charged with breach of peace.

Friday, July 4

Edgardo, Gutierrez, 21, of 31 Palmer St., Danielson, was

charged with burglary in the 3rd degree, disorderly conduct and assault in the 3rd degree

Saturday, July 5

Brian Lavigne, 27, of 5 School St., Danielson, was charged with failure to appear in the 2nd degree.

BROOKLYN

Wednesday, July 2

Nathaniel Sanders, 25, of 242 Herrick Road, Brooklyn, was charged with failure to appear in the 2nd degree.

Thursday, July 3

Christopher Mendoza, 24, of 20 Prioux St., Brooklyn, was charged with improper use of marker, registration or license, insurance fails to meet min-imum requirements, driving with a suspended or refused license.

Saturday, July 5

Dylan Leeder, 22, of 220 Cherry Hill, Brooklyn, was charged with reckless driving.

Sunday, July 6

David Faford, 30, of 4 Front St., Brooklyn, was charged with criminal impersonation of an officer and interfering.

PUTNAM

Wednesday, July 2

Scott Duquette 35, of 192 Providence St., Putnam, was charged with larceny in the 6th degree, larceny in the 5th degree, failure to respond to an infraction and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Aaron Gleason, 37, of 97 School St., Putnam, was charged with larceny in the 6th degree, larceny in the 5th degree and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Arthur Choquette, 31, of 20 Thayer St., Putnam, was charged with failure to appear in the 2nd degree.

Jaryd Mathewson, 24, of 98 Van Den Noort St., Putnam, was charged with sexual assault in the 4th degree and two counts of risk of injury.

THOMPSON

Thursday, July 3Hailie Danielson, 19, of 734

Quaddick Town Farm Road, Thompson, was charged with cruelty to animals, conspira-cy to commit a crime, crimi-nal mischief in the 3rd degree, conspiracy to commit criminal trespassing in the 3rd degree, criminal trespassing in the 3rd degree, conspiracy to com-mit criminal trover in the 2nd degree and issuing a false state-ment in the 2nd degree.

Sara Jo LaRochelle, 20, of 21 Faucher St., North Grosvenordale, was charged with cruelty to animals, crim-inal trover in the 2nd degree, criminal trespassing in the 3rd degree, and criminal mischief in the 3rd degree.

Keith Parmentier, 27, of 735 Quaddick Town Farm Road, Thompson, was charged with criminal trespassing, conspir-acy, cruelty to animals and criminal trover in the 2nd degree.

DAYVILLE

Sunday, July 6

Ernest Robichaud, 33, of 237 Ballouvile Road, Dayville, was charged with driving under the influence.

Justin Jensen, 26, of 9 Country Acres, Dayvile, was charged with disorderly con-duct and risk of injury.

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Friday, July 4

Denis Goddard, 38, of 1 Park St., Putnam, was charged with speeding.

Kathleen McGrady, 72, of 39 Grey Fox Landing, Woodstock, was charged with speeding.

Eugene Chasin, 53, of 589 New Sweden Road, Woodstock, was charged with speeding.

Saturday, July 5

Steven Wooten, 36, of 251 Church St., Putnam, was charged with operating under the influence and failure to drive right.

Judy James, 50, of 989 Norwich Road, Plainfield, was charged with speeding.

Christopher Hunt, 23, of 52 School St., Putnam, was charged with operating with a suspended registration, oper-ating and unregistered motor vehicle, operating without insurance and failure to wear a seatbelt.

Saturday, July 6

Kayla Cassidy, 22, 296 Route 171, Woodstock, was charged with interfering with police, failure to appear in the 2nd and violation of probation.

Monday, July 7

Connie Czmyr, 36, of 310 South Main St., Putnam, was charged with operating under the influence and failure to drive right.


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The Windham Tolland 4-H Camp kicked off it’s 60th camping sea-son last month, bringing kids from all over the world to enjoy the 4H experience.

Local 4H camp starts 60th camping seasonPOMFRET — June 22 was the second longest day of

the year, but the first day of the 60th camping season at Windham Tolland 4-H Camp, which began with a 2 p.m. check in.

In all, 109 campers and their families lined up with swim-suits and overnight bags in hand. Overnight campers got their cabin assign-ments, and both they and day campers got to schedule their activity periods for the week. After a quick check-in with new registrar Jane Smith, to be sure all their forms were in and signed and payments were made, it was off to visit the nursing staff, then to the waterfront for a swim evaluation. Day campers headed home until Monday morning but overnighters walked up to their cabins with luggage and families in tow. By 4:30 p.m., the parking lot was pretty much empty and the campers were getting to know their bunkmates and counselors, and working up an appetite for their first camp dinner, prepared by new cook Liz Benoit.

The camper that came the longest distance was Pierre DeRouge, an 11-year-old young man from Germany, who lived in Pomfret for a few years, and flew across the ocean to spend a week at camp with some of his old friends. Returning international staff came from Australia, England, Wales and Ireland.

There are still spots available in the remaining weeks of camp and for the first

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A 60th reunion party is scheduled for Aug. 22-23. Former campers, staff and their families are invited to attend any part of the two-day celebration, which begins with dinner Friday at 6 p.m., the option to stay overnight in one of the cabins or in a tent, participate in camp activities on Saturday, or just come for our celebration lunch and birthday cake on Saturday at 12:30 p.m.. Registration forms for this celebration are also available on the website.

Woodstock receives Power of Change Innovation Award

HARTFORD — The Woodstock CT Green Team received the prestigious Power of Change Innovation Award at the Power of Change Award event at the State Capitol, June 17.

The 2014 Power of Change Award celebrated the energy efficiency achievements of more than 20 Connecticut state agencies and municipalities. The winners received awards for their innovative initia-tives and approaches to reducing energy spending and protecting the environment – efforts which ben-efit all Connecticut residents. The event also featured recognition of the award winners by state legislative leaders and members of the Power of Change Award committee.

Rob Klee, commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, addressed the gathering of more than 100 participants with a message that reinforced the importance of energy efficiency, both as a cost saving measure, but also as a key way to reduce carbon emissions.

He noted, “The cheapest and cleanest energy is the energy you don’t use.”

James Stratos received the award on behalf of the Woodstock CT Green Team. The Honorable Mention

was awarded in the Municipal Innovation category for their town-wide commitment to renewable energy.

The sponsors of the Power of Change Award (the Common Sense Fund, Hampshire Foundation and the Emily Hall Tremaine Foundation) brought together a panel of energy and environment experts from government, business, academia and advocacy organizations to judge the 2014 entries. The judges included John Rathgeber, President of CT Business and Industry Association (CBIA); Jessica Boehland, Kresge Foundation; and Bryan Garcia of CEFIA, Connecticut’s green bank.

In her remarks, the Emily Hall Tremaine Foundation President, Michelle Knapik noted, “As these award winners have shown, investments in energy efficien-cy, energy infrastructure, best practices and behavior provide immediate, multiple and long-term benefits. These town and state leaders are demonstrating what is possible to achieve in the built environment, and they are setting an example for public leaders nation-wide. Their efforts put Connecticut on the leading edge of transforming our relationship with energy – this is a path toward a brighter, cleaner energy future.”

The Woodstock CT Green Team was officially estab-lished in 2008 as a town appointed committee whose primary responsibility includes the investigation of renewable energy options and ways the town and com-munity can conserve energy. The Town of Woodstock

is a member of the CT Clean Energy Program and the seven member team is dedicated to supporting, encouraging and assisting Woodstock residents, busi-ness and town municipalities to reduce our impact on the environment through conservation and increased use of green energy options.

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Woodstock weathers the storm for annual Jamboree

WOODSTOCK — While some towns were forced to reschedule plans to cele-brate the Fourth of July holiday due to Hurricane Arthur, the East Woodstock Congregational Church could not be swayed and held their Fourth of July Jamboree as scheduled on Friday, July 4, despite the wet and rainy weather. The turnout was inspiring, with many braving the elements to enjoy a parade, musical entertain-ment, a book sale and flea market and more as the event pushed on throughout the day and showed Mother Nature that you can’t keep a good community down. While some of the Jamboree’s features had to be canceled or cut short, the event was truly a showing of perseverance by the community and organizers and a fitting tribute to the dedication it took to bring America to life.

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Despite the rain there were still plenty of fun games for everyone, young and old, to enjoy.

A hay ride was available for all to enjoy during the Jamboree, but a few lucky riders even got to be part of the Fourth of July parade on the hay ride as well.

Visitors enjoy the chicken barbecue which was held indoors to the delight of many.

Hot dogs, hamburgers and a chicken barbecue were just a few of the tasty options available to guests throughout the church grounds. Most of the cooks wore appropriate attire to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday.

Members of the Armed Forces, past and present, carry the flags at the head of the parade. Mark Billings was all smiles in his patriotic getup as he greeted guests while selling cakewalk tickets.

Local musician Sarah Jo Burke moved her musical performance into the church but still pro-vided some lovely tunes to pass the time.

This classic car braved the weather to be part of the Fourth of July parade in Woodstock.

A few patriotic bikers make their way down the parade route.

The event included a pinewood derby with the top three racers receiving trophy awards.

Members of the fire department in Woodstock had their lights going and American flags wav-ing as they made up the rear of the Fourth of July parade.


Putnam lights up the sky for Fourth of JulyPUTNAM — Chances are if you tried

to drive through Putnam on Sunday, July 6, you were met with possible road-blocks and a lot of traffic in the area of Rotary Park. Hundreds of spectators turned out for Putnam’s annual Fourth of July celebration, including a mas-sive fireworks show over the Quinebaug River. Face painting, food, music and more made for an entertaining day to cel-ebrate America’s independence, as vis-itors from throughout the Quiet Corner and even Massachusetts and Rhode

Island crowded the center of town for the big show.

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A few spectators pose for a photo as they enjoy each others’ company and await the fireworks on Kennedy Drive.

The Wade Elliot Band performs on the Rotary Park Main Stage prior to the big show.

Some young visitors to Putnam killed some time playing football before the fireworks show.

Rotary Park was filled almost to capacity as visitors and locals crowded the park to see the massive fireworks show.

The massive fireworks show features a host of creative fireworks including this one, which was red, white and blue.

The grand finale sent everyone home happy.

A spectator who would only identify herself as “Hat” was dressed to the nines in patriot-ic gear as she enjoyed the festivities.

Senate hopeful John French took the opportunity to mingle with the crowd in Rotary Park, meeting potential voters before enjoying the fireworks show.

One of the many creative fireworks that hit the sky during Putnam’s fireworks display.

Laci Warren, 2, of Thompson, carefully han-dles a sparkler as she enjoys the Fourth of July celebration in Putnam.

QUIET CORNER ROUND-UPCharter Oak names new AVP, branch officers

WATERFORD — Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has promoted six employees in its Human Resources and Operations departments, including three who were named to the newly cre-ated position of branch officer.

“All of these individuals have shown exemplary service to Charter Oak, and I’m proud to announce their well-de-served promotions,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s chief execu-tive officer. “They’ve all demonstrated strong leadership qualities, and they will serve as important role models and mentors for our newer employees across our organization,” he said.

The newly promoted employees include Kim Bryant, Charter Oak’s new assistant vice president of Human Resources. She joined Charter Oak in 2002 and has served as a teller, training specialist, and benefits administrator. She was promoted to supervisor in 2011 and manager of Human Resources in 2012. Kim lives in Lisbon.

Charter Oak also promoted three branch managers to branch officer, a new position that reflects their exten-sive branch and operations experience, leadership, and outstanding service to Charter Oak.

The three new branch officers are:• Sonya Armstrong, who manages

Charter Oak’s Dayville and Killingly High School branches, and has been with the credit union since 2005. Sonya has served as a teller, member service representative and work leader. She was promoted to branch manager in 2008. Sonya resides in Brooklyn.

• Virgen Pettini, who manages Charter Oak’s Boston Post Road branch in Waterford, has been with Charter Oak since 1996. Virgen has served as a teller, member service representative and work leader. She was promoted to branch manager in 2005. Virgen lives in Mystic.

• Namie Tedford, who manages Charter Oak’s Norwich and Willimantic branches, has been with the credit union since 1985. Namie has held a number of positions with Charter Oak, including teller, member service representative and Member Relations coordinator. She was promoted to branch manager in 2006. Namie lives in Uncasville.

In addition, Charter Oak promoted two employees to new branch manager positions within its 14-branch network:

• Kayla Burgess is the new branch manager at Charter Oak’s Putnam branch. She joined Charter Oak in 2011 as a member service representative and was promoted to supervisor in 2012 at Charter Oak’s Pawcatuck branch, and then moved to the Putnam branch in 2013. Kayla lives in Danielson.

• Jeannettia Hunt is the new branch manager at Charter Oak’s Pawcatuck branch. She joined Charter Oak in 2000

and has held a number of positions with the credit union, including teller, member service representative, work leader and Member Relations coordina-tor. She was promoted to supervisor of the Niantic Branch in 2011. Jeannettia lives in Groton.

CorePlus announces new executive vice president

NORWICH — CorePlus Federal Credit Union, based in Norwich, is pleased to announce the pro-motion of Raymond J. Currier to the role of executive vice presi-dent/chief operations officer, effective imme-diately.

“CorePlus is proud to promote Ray to the role of executive vice president. We know that with his over 20

years of experience and creative ideas, Ray will continue the growth and devel-opment of the credit union’s branch network, while continuing to satisfy the ever expanding financial needs of our members,” said CorePlus President & CEO Nicholas K. Fortson.

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tions officer. He holds a B.S. in Finance from the University of Connecticut’s School of Business Administration and has completed coursework through the University of Wisconsin – Credit Union National Association Management School, and NAFCU Management School. He is also a graduate of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut’s Leadership Program. A lifelong resident of Eastern Connecticut, Currier has served local credit unions since 1992 in the capacity of teller, Member Services Representative, Marketing & Business Development, Branch and Operations management.

Currier is actively involved in the Eastern Connecticut community and is an active Board Member and Past President of the Waterford Rotary Club, the Eastern Chapter of the Credit Union League of CT, various CUNA Community Outreach Task Force com-mittees, and the Eastern Connecticut Financial Education Committee. Currier has three children and resides in East Haddam. Outside of work, Currier enjoys spending time in the outdoors, farming, and hunting.

CorePlus Federal Credit Union, founded in 1936, currently has nine full-service branches locally in Norwich, Taftville, Groton, East Lyme, Waterford, Plainfield and the recently opened Putnam and Brooklyn Walmart Supercenter branch offices.

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DAR announces grant for Temple Beth IsraelDANIELSON — The Sarah Williams Danielson Chapter of

the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is pleased to announce the sponsorship of the Special Project Grant to the Temple Beth Israel Preservation Society.

The $9,838 grant donation will be given to the Temple Beth Israel Preservation Society for repairs on their deck area.

Located in Danielson, the Temple Beth Israel Preservation Society is dedicated to “Honoring the Past and Enriching the Future.” With a Modernist style Community Building, it was recently listed with the National Registry of Historic Places. The society is dedicated to using lessons of the Holocaust to unite inter-faith communities and to educate students about anti-bullying and tolerance by its foundation of a community of primarily Holocaust survivors.

Hosting countless community-building events throughout the year, the NSDAR is proud to give the TBI Preservation Society their support to repair and restore the Temple’s deck area that will secure the building structure and allow for expanded programming. “We are thrilled to be receiving such a generous donation from the DAR. We realize that our grant is just one of many that they made throughout the year to preserve our nation’s history. We feel fortunate that they have chosen to assist us in this critical project,” said Elsie Fetterman, a member of the board of directors for the TBI Preservation Society.

The DAR grants program was started in 2010. Funding is awarded to support projects in local communities that pro-mote the organization’s mission areas of historic preserva-tion, education and patriotism.

The DAR receives hundreds of grants applications each year, making competition high for the funding through the non-profit organization. Interested groups must be sponsored by a local DAR chapter, submit a copy of their public charity 501(c)(3) IRS documentation, and include a narrative describ-ing the need and urgency of the project as well as planned activities and benefits to the community which will result from the grant.

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was founded in 1890 to promote patri-otism, preserve American history, and support better education for our nation’s children. Its members are descended from patriots who won American inde-pendence during the Revolutionary War. With 178,000 members in a p p r o x i m a t e l y 3,000 chapters worldwide, DAR is one of the world’s largest and most active service organizations. To learn more about the work of today’s DAR, visit www.DAR.org. For more about applying for a Special Projects Grant from DAR, visit www.dar.org/grants.


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BY CHARLIE LENTZVILLAGER SPORTS EDITOR

DAYVILLE — Lily Orr knows the paved drive leading up to Killingly High School like and old friend — every twist and turn, every crack, every punishing inch of the climb. She’s kept company with the incline on many a training run over her track and cross country career at Killingly. So when she faced that steep rise in the middle of the Red White and Blue 3.2-mile race on July 3 it was just another encounter between two old friends.

“I’ve been doing cross country and track since freshman year,” said Orr, 17, from Thompson. “For school we practice running up that hill. So I have a lot of experience running up that hill.”

Orr, who graduated from Killingly High in June, conquered the hill and then the rest of the field in the Red White and Blue race en route to victory in the women’s division in 19 min-utes, 52 seconds. Tracy French, 24, from Brooklyn, finished in second place in 21:47. Carly Eisley, 34, from Griswold, took third in 23:45.

Orr took the lead right off the starting line in Owen Bell Park and never relin-quished it.

“I just kind of went out there and ran my race,” Orr said.

The Red White and Blue run featured a race within a race — and for reaching the top of the hill first at Killingly High she was dubbed “Queen of the Hill,” which earned her a crown in post-race ceremonies. Her first-place finish in the race also won her a star-spangled robe and a chicken dinner.

The event was organized by the Killingly Parks and Recreation Department. The loop course began and ended at Owen Bell Park with roughly the first half of the run going uphill and the second half in descent. The race course started on the grass and gravel trails of the park before heading out on the roads to Killingly High and then making a return trip to the park.

“This was uphill the entire way there and then once you got to the top of Killingly High School it all turned

downhill,” Orr said. “That second half just flew by.”

Although Orr had run many races over her high school career she had never won an open race before.

“It feels great,” said the recent grad-uate, who runs three to five miles per day.

To Orr the hill in mid-race was an old friend. To those runners who had never encountered the incline it must

have seemed like a stubborn foe. Orr left Killingly High behind on graduation day — but one steep memory from her school days proved valuable at the Red, White and Blue run.

“It was probably a big advantage,”

Orr said. “Because I knew what was coming at me and they didn’t really know.”

Charlie Lentz may be reached at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail at [email protected].

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THOMPSON — With two outs in the bottom of the sev-enth inning Ben Brissette’s line drive to right field found Jordan Pollard’s glove, strand-ing Ben Ross at second base and helping Pollard and Moosup hold on to a 4-3 win over Tri Town in an American Legion game at Tourtellotte Memorial last Tuesday. It was one of the few hits over a sev-en-game stretch that didn’t fall for Tri Town with the game on the line.

“Benny cracked that ball but right at the right fielder,” said Tri Town coach Paul Faucher. “We have been getting, final-ly, some hits with runners on base and moving them along and we’ve scored a lot of runs with two outs lately which is a very good sign. We just hope to keep building and keep going forward.”

The loss to Moosup on July 8 ended a six-game winning streak for Tri Town. The defeat dropped Tri-Town’s record to 9-13, but that couldn’t mar an excellent run that helped lift the team’s record from 3-12 just one week earlier on July 2.

“Even when we were 3-12 we knew what kind of team we could be. All we had to do was start putting it together and we did that within the past week,” Faucher said. “We’re final-ly hitting the ball well. We’re being aggressive with our at-bats. We’re getting runners moving with the pitch. We’re just doing all the little things that it takes to score a decent amount of runs.”

Trailing Moosup 2-0 going into the bottom of the first, Tri Town scored one run on a run-scoring single from Kyle Tyler. Tri Town tied it at 2-2

with an RBI-double from Ty Anderson in the bottom of the second. Tri Town went ahead 3-2 with a run-scoring single from Sean Falvey in the bottom of the third inning. Moosup used a sacrifice fly from Mike Esposito to tie it 3-3 in the top of the fifth inning. David Carpenter’s sacrifice fly in the top of the seventh put Moosup up 4-3.

Ty Anderson took the com-plete loss against Moosup, going seven innings and giving up 11 hits, striking out three, walking none and hitting one batter. It was the only time a complete-game effort didn’t lead to a win for a Tri Town pitcher over a seven-game stretch.

“Pretty much every game we’ve had a complete-game effort by our starters,” Faucher said. “Our starters have led the way, they’ve kept us in the games until we’re been able to break out or we were able to break out, and they were able to relax, throw strikes, let our defense do the work.”

Brissette finished 3-for-4 with a double and scored two runs against Moosup. Kyle Tyler went 1-for-3 with one RBI. Sean Falvey went 2-for-3 with one RBI. Dan Murphy went 2-for-3 and scored one run. Anderson doubled.

Mike Esposito picked up the complete-game win for Moosup (13-7), striking out 10, walking none and allowing eight hits. Steve Jankowski went 3-for-4 with a triple. David Carpenter went 2-for-4 with two doubles.

Tri Town 14, Norwich 0NORWICH — Nick Foucault

struck out seven and walked none over six innings to help Tri Town defeat Norwich on July 6. It was Foucault’s second

win against no defeats and it was Tri Town’s sixth straight victory and lifted its record to 9-12. Ben Guimont pitched the seventh and final inning for Tri Town, the game was stopped after seven innings due to the mercy rule. Tri Town banged out 15 hits. Dan Murphy went 4-for-4 with two doubles and three RBIs. Ty Anderson went 3-for-4 wit three RBIs and two runs. Ben Ross went 3-for-4 with two RBIs. Guimont went 2-for-4. Josh Malboeuf went 2-for-2 with three RBIs.

Tri Town 11, Norwich 1Tri Town 12, Norwich 2

THOMPSON — Tri Town swept a doubleheader from Norwich at Tourtellotte Memorial’s field on July 5, both games were stopped after five innings due to the mercy rule. In the victory in game one, Tri Town notched 15 hits. Josh Malboeuf (3-2) picked up the win, striking out seven and walking three over five innings. Logan Gordon took the loss. Kyle Tyler went 4-for-4 with a double, five RBIs and two runs. Ben Ross went 3-for-4 and scored three runs, RBI. Ben Brissette went 2-for-3 with three runs. Sean Falvey went 2-for-4 with two RBIs.

In game two, Tri Town notched 12 hits. Kyle Tyler struck out five and allowed one earned run en route to the win. Joe DiPietro took the loss. Tri Town’s Ben Brissette dou-bled, tripled, drove home one run and scored one run. Ty Anderson slapped a three-run double. Ben Ross went 3-for-4 wit one RBI. Dan Murphy went 3-for-3 and scored three runs.

Tri Town 5, Montville 4Tri Town 5, Montville 4

THOMPSON — Tri Town

picked up a pair of 5-4 wins over Montville on July 3 at Tourtellotte Memorial. The opener was the completion of a game suspended in Montville on July 2 and Ty Anderson (1-3) struck out three and got the complete-game win. Trailing 4-3, Tri Town’s Josh Allard knocked a two-run double with two outs in the seventh inning for the game-winning hit. Jordan Volpe took the loss.

In the nightcap, Allard

(1-3) struck out three to pick up the complete-game win. Bryan Guetens took the loss. Tri Town’s Garrett Ponte went 2-for-2 with one run. Ty Anderson went 2-for-4 with one run. Ben Brissette knocked a two-run single.


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Tri Town’s Ty Anderson pitches against Moosup last Tuesday at Tourtellotte Memorial’s field in Thompson.

Tri Town on a roll as season hits homestretch

Houlker is Red White & Blue’s King of the HillBY CHARLIE LENTZ

VILLAGER SPORTS EDITOR

DAYVILLE — Runners knew a gruel-ing race lay ahead with the temperature reaching 90 degrees in the parking lot of Owen Bell Park preceding the Red White and Blue 3.2-mile race. So Jack Houlker decided to take off his shirt before the run — then the 33-year-old from Danielson took off from the rest of the field on the way to finishing first overall on July 3. Houlker’s wardrobe alteration was an attempt to escape the heat before running away from the competition.

“It was pretty brutal,” said Houlker, who ran in high school in Westerly, R.I. “It was very hot.”

The loop course began and finished at the park. In mid-race the course fea-tured a brutal climb up the hill toward Killingly High School.

“At the water stop at the top of the hill, I usually don’t take water in a 5K, I took some and but I dropped it right away,” Houlker said. “It was a very

thirsty run on the way down.”The runner who reached the top

of the incline first was named “King of the Hill” and Houlker earned the honor. From there he went on to finish first overall in 18 minutes, 11 seconds. Steven Laflamme, 20, from Plainfield, took second in 18:35. Corey King, 19, from Danielson, took third place in 19:47.

Houlker said he runs “30 to 35” miles per week in training. He is coming off an injury but persevered during the run to the top of the hill at Killingly High.

“I had no idea when it was going to end,” Houlker said. “It felt like it just kept going and going. You’d come around a bend and you’d just see more hill in front of you.”

Houlker finished 24 seconds of Laflamme at the finish line but he trailed Laflamme early on. Houlker made his move on the steep hill at Killingly High.

“For about the first mile, I’d say, (Laflamme) was ahead. And then

towards the end of the big hill I just went by him and tried to accelerate from there,” Houlker said.

Soon after he gained the lead over Laflamme he reached the race’s apex and it was literally all downhill from there.

“I went uphill. The end was the same place at the start so we had to come down,” Houlker said.

Houlker returned to the trails of the park and relief was found beneath the tree-lined paths near the finish line.

“Any shade was worth its wait in gold,” Houlker said.

While not made of gold, a crown was bestowed to Houlker for his “King of the Hill” performance. And for a fitting finale — a red, white, and blue robe was awarded to the shirtless runner.

“It’s great,” Houlker said. “I’ll take it.”


Charlie Lentz photo

Jack Houlker crosses the finish line in Owen Bell Park at the Red White and Blue 3.2-mile race on July 3.


WOODSTOCK — Coach Syd Blodgett puts a group of incoming freshman at Woodstock Academy through pre-game drills with the rest of NECONN’s soccer club players last Monday at Bentley Athletic Complex. The freshmen have yet to take a single class at the Academy but their getting a leg up on the Centaurs soccer program.

Although Blodgett and co-coach Holly Singleton won’t be guiding the Centaurs this fall they have children in Woodstock’s soccer program and both are volunteer coaches with NECONN’s club soccer team.

The summer program helps keep the players sharp — along with introduc-ing the freshmen to the upperclassmen on the team. Singleton is the associate headmaster at Woodstock Academy but she’s moonlighting as a soccer coach

this summer. Singleton played soccer at Woodstock Academy and went on to play soccer in college at Clark University in Worcester, Mass. Her son, Collin, plays soccer for NECONN and will be a sophomore at Woodstock Academy this fall. Her nephews, Cameron and Dylan Grube, also are on NECONN’s roster and will be sophomores at Woodstock Academy. She said the summer pro-gram has a variety of benefits.

“There’s a lot of conditioning, obvi-ously. The camaraderie I think is also really important. It’s a great opportu-nity I think for the incoming freshmen to come and be more acclimated before school starts,” Singleton said. “The kids are coming from all different sending towns and so there are a lot of nerves associated with it — there might be two from one town and one from another town. So being able to come here and meet with a couple of kids kind of gives them a mentor, someone that they know before they start school, makes them

feel more comfortable. It’s all about making that adjustment quick so you can get down to the business of doing your homework, getting good grades, and playing some good ball.”

NECONN kicked off its 11-game schedule on July 7 at Bentley Complex, falling 5-0 to St. John’s High of Shrewsbury, Mass. — like St. John’s, most of NECONN’s opponents this sum-mer will be high school teams from Massachusetts. The schedule concludes on Aug. 11, just in time to give the play-ers a brief break before soccer practice begins later in August. Chris Martin will be a senior at Woodstock Academy this fall and he said NECONN helps get him ready for his final season for the Centaurs.

“I think it’s important to get to know the team and to see how everybody plays and see the areas we need to work on for the season,” said Martin, a forward. “It’s important to stay sharp. Mainly you just want to avoid injuries

so we can get to the season and get everybody fit.”

Martin said the incoming freshmen get a head start on the season.

“It’s nice to see how they play and see where we’ll put them next year,” Martin said.

Adam Converse will be a senior defender in the fall. He said the Centaurs should benefit from NECONN’s sum-mer program.

“We’re always trying to get together and work on the chemistry of the team and just try and play,” Converse said.

And Converse said the freshmen would benefit as well.

“Especially playing with all the older guys they’re just going to get better experience getting ready,” Converse said.

Justin Boutin will be a senior at Woodstock Academy and he said NECONN should help get some rust off the Centaurs and prepare them for the first week of training camp.

“The value of this summer league is just getting out here, getting ready for tryouts, just getting back into shape, back into the groove of things,” Boutin said. “The chemistry, it definitely helps in the fall.”

The pressure to win comes in autumn. Summer soccer helps players let off a little steam and get in shape in the process.

“The overall goal is to have fun and get good touches on the ball and be ready for a good fall season,” Singleton


Getting their kicks with NECONN soccer

Charlie Lentz photo

NECONN’s Jacob Delashmutt, left, a junior at Woodstock Academy this fall, clears the ball against St. John’s High of Shrewsbury, Mass., last Monday, July 7, at Woodstock Academy’s Bentley Athletic Complex.

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NECONN’S Luke Blodgett, left, a senior this fall at Woodstock Academy, tries to control the ball against St. John’s.

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NECONN’s Patrick Houlihan, left, a sopho-more this fall at Woodstock Academy, chases down the ball against St. John’s.


Red, White and Blue 3.2 run at Owen Bell Park

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Runners begin the Red, White and Blue 3.2-mile run at Owen Bell Park in Dayville on July 3.

Randy Bissonnette, from PutnamCorey King, from Killingly Second place finisher Steven Laflamme, from

Plainfield

Tracy French, from Brooklyn Laura Douglas, from Brooklyn Cheyenne Zvingilas, from Griswold

Kimberly Soler, from Brooklyn, cools off with under a spray of water after the race.

Connor O’Marra, from Dayville Joseph Santese, from Killingly Aaron Giambattista, from Killingly

Richard Gogan, from Danielson

THOMPSON — The Thompson Lions Club has scheduled its 30th annual Thompson Lions Club Scholarship Golf Tournament for Sunday, July 20, at Raceway Golf Course in Thompson.

Proceeds from the tournament benefit a scholarship fund for high school students who reside in Thompson and attend either

Tourtellotte Memorial High, Ellis Tech, or Marianapolis Academy. Scholarship appli-cations were available at local high schools during the spring semester.

This year’s tournament is ded-icated to the memory of former King Lion Jim Naum. The tour-nament will begin with a shot-

gun start at 1 p.m. Entry slots are still available for the 18-hole tournament. Cost is $100 per golfer. Players will have a cart for two. Awards and prizes will be given and prizes will include a Don Hoenig steak dinner. For further information call Merrill Robbins at (860) 334-1023.


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DAYVILLE — There was a break in action in the Charter Oak Credit Union / Killingly Recreation Modified Softball League as the teams took the July 4 holiday week off. The break gave the league a chance to catch up and update pertinent statistics — eight statistics

help determine the All-League team and other individual awards at the end of the season.

Beginning with the top five hitters, Kyle Desjardins of Capitol Bail Bond led the way with an .826 average; he is followed by Tom Lindberg of Capitol Bail Bond at .615. Next is Mike Fortin Sr. of Foxy’s Gang at .607. Ryan Dugas of Capitol Bail Bond at .606 and in the fifth spot is Dave Desmarais of Desmarais & Sons and Ryan Cahill of Capitol Bail Bond, both tied at .600.

In the home run race Kyle Desjardins is leading with eight round trippers. In the second slot the league has Dave Desmarais and Josh Terletsky of Capitol Bail Bond tied with six homers. And tied with four each are Bert Jones of Foxy’s Gang and T.J. Stucke of Young Gunz / Groundscapes.

The third stat, RBIs, is the third sta-tistic to complete the triple crown. Dave Desmarais is leading the way with 30

RBIs, tied at 20 RBIs are Kyle Desjardins and Dave Morison of Foxy’s Gang with 20 each. The forth and fifth slots have a tie with 18 each for Brett Fowler of Pizza 101 and Trenton Palonen of Capitol Bail Bond.

Stolen bases are another popular sta-tistic in modified softball and the league leader through July 6 was Josh Fortin of Foxy’s Gang with 10 swipes. Trailing in the second spot is Trenton Palonen with five. Tied with four each is Ben Gagnon of Universal Fiberoptics / Mercer Monuments and T.J. Stucke. There are four players tied with three each, Stan Gervais of Capitol Bail, Joe Rasicot of Pizza 101, Jeff Stravato of Music Lady and Tim Carlson of Pizza 101.

The league leaders in triples are C.J. Wells of Young Gunz / Groundscapes with five. Tied with four each is Jon Dubeau of Foxy’s Gang and Chris Dunn of Universal Fiberoptics / Mercer Monuments. In the forth slot is Steve

Vanase with three. There are five play-ers tied with two each.

The doubles leaders are Chuck Broussard of Pizza 101 and Mike Fortin Sr. of Foxy’s Gang with six each; four players are tied with four each — Nick Cote of Music Lady, Kyle Desjardins, Ryan Dugas, and Trenton Palonen. The leaders in total hits area Ryan Cahill and Dave Desmarais with 21 each, Ryan Dugas has 20, Kyle Desjardins is next with 19 and Stan Gervais and Trenton Palonen are tied at 18 each. In total runs scored the leaders are Trenton Palonen with 22, Stan Gervais is at 21 and Josh Fortin is third at 20 and tied at 18 each are Eddie Bourdia of Pizza 101 and Kyle Desjardins.

STANDINGS: Foxy’s Gang 10-0; Universal / Mercer 7-3; Desmarais & Son 6-5; Pizza-101 4-6; Young Gunz/Groundscapes 4-6; Capitol Bail Bond 3-8; Music Lady 2-8.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORSESTATE OF SUSAN E. LEMOI,(14-00225)The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Northeast Probate District, by decree dated July 1, 2014, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the ad-dress below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Janis E. Beltis, ClerkThe fiduciary is:David Lemoi 133 Park Street Putnam, CT 06260July 11, 2014

NOTICE TO CREDITORSESTATE OF GWENDOLYN B. POT-TER, AKA Gwendolyn Beatrice Potter, AKA Gwendolyn Beatrice Withers Pot-ter (14-00242)The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the Court of Probate, District of Northeast Probate District, by decree dated June 27, 2014, ordered that all claims must be presented to the fiduciary at the ad-dress below. Failure to promptly present any such claim may result in the loss of rights to recover on such claim.

Janis E. Beltis, ClerkThe fiduciary is:Richard W. Potter 85 Court Street, PO Box 5 Cromwell, CT 06416-0005July 11, 2014

Town of EastfordConnecticut

Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission

Notice of Decision On June 26, 2014, the Inland Wet-lands and Watercourses Commission made the following decision: File# 14-005 Daniel Belanger, 218 Eastford Road, Eastford CT. Approved all activity already completed with no top soil disturbance to occur during ap-proved debris removal. APPROVED.Details can be found in the minutes filed at the Town Clerk’s Office, Town Office Building, 16 Westford Road, Eastford, CT. Dated at Eastford this 1st day of July, 2014.

Susan WelshmanRecording Secretary

July 11, 2014

TOWN OF THOMPSONZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

LEGAL NOTICE

The Town of Thompson Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hear-ings on July 14, 2014 beginning at 7PM in the Merrill Seney Room, Thompson Town Hall, 815 Riverside Dr., North Grosvenordale, CT for the following: Variance 14-01 – Allison C. Dodds, for property at 54 Chase Rd., Thomp-son, Map 105/Block 34/Lot 14. Vari-ance requested for construction of a horse barn less than the required 150’ from the property line. Variance 14-02 – Rodney Brooks, for property at 42 Center St., Thomp-son, Map 116/Block 14/Lot 4. Variance requested to reduce required side yard setback for septic system replacement and well. Variance 14-03 – Richard Mead, for property at 685-687 Thompson Rd., Map 122/Block 19/Lot 2. Variance re-quested to reduce required front and side yard setbacks for a garage con-structed without proper permits. Variance 14-04 – Richard Partridge, for property at 121 Quaddick Town Farm Rd., Thompson, Map 154/Block 6/Lot 5. Variance requested to reduce required side and front yard setbacks for con-struct a roof over an existing trailer. Files are available to review in the Planning & Development Office, 2nd floor, Town Hall. At these hearings interested parties may appear and be heard, and written testimony received.

Respectfully submitted,Daniel Roy, Chairman

July 4, 2014July 11, 2014

LEGAL NOTICETOWN OF WOODSTOCK

TAX COLLECTOR’S NOTICE The first installment of taxes listed on the October 1, 2013 Grand List be-comes due and payable to the Town of Woodstock on July 1, 2014. Payment must be postmarked or brought into the office by August 1, 2014 to avoid an interest charge. Interest will be charged on August 2, 2014 on all delinquent payments at the rate of one and one-half percent per month, or a minimum charge of $2.00 on each bill. Motor vehicle taxes not paid by Au-gust 1, 2014 will be reported as delin-quent to the Motor Vehicle Department. If you have any questions, please contact the Tax Collector’s Office at 860-928-9469 ext. 318 or the Asses-sor’s office at 860-928-6929 ext. 326. The Tax Collector’s office hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 8:30

a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The office will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2014 in observance of Indepen-dence Day.

Linda Bernardi, CCMC Woodstock Tax Collector

415 Route 169Woodstock, CT 06281

June 27, 2014July 11, 2014July 25, 2014

LEGALS

Notice of PrimaryTown of Eastford, CT

Notice is hereby given that a Primary of the political party listed below will be held in Eastford, CT on August 12, 2014 for nomination to each office indicated below.Notice is also hereby given that the following are the names of the party-endorsed candidates, if any, for nomination to each office indicated, together with the street address of said candidate. The party endorsed candidates, if any, are indicated by an asterisk. Additionally, the following are the names of all other candidate who have filed their certificates of eligibility and consent to primary or have satis-fied the primary petitioning requirements in conformity with the General Statutes as candidates for nomination to each office indicated, together with the street addresses of such candidates.

Office Party Candidate Address

Governor Republican *Thomas C. Foley 62 Khakum Wood Road Greenwich, CT. 06831 John P. McKinney 986 South Pine Creek Road Fairfield, CT. 06824

Lieutenant Republican *Penny Bacchiochi 24 East StreetGovernor Stafford Springs, CT. 06076 Heather Somers 67 Ramsdell Street Groton, CT. 06340 David M. Walker 37 Beacon Street Bridgeport, CT. 06605

Comptroller Republican *Sharon J. McLaughlin 15 Kibbe Road Ellington, CT. 06028 Angel Cadena 67 Long Hill Avenue Shelton, CT. 06484 Dated at Hartford, Connecticut, this 26th day of June, 2014.

DENISE W. MERRILLSECRETARY OF THE STATE

The foregoing is a copy of the notice which I have received from the Office of the Secretary of the State, in accordance with Section 9-433 of the General Statutes. As provided in said notice, a primary of the refer-enced party for nomination to the state or district offices therein specified will be held on August 12, 2014.

Hours of Voting: 6:00A.M. to 8:00 P.M.Location of Polling Place: Town Office Building, 16 Westford Road, Lower level.Absentee Ballots will be counted at the above polling location.

Dated at Eastford, Connecticut, this 2nd day of July, 2014.

Melissa M. VincentTown ClerkTown of Eastford

July 11, 2014


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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Allard J. “Tyke” Heath Jr., age 61, for-merly of Putnam, Conn., died Thursday, July 3, 2014 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

He leaves his wife, Debra (Robidoux) Heath of Spencer; two daughters, Melissa Rhinehart of Tullahoma, TN and Wendy Heath of Lewisburg, TN; his stepfather, Harvey E. Bennett of Putnam; his brothers, Steven M. Heath of Thompson, Curt D. Heath of Putnam, Jamie J. Heath and his wife Debra of Putnam and Scott J. Bennett and his wife Misty of Putnam; his sisters, Joyce A. Cote of Putnam, Brenda J. Heath of Putnam and Heidi N. Bennett of Putnam; six grandchil-dren, Zachary York, Jade Rhinehart, Jameson Rhinehart, Mackenzie Heath, Madison Heath and Jayden Black; a stepson, Tony Binici and stepdaugh-ter, Rita Ho; an uncle, Raymond Heath and his wife Lorena of Pomfret; one aunt, Lydia Castonguay of Woodstock and several nieces, nephews and cous-ins.

He was predeceased by a brother,

Eugene “Huey” Heath in 1974.Tyke was born in Putnam on January

31, 1953, son of the late Allard J. “Red” Heath, Sr., who died in 1998 and Alma E. “Elsie” (Lanaville) Bennett, who died in 1997. He lived in Putnam most of his life, also living in Lisbon, NH, Worcester, Spencer and Tullahoma, TN.

He worked for many years at Central Supply in Putnam and Worcester. While in Tullahoma, Tyke worked at Tepro.

Tyke enjoyed country music. He was a self-taught musician and played gui-tar, bass guitar and steel guitar. He was a vocalist in several local country bands, playing weddings, anniversa-ries and parties. He recorded several songs, including a song he wrote enti-tled “I Never Want To Make You Cry.”

Calling hours at the Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Street, Webster will be held on Tuesday, July 15, 2014, from 5 to 7 p.m. A prayer ser-vice will be held at 6:45 p.m.

Kindly omit flowers.Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48

School Street, Webster, MA is direct-ing the arrangements.

A guest book is available at www.shaw-majercik.com.

Allard J. Heath Jr., 61

THOMPSON — Paul LaMarre, Jr., 42, of Midlothian, Texas, went to be with the Lord on June 18, 2014 ending

his courageous battle with cancer. Weakened in body,

but never in spirit, his faith and his love for God were contagious.

Paul was born in Webster, Mass., January 28, 1972 and was

raised in Thompson, Conn.He entered the United States Navy

in 1991. He served during Operation Desert Storm as a Nuclear Machinist mate or “Nuke” as the position was also known, aboard the nuclear-pow-ered guided missile cruiser USS Mississippi.

Paul graduated from TMHS in 1991 and Dallas Baptist University, with a degree in marketing.

He worked for Poly-America, Grand Prairie, Texas, as a Chain Supply Manager.

He was a member of Retta Baptist Church, Burleson, Texas.

He attended the DPW Writers’

Workshop in Euless, Texas, where he once served on the Board of Directors as Treasurer.

Paul loved science fiction and was the author of several

published short stories. He especial-ly loved the New England Patriots.

He leaves his wife, Sheila; three children, Megan Kathleen, Sarah Elizabeth and Joshua Paul, all of Midlothian; his parents, Paul Sr. and Kathleen of Thompson, Conn.; a sis-ter, Lisa Corrette and her husband Wayne of Webster, Mass.; a broth-er, David of Thompson, Conn.; niec-es and nephews, Brady, Marissa, Amanda of Webster, Mass., and Tyler of Thompson, Conn.; his grandmother, Jessie Hughes of Webster, Mass. and many uncles, aunts and cousins.

A Memorial service will be held on July 12 at 11 a.m. at TriState Baptist Church, 654 Quinebaug Road, (VFW building in Quinebaug (Thompson), Conn.

Paul LaMarre, Jr., 42

P O M F R E T C E N T E R — William T. Sirrine, 90, of Pomfret Center, CT, died Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at home. He had made his home in Pomfret all his life.

He was born April 6, 1924, in Pomfret, son of John W. and Melba (Sheldon) Sirrine.

He was a veteran of World War Two serving with the U.S. Navy.

He was a self-employed carpenter and had built and remodeled many homes and professional buildings in the area.

Bill was a Master Poultry Breeder and was known throughout the coun-try. He was a life member of the ABA, Modern Game of America, Master Exhibitor and Breeder of White and Black Cochins and Birchen Modern Game. He was a member of the Woodstock Agricultural Society, and was the head of the Poultry Division for many years with the Woodstock and Brooklyn Fairs. Bill was a great teach-er, having a great love for Poultry; he enjoyed teaching the poultry trade to the youth and helping them get a good start.

For many years he volunteered his time at the Windham - Tolland 4-H Camp in building repair.

Bill was a Postal Carrier for the Pomfret Post office for many years.

He was a mem-ber of the Putnam Masonic Lodge of South Woodstock and the American Legion.

He enjoyed the out-doors, hunting, fishing and trapping.

He will be missed by many of his dear family and friends and his dog Beau.

He leaves his children: Donald Sirrine and his with Judith of Pomfret Center, Rosalie James and her hus-band Brad of Pomfret Center and Barry Sirrine and his wife Sylvia of Putnam; his brother, Fred Sirrine of Pomfret; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his siblings, Edward, John, Herbert and Melba Morin.

The family would like to thank Day Kimball Hospital Palliative Care for their care and compassion given to their father.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 12 at the Smith and Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove Street, Putnam.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Boston Poultry Expo, 50 Ennis Road, North Oxford, MA 01537.

To share a memory with his family, “Light a Candle” at www.smithand-walkerfh.com.

William T. Sirrine, 90

DAYVILLE – Norman J. Provost, 89, of Provost Lane, died Friday, July 4, 2014 in Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam.

He is the loving husband of Dolores (Balick) Provost.

Born in Putnam, he was the son of the late Emery and Rose (Cote) Provost.

Norman attended schools in Killingly.

He joined the CT Division of National Guards in 1948. In 1950 while at Camp Pickett in Virginia, the Army asked for volunteers to form a new elite group of soldiers call “The Rangers.” 1,400 men volunteered from the CT 43rd divi-sion and only 131 men made it through all phases of the harsh Ranger train-ing which included airborne jumping, survival training, mountain training, and climbing. Graduation was at Camp Carson, Colorado and all new Rangers were given the Ranger Tab, Parachute wings and an elite black beret. Rangers were the 1st to jump behind enemy lines in Korea in 1951.

After discharge he was elect-ed Memorial Affairs Officer for the Rangers for R.I.C.A of the Korean War for the New England area. He held the post for 20 years.

He was a life member of Danielson VFW.

After the Korean War he joined the International Union of Operating Engineers #478 as a member for 38 years. At the same time he owned and operated True Life Taxidermy in

Dayville. He was a lifetime hunt-

er and fisherman, hunt-ing out west, Alaska and in Canada. He himself built 4 homes for his fam-ily and 3 children along the Wheatstone Brook in Dayville.

Norman retired in 1987 and started out on a 6-week trip by car to Alaska, which was on his bucket list.

Norman is survived by his wife of 62 years Dolores (Balick) Provost; his devoted son and best friend, Roger Provost and his wife Helen of Dayville; two very loving daughters, Elyne King of Dayville and Michele Soyden and her husband Ron of Brooklyn; three grandchildren, who were the love of his life, Sarah Harwood of Dayville, James King and his wife Yalina of Boston, MA and Joseph Provost of Dayville.

He was predeceased by his grandson, Scott David King; brothers, Lucien and Edgar Provost and sister, Dora Parren.

Relatives and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, July 12, 2014 at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, Dayville. Burial with Military Honors will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Dayville.

Donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.

Norman J. Provost, 89

WOODSTOCK – Nelson J. LaRose, 93, of Cornfield Point, died Thursday, July 3, 2014 in Matulaitis Nursing Home.

He was the lov-ing husband of Therese (Auger)

LaRose and Florence (Lussier) LaRose. Born in Putnam, he was the son of

the late George and Catherine (Burke) LaRose.

Mr. LaRose worked for the Connecticut highway department.

He was a member of the 43rd Infantry Division in World War II, the “Winged Victory on Foot” with the United States Army and fought in the Korean War.

He served as the Assistant Fire Chief in Putnam, and volunteered for the fire department for 40 years.

Nelson enjoyed dancing, traveling, camping, fishing and reading. He was a lifelong Notre Dame and Yankees fan. He was a member of the VFW.

Nelson is survived by his daugh-ter, Norma LaRose of Woodstock, CT; grandchildren, Melissa Latour,

Kristopher Bernier, Shannon Spitz, Jennifer McKay and Nathan Bernier; great-grandchildren, Courtney, Sydney, Sage, Aidan, Ryan, Victoria, Shea, Thomas, Delanie, America and Cecilia; broth-er-in-law, Roger Auger and his wife Elaine of Whitinsville, MA; nephew, Michael LaRose and his wife Amy of Manchester, CT; and son-in-law, John White of Webster, MA.

He is predeceased by his daughter, Nancy (LaRose) White, and brothers, Henry and Frank LaRose.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Thursday, July 10 in St. Mary’s Church, 218 Providence St, Putnam, CT. Burial was in St. Mary Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to Matulaitis Nursing Home, 10 Thurber Rd. Putnam, CT 06260 or Hospice of N.E.C.T P.O. Box 632 Putnam, CT 06260.

The Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam, directed the arrangements.


Nelson J. LaRose, 93

WOODSTOCK, Conn. — Marcel J. Rousseau, 58, of Pond View Drive, passed away on Friday, July 4, 3014, at the Hartford Hospital after a brief ill-ness.

He leaves his wife of 31 years, Cindy L. (Lachapelle) Rousseau; his daughter, Angela B. Braaten and her husband Matthew of Clinton; his granddaughter, Ella M. Braaten; his sister, Lucille Bonin of Charlton; three brothers, Gerald Rousseau and his wife Deborah of Dudley, John Rousseau and his wife Maria of Mount Dora, FL and Edward Rousseau and his long time compan-ion Joan Muller of Woodstock, CT; his father-in-law, Wilfred Lachapelle of Sturbridge; his sister-in-law, Dianne Renaud and her husband Eugene of Southbridge; aunts, uncles and several nieces and nephews.

He was born in Southbridge the son of the late Gerard J. and Emma H. (Courtemanche) Rousseau.

Marcel owned and operated Marcel’s

Auto Body in Southbridge for over 20 years and worked for Sturbridge Auto Body for the past 2 years.

He loved gardening. He enjoyed vacationing in Maine and trips to the Caribbean. Most of all Marcel loved his family and absolutely cherished his granddaughter Ella.

His funeral service and burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, is directing the arrangements.

www.morrillfuneralhome.com

Marcel J. Rousseau, 58

OXFORD — Freeman W. Worster, 76, of Hudson Road, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 5, 2014, surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary T. (Dunn) Worster; four children, Cynthia M. Bartels and her husband Daniel of Palmer, Wallace F. Worster, Jr. of North Grosvenordale, CT, Anthony K. Worster and his wife Heather of North Oxford, John K. Worster and his wife Christine of Southbridge and Sheryl Worster of Webster; three brothers, William and Gilford Worster, both of New York, and Joseph Worster of East Brookfield; two sisters, Betty Gahagan and Bonnie Cyr, both of Sanford, Maine; 7 grandchildren, Emily Prouty, Grace Prouty, Alyssa Worster, Charlotte Worster, Abigail Worster, Samantha Worster and Lindsey Worster and many nephews and nieces.

He was predeceased by four sisters, Nancy Hitchcock, Harriet Desmond, Susan Schlitle and Violet Worster and two brothers, Herbert and Reginald Worster.

He was born in Allagash, Maine,

the son of the late Herbert and Sarah Ellen (Hafford) Worster, and lived in Maine and South Grafton before moving to Oxford 35 years ago.

He was a U.S. Army veteran.

Mr. Worster was a heavy equipment operator through-out his life. He worked at West Valley Corp. in Shrewsbury for 35 years, and later retired from Botany Bay Corp. in Worcester in 2011.

He enjoyed fishing and was an avid collector, especially in coins and antiques.

He will be remembered as a man who worked hard throughout his life and was a dedicated family man to his wife and children.

His funeral was held on Wednesday, July 9, 2014, from Paradis-Givner Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford, followed by a Mass St. Ann’s Church, 652 Main St., North Oxford. Burial was in New Howard Cemetery in Sutton.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent Cancer & Wellness Center, 1 Eaton Place, Worcester, MA 01608, or to Children’s Hospital, 401 Park Dr., Suite 602, Boston, MA 02215.

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Freeman W. Worster, 76

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P U T N A M – Barthelemy “Bud” or Bart” Perreault, 89, of Elvira Heights, died Saturday, July 5, 2014 in UMass Memorial H o s p i t a l . Worcester, Mass.

He married his loving wife of over 50 years, Rita T. (LeClaire) Perreault on October 2, 1960 in Putnam.

Born in Burrillville, RI, he was the son of the late Joseph and Teresa (Burke) Perreault.

Mr. Perreault was a World War II Navy veteran.

He went on to be a machinist for 18 years at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft, retiring in 1987.

He enjoyed crossword Puzzles and was a devout Boston Red Sox fan.

In addition to his wife, Bud was survived by his son, Raymond Perreault and his wife Jean of Mt.

Iron, MN; his daughter, Patricia Guilbault and her husband Robert of Putnam; and his son, Alan Perreault and his fiancée Tammy Eddy of Putnam; his grandchil-dren, Steven Guilbault, Nicholas Perreault, Lisa Guilbault, Kimberly Perreault, Misty Perreault and Sara Perreault; his great-grandchildren, Jaden, Nathan and Dillon.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Bud’s family from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 12, 2014 in the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam. A funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. in the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 370 7th Avenue, Suite 1802, New York, NY. 10001.


Barthelemy J. Perreault, 89

WOODSTOCK — Thomas “Tom” M. Perry, 47, died July 4, 2014.

Tom was born in Putnam, Connecticut to Joan (Guertin) and the late William A Perry on April 29, 1967.

He graduated from Killingly high school in 1985.

Tom drove truck for several long haul and local trucking companies.

Tom is survived by his wife of seven years, Deborah; mother Joan; daugh-ter Melissa; grandson, Joseph; sister, Tina; niece, Ashlee; great-nephew Matthew; niece, Felicia and great-niece, Lilli.

He was Master of Quinebaug Pomona Grange #2 and Master of Senexet Grange #40 in Woodstock. Also he was a member of CT State Grange and National Grange.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Senexet Grange Hall, 628 Route 169 in Woodstock on July 13, 2014 at 2 p.m. Please come in casual dress.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tom’s memory to Senexet Grange Memorial Fund, c/o Marvin Wilbur, Treasurer, 12 Wittemore Ave., N. Grosvenordale, CT 06255.

Arrangements by Smith and Walker Funeral Home.

To share a memory with his family, “Light a Candle” at www.smithand-walkerfh.com.

Thomas M. Perry, 47

Gerald K. Rivais, 68, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2014 with his children at his side after a brave fight against lung cancer.

Gerald, better known as “Jerry”

to his friends and family, was born on April 5, 1946 in Putnam, CT, the son of Benjamin F. Rivais and Mary Kelly Rivais, both whom predeceased him. Jerry grew up in Brooklyn, and for the majority of his life called this town home.

He was an incredible person. Not only was he a father and brother, he was a friend. Jerry was someone you could always turn to and trust. His absence will leave an empty spot in many lives.

Jerry enjoyed playing pool and you could often find him with his battered pool cue case ready for a game.

Alongside his son, he worked for many countless hours in his treasured

garage tinkering on vehicles to repair. Jerry was an avid traveler, and loved

to see what his country had to offer. He was fortunate to have traveled to the Bonneville Salt Flats with his Corvette and enjoy the racing.

Jerry had a very dry sense of humor and loved to joke around. He was always up for a chuckle.

Jerry is survived by his children: Shelly Surprenant and son-in-law David Surprenant of Norwich, CT and Luke Rivais of Rochester, NH. Along with his children, Jerry is survived by his grandchildren: Mallory and Rhys Surprenant and Isabel Rivais. Jerry also has two sisters both of whom reside in Oregon, Sheila Ann Showalter and Jennifer Rivais. Jerry not only leaves behind his relatives, but countless friends who will also miss him greatly.

There are no plans for a memorial service.

Burial will be private and at the con-venience of the family.

Gerald K. Rivais, 68

DAYVILLE — Dorothy (Withers) Szarkowicz of Dayville, passed away at home on July 4, 2014.

She was born in Florida, NY to Ernest, Sr. and Elsie Withers and

grew up in Woodstock, CT. She is survived by her daughter, Jean

Baker; sons, James, Bruce (Greta), Thomas (Marianne) Szarkowicz; eight grandchildren and five great-grand-children; siblings, Gladys Ekman, Sarah Hooker, William Withers, Jr. and many nieces, nephews and friends.

She was predeceased by her hus-

band Frank Szarkowicz, siblings, Marjorie and Gwendolyn Potter and Ernest Withers, Jr.

Calling hours will be Friday, July 11, 2014 from 9:30 to 10:30 a..m. at the Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds Street, Danielson, followed by a Memorial Service at 11 a.m. at St. James Church, 12 Franklin St., Danielson, CT. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, please make dona-tions to Hospice and Palliative Care of Northeastern Connecticut, PO Box 632, Putnam, CT 06260.

To share a memory with her family “Light a Candle” at www.gagnonand-costellofh.com.

Dorothy (Withers) Szarkowicz


SOUTHBRIDGE — Paul David Stransky, Jr., 57 of Southbridge, MA, formerly of Thompson and Putnam, died Saturday at the University of M a s s a c h u s e t t s

Medical Center in Worcester, MA. He was born April 9, 1957 in Bay

Shore, Long Island, NY, son of Paul D. and Joanne Stransky of North Grosvenordale, CT.

Paul was a Sales Representative working in building products.

In addition to his mother and father he leaves his children, Christie Vetter of Groton, CT, Paul D. Stransky, III of West Warwick, RI, and Amber Sproul of Danielson; his siblings, Cathy Alderman of Putnam, Susan McKernan of Cape Cod, MA and David Joseph Stransky of Indianapolis, IN.

Funeral service will be private. To share a memory with his family

“Light a Candle” at www.smithand-walkerfh.com.

Paul D. Stransky, Jr., 57

PUTNAM — Annie Mayo Montpelier, 86, of Putnam, for-merly of Pomfret, died July 6, 2014 at Matulaitis Nursing Home in Putnam.

She was the wife of the late Armand D. Montpelier, he died August 10, 2008.

She was born June 17, 1928 in Pomfret, daughter of James and Alphonsine (Bellanceau) Mayo.

She worked at Haven Health in Danielson, now Regency Heights.

She liked playing cards, trips to the casinos and crocheting.

She helped run her father’s store “Jim the Swappers” furniture store for many years.

Annie loved all her children very much.

She leaves a son, Frank C. Thompson of Putnam; daughter, Susan St. Hilaire of N. Grosvenordale; stepchildren,

Rita Montpelier of New Hampshire, Carol Montpelier of Putnam, Alice Chartier and her husband David of Dayville, Eugene Montpelier of Putnam; siblings, Joseph “Sonny” Mayo of Brooklyn, James “Butch” Mayo of Pomfret, Elizabeth Uhles of Alaska, Alice Bury of Baltic, Rose Mary Long of Putnam; many grand-children; great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews and friends.

She sas predeceased by her sons, James E. Thompson in 1992 and Everett E. Thompson in 2004; step-children, Armand Montpelier, Jr., and Robert Montpelier; siblings Dorothy Russell, Ira Mayo, Sr., Frank Mayo, Sr., Helen Beaudry, Minnie Dolchak, Dora Kendrick, and Philip Mayo, Sr.

A Graveside Service will be Saturday, July 12, 2014 at 11 a.m. in West Thompson Cemetery, Thompson, CT.

To share a memory with her family “Light a Candle” at www.smithand-walkerfh.com.

Annie Montpelier, 86

WOODSTOCK – LaToya (Bentley) Meunier, 32, of Old Hall Rd., passed away on Monday, June 30, 2014, in her home.

She is the loving wife of Michael Meunier.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of Helen (Curry) Bentley of Putnam.

LaToya’s bubbly personality drew people to her. She enjoyed working out, dancing, friends, family, and her puppies. She was the glue that kept everyone together.

In addition to her husband and her

mother, LaToya is survived by her two “babies” dogs, Mr. Carter and Chloé; and 8 kitties; brother, James Bentley of Manhattan, NY; sisters, Lucretia Bentley of Putnam, Rinata Champlain of Niantic, CT, and Monica Bentley of East Orange, NJ; nieces, Melaney and Angela and nephews, Dakota, Cassanova, Malachi, and Isaiah.

Memorial donations may be made to Michael Meunier, 37 Old Hall Rd., Woodstock, CT 06281.

The Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam, directed the arrangements.

For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com

LaToya Meunier, 32

B R O O K L Y N — Paul Edward Berthiaume, Sr., 84, of Brooklyn passed away July 4, 2014 at Backus Hospital surrounded by his family.

Paul was born July 1, 1930, the son

of the late Edward and Eva Berthiaume of Danielson.

Paul is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Gloria Berthiaume of Brooklyn; his daughter, Deborah Gill and husband Patrick of West Virginia; his son, Paul Berthiaume, Jr. and wife Catherine of Lebanon; his son, Mark Berthiaume and wife Muriel of Brooklyn; son, Gary Berthiaume and wife Gail of Thompson; son, Steven Berthiaume and girlfriend Bernadette Schuster of Danielson; son, John Berthiaume and wife Ann of Dayville and daughter, Michelle Viens and hus-band Jonathan of Danielson. He also leaves behind his ten loving grandchil-dren; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He is also sur-vived by his sister Georgette Pappas of Danielson.

He is predeceased by his brother Armand Berthiaume of Brooklyn.

Paul graduated from Providence College in 1952.

He was a member of the National Guard from 1947 to 1950 and the Army

from 1953 to 1955. Paul taught at the

Brooklyn school from 1956 to 1999 where he received the Teacher of the Year Award in 1991. After that he taught sev-eral classes for many years at QVCC in the Learning In Retirement Program.

After his family first, was his love of teaching, going to the Thompson Speedway with his boys and grand-sons, watching the Red Sox, listening to Country Music, and watching old movies.

Paul was a life member of the American Legion and the Elks. He was also involved in the Little League and Senior Leagues in the 60’s and 70’s. Paul gave 16 years of service to the American Legion Post 21 Ambulance.

There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, July 12, 2014 at noon at St. James Church, 12 Franklin St., Danielson. A private burial will be at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made and his memory to the LIR Scholarship Fund, c/o Monique Wolanin, QVCC Foundation, 742 Upper Maple Street, Dayville, CT or the American Cancer Society.

To share a memory with his fami-ly, Light a Candle” at www.smithand-walkerfh.com.

Paul E. Berthiaume, Sr., 84

B R E W S T E R , Mass. — Virginia F. Joudrey, 91, former-ly of Foxmeadow Drive, Brewster, passed peacefully on Sunday, June 29, 2014 at Overlook Masonic Home in Charlton, MA.

She was predeceased by her husband of 34 years, Harold E. Joudrey in 1977.

She leaves her three children, Virginia C. Renaud of South Dennis, MA, Paul E. Joudrey and his wife Linda of Woodstock, CT and and Ann J. Donner and her husband Chris of South Orleans, MA; her siblings: Richard, Robert and Paul Fournier, Phyllis Brunelle, Ann Gagnon, and Joan Cullman; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Her brother, Alfred Fournier, her two sisters, Eleanor Blomstrom and Janet Manning, and a granddaughter, Michelle Renaud predeceased her.

She was born in Auburn, MA, to the late Alfred and Veronica (Barber) Fournier.

Virginia was raised in Auburn and graduated from Auburn High School

after which she attended secretarial school.

She married and later moved to Simsbury, CT, where she belonged to St. Mary’s church and was employed by Aetna Life and Casualty Co., and the Society for Savings Bank. She moved to Cape Cod in 1978 and was employed by Drake, Swan and Crocker until her retirement.

Virginia possessed a great joie de vivre, and her family was most import-ant to her.

She was an avid gardener, enjoyed golf, bridge, genealogy, and travel. She was a member of the women’s golf league at The Captain’s Golf Course in Brewster, as well as the Brewster Historical Society.

A celebration of her life was held Thursday, July 10, 2014. A private burial will take place at Simsbury Cemetery, Simsbury, CT, at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family respect-fully requests that donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Paradis-Givner Funeral Home in Oxford, MA is assisting with arrange-ments.

www.paradisfuneralhome.com

Virginia F. Joudrey, 91

NORWALK, CT – Joan B. (Keefer) Albanese, 93, died Sunday, June 29, 2014 in Webster Manor, Webster after a long illness.

She leaves her husband of 50 years, Rocco J. Albanese; 2 sons, Robert E. Lee and his wife Sonia of Sunrise, FL and William G. Lee of Miami, FL; a daughter, Geraldine M. Drobot and her husband Joseph of Thompson; 5 grand-children, Jennifer, Morgan, M arjorie, Jason and Jill and 4 great-grandchil-dren, Luka, Alex, Arden and Charlotte.

She was born and raised in New Rochelle, NY, the daughter of Francis and Beatrice (Pering) Keefer. She grad-

uated from New Rochelle High School. She moved to Norwalk in 1964 and to Webster Manor last December.

She was a member of Saint Matthew’s Church in Norwalk.

There are no calling hours. A memo-rial Mass will be held at a later date.

Donations in her name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942.

Arrangements are under the direc-tion of Sitkowski & Malboeuf Funeral Home, 340 School St., Webster.

www.sitkowski-malboeuf.com

Joan B. Albanese, 93


FRIDAY, JULY 11Live music with Mid Life Crisisat Kickers Sports Cafe& Restaurant14 Central St., Danielson, CT860-932-5053 FRI., SAT., SUN., JULY 11,12, 13DockDogs at Klem’sDock Jumping + Diving CaninePerformance SportsREGISTER NOW!www.dockdogs.com117 West Main St., Spencer, MA

JULY 13-18Lacrosse Camp for boys ages 6-18at Hyde SchoolBoard for the week orday campers acceptedwww.hyde.edu/laxcamp FRIDAY, JULY 18Live music withsynerGyat Kickers Sports Cafe& Restaurant14 Central St., Danielson, CT860-932-5053 VW Cruise Nightat Frog Rock Rest StopRt. 44, Eastford, CT860-942-0131 SATURDAY, JULY 199th Annual Summer Celebrationat the Woodstock FairgroundsWoodstock, CT10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Sponsored by NortheastPlacement Services, Inc.A kid-friendly eventVendors wanted!Call to reserve your spotBarbara Peckhamat 860-634-3113 or Bonny Woodward at 860-634-3114 SUNDAY, JULY 20Live music withSecond Helpingat Frog Rock Rest StopRt. 44, Eastford, CT860-942-0131 FRIDAY, AUGUST 18:00 p.m.Les Miserablespresented at Hyde SchoolCultural Centerto benefit Day Kimball,QVCC Foundation, and

TNECT. Tickets $20Also showing Aug. 2 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.and Aug. 3 at 2:00 p.m.For tickets go tolesmisatthehyde.com SATURDAY, AUGUST 2Live music withPirates for Peaceat Kickers Sports Cafe& Restaurant14 Central St., Danielson, CT860-932-5053 SATURDAY, AUGUST 23Blue Man GroupLive in BostonTrip sponsored by EastConnTickets and bus trip: $84Call 860-779-3770 oreastconn.org/continuingedto register ONGOING Cruising for CharityCar ShowWednesday nights at Klem’sStarts June 4th through Aug. 27th117 West Main St., Spencer, MAView the full schedule atwww.klemsonline.com Free Community Yogawith Judy DaviauEvery Sunday at 6:30 p.m.Cash donations acceptedfor P.A.W.S.and nonperishablefood collected forDaily BreadStrong Bodies/Strong Mind112 Main St., Putnam, CT Farmers Marketat Frog Rock Rest StopEvery Wednesdayfrom 3-6 p.m.Rte. 44, Eastford, CT860-942-0131 Roadhouse Blues JamEvery Sunday, 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.Cady’s Tavern2168 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, RI401-568-4102 Trivia NightWednesdays7:00 p.m. -9:30 p.m.Hillcrest Country Club325 Pleasant St., Leicester, MA508-892-9822

Wise Guys Team TriviaEvery Tuesday, 8:00 – 10:00 p.m.Cady’s Tavern2168 Putnam Pike (Rt. 44)Chepachet, RI401-568-4102 Open Mic at Coriander CafeFree, bring your instrumentLast Sunday of every month192 Eastford, Rd., Eastford, CT860-315-7691

KaraokeEvery Friday and Saturday 8 p.m.-12In the Veterans LoungePublic invitedAmerican Legion Tuttle Post #27988 Bancroft St., Auburn, MA508-832-2701 Karaoke and Dance PartyEvery Thursday and SaturdayTrivia Night and DJ KaraokeEvery Tuesday 7 p.m.- 9 p.m.Live Country MusicEvery other Friday at 9 p.m.Sherwood’s Restaurant & Bar35 Rte. 171, South Woodstock, CT860-963-1230

Live Entertainment Friday NightHexmark Tavern at Salem Cross Inn260 West Main St., West Brookfield, MA508-867-2345www.salemcrossinn.com Every Thursday is Chicken Night4 p.m. – 9 p.m.Family style baked chickenwith fries, pasta & marinara sauce,salad and rollsAdults: $11.75Children under 10: $6.75American Legion Tuttle Post #27988 Bancroft St., Auburn, MA508-832-2701 Trivia Nightat The Stomping GroundEvery Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.132 Main St., Putnam, CT860-928-7900Also, live musicfive nights a week(Wed.-Sun.) Klem’s Farmers MarketStarts June 4th through Oct. 25thSatrudays from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Fruits, vegetables, baked goods,plants, specialty gifts and more!

Local Events, Arts, and Entertainment ListingsHERE & THERE

Alternatives’ Community Gallery5 south Main St., Uxbridge, MA

Photographsand MemoriesArt by Terry Dunn and Lynn Konowitz Opening receptionFriday, July 11 from 4:00-7:00PM

Exhibit continues through August 29

July 11, noon-8pmKnights of Columbus Council 2087 will hold a fish fry in the Knights Hall, 1017 Riverside Drive, North Grosvenordale. Menu: fish and chips ($9); baked haddock ($11); bay scallops ($11); platters (combos of clams, scallops, fish) ($13); fisherman’s platters ($16). 860-923-2967 or [email protected].

July 11, 7:30pmMind Master Bruce James Comedian/Hypnotist will be performing his Las Vegas Style show at the VFW Post 1523 Putnam for One Show Only! Bruce James has appeared on Maury Povich, Jenny Jones, and the Today Show! Chicken BBQ Dinner, 9pm. $25 per person. For tickets call 860-336-1982.

July 12, 1pmKillingly Conservation Commission’s next walk is at the Quinebaug Reservoir at 1 pm. Walk the 2.5 trail around the scenic pond with knowledgeable conservation leaders. Go south of Danielson on Rt. 12, then left to 59 Shepard Hill Road state-owned property. See www.KillinglyConservation.org for complete “Get Outside” walk schedule through October.

July 12, 4-8pmEast Thompson Volunteer Fire Department’s 4th Annual Clam Cakes and Chowder. Chowder, clam cakes, and ice cream.530 East Thompson Rd, East Thompson. Please call ahead for large orders (860) 923-2152. Proceeds benefit East Thompson Volunteer Fire Department’s Station Maintenance Fund.

July 12, 5pmBaked, stuffed chicken dinner at Ekonk Community Grange, 723 Ekonk Hill Rd, Sterling. Blueberry Crisp for dessert. All you can eat; adults $12, children 12 and under $6, preschoolers free. For more info call 860-564-2131.

July 12, 11am -5pmFreedom Fair – Free Admission at Union Baptist Church 1369 Hartford Pike (Rte.101), East Killingly. Crafts, games. Kid’s Talent Contest: $5 registration fee: with cash prizes - ages: 5-11 and 12 -17. Scholastic Book Sale.

Clam Cakes, Chowder, Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Steak Tips, and Pulled Pork. 860-774-7709

July 13, 1-3pmFamily Program - Stenciling Workshop! The Prudence Crandall Museum invites adults and children (ages 6 and up) to a Introduction to Stenciling Workshop! Cost: $7.00 which includes supplies and Museum Admission. To register call: 860-546-7800. The Prudence Crandall Museum is located at 1 South Canterbury Road, Canterbury.

July 14, 9am30th Annual Day Kimball Golf Classic, Connecticut National Golf Club, Putnam and Quinnatisset Country Club, Thompson, To benefit the Day Kimball Healthcare Annual Giving Appeal.

July 15, 12noonTEEG Learn and Lunch, Pomfret Senior Center, Rte. 44 Pomfret; followed by a presentation by the Audubon Society on bird behaviors & learn about the amazing bird walks offered in our area! 2:30 Bingo for fun. All surrounding town Seniors are welcomed.

July 16, 1:30pm Trivia with John Carter; winner gets a prize. At the Pomfret Senior Center, Rte. 44, Pomfret. All surrounding town Seniors are welcomed.

July 18 5-8pm Invitation to Artique, Pace for a Purpose fund raiser to benefit the DKH Deary Memorial Cancer Fund. Cost $35.00. Food, door prizes. Sign up at www.artiqueputnam.com 860-933-2221. Donations apply to gift certificates. Contact Amy [email protected] 860-963-9055

July 18, 10-11amCraft Time at The Killingly Library:Ages 5-10 years...come and enjoy some summer fun & crafty good times!Registration required stop in or call to register. 860-779-5383

July 19, 10am-4pmCommunity Fire Department’s Famous Roast

Beef Sandwiches, $6 for sandwich, chips & soda. French fries $3. At Community Fire Department, Riverside Drive, North Grosvenordale.

July 20, 9am-11amFree Running Clinic, Tourtellote High School track, sponsored by Northeast Opportunities for Wellness, preregistration required, email [email protected] or [email protected].

July 21 - 25, 9am -12noonVacation Bible School - Cornerstone Baptist Church, 247 Broad St., Danielson. Free for all kids entering Kindergarten through 5th grade by Sept. Join the fun for: “Weird Animals - Where Jesus’ Love Is One-of-a-Kind.” Free lunch daily. Register: http://www.cbcct.us/ or call 860 774-3907.

July 22, 12-2pmPomfret Senior Center Rte. 44 Pomfret Center - TEEG Learn and Lunch Presentation “All about Social Security with Natalie Sowersby on the ins and outs of Social Security programs, benefits and services. Surrounding town seniors are welcome.

July 23, 6-9pmDay Kimball HomeMakers Senior Dance, Putnam Lodge of Elks, Edmond Street, Putnam (Exit 96 off I-395). No RSVP required.

July 23, 12:30Pomfret Senior Center Rte. 44 Pomfret Center - Movie “Captain Phillips” Surrounding town seniors are welcome.

July 25, 10-11amCraft Time at The Killingly Library:Ages 5-10 years...come and enjoy some summer fun & crafty good times!Registration required stop in or call to register. 860-779-5383

July 31, 6pm-8pmDeary Memorial Cancer Fund Celebrity Scoops Night, Deary Bros. Mike’s Stand, Putnam, To benefit the Deary Memorial Race, Walk & Ride.

August 2, 2pmFrench River Frog Regatta by Knights of Columbus and St. Joseph School in North Grosvenordale. The plastic frogs are sold for $5 and may be purchased at the Knights Hall 860-923-2967, at St. Joseph School at 26 Main Street 860-923-2090. For more info [email protected] or 860-923-2967. Cash prizes.

August 1, 8pmLes Miserables presented at Hyde School Cultural Center to benefit Day Kimball, QVCC Foundation, and TNECT. Tickets $20. Also showing Aug. 2 at 2 and 8pm, and Aug. 3 at 2pm. For tickets go to lesmisatthehyde.com.

August 1, 10-11amCraft Time at The Killingly Library:Ages 5-10 years...come and enjoy some summer fun & crafty good times!Registration required stop in or call to register. 860-779-5383

August 2, 5-7pm Free ice-cream social with music. United Methodist Church of Danielson, 9 Spring Street, Danielson.

August 2, 10am - 2pm “Building Up God’s House” Vacation Bible School - open to all youth. Lunch provided. United Methodist Church of Danielson, 9 Spring Street, Danielson. “Safe Sanctuary Policy” in effect for all activities.

Every Monday, 9-11am Free breakfast at the United Methodist Church of Danielson, 9 Spring Street, Danielson. During the month of July and August we will be having a children’s activity during breakfast. “Safe Sanctuary Policy” in effect for all activities.

Every Tuesday, 7pmBingo at the VFW, 207 Providence Street, Putnam, 2 quickies/progressive, 2 WTAs, 90% payout. Food is available.

This page is designed to shine a light on upcoming local nonprofit, educational andcommunity events. Submissions are limited to 50 words or less and are FREE to qualifying

organizations, schools, churches and town offices. Once a month we will shine our spotlight on a local nonprofitorganization and the great things they do to brighten our community!

To submit your event contact:Teri Stohlberg at 860-928-1818 ext. 104, or [email protected]. Deadline for submission is Monday at Noon

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“Shining a light on community events”


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12’ ALUMINUM V HULL

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$1,200 OBO

COMPOUND BOWPSE MODEL

11 arrows with case$400 OBO

Call 508-764-6058

12’ ALUMINUM V-HULL BOAT

w/6hp Johnson Motor#6R69M

w/oars & 2 life vests$400.00

SMALL TRASHTRAILER

New tires$325.00

860-928-2205

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TOOL BOXES(1) like new

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$150

(1) In Bed Tool BoxIn good condition

$150

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2003/2004 Authentic St Patricks game

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MIXED BUDWEISER &

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Vanities Pedestal Sinks

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6’ LEER 700 TONNEAUCOVER

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$425.00

Call 860-933-1444

8FT. SLATE POOL TABLE

Excellent Shape$500

Hand Carved BarMust See!

$800

BOSE SURROUNDSOUND SYSTEM

Paid $2000Asking $700

508-243-2157

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Great for your garden$10 per bag

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Angle Iron CutterFor Shelving

4W296, HK Potter 2790Normally Sells For $700

$90 OBO

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

~ANTIQUES~Hoosier Cabinet

Oak Round Table/chairsOak Hutch

Mahogany Secretary DeskMahogany HutchPie Safe Hutch

Oat Bureau2 Drop-leaf Mahogany

TablesMaple Rocker/Glider

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508-344-9555

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BABY ITEMS2 swings, bouncy seat,

Pottery Barn wickerbassinet w/all bedding,

bumbo seat w/tray, doorway bouncer,

duck bath, boys clothes 3-9 months.All Like New!

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508-243-1078

CALDERA HOT TUB2-person

$2,000 or b/oSTEEL TOW CAR

DOLLYwith electric brakes

$700 or b/oREESE WEIGHT

DISTRIBUTION HITCHwith sway control

$300 or b/o508-248-0990

CAMERAS2 CANON AE-1

with 50 mm lens

1 SOLIGORWide Auto F2.8 28mm

1 VIVITAR 75-205mmClose focusing auto zoom

Plus more lenses

Asking $300.00 for all860-779-2246 or

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CAR SEATFOR SALE

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CHAMPIONPORTABLE

GENERATORModel 41135

6800 starting watts550 Rotel Watts

2 years old, Never usedPaid $750.00

Asking $550.00Call Gordon

508-234-3589

CROSS BOW by WEIDER

Home Gym Barely used-condition like new.

paid 1300.00 asking 600.00

Call after 3:00 pm (860)779-3844

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CEILING FAN WITH LIGHT4 BLADES

$40

WOOD STOVESUBURBAN

“WOODMASTER” WITH DAMPER CONTROLSUITABLE FOR CAMP USE

$100

16’ CANOE FIBERGLASS

GOOD CONDITION$150

4 WROUGHT IRON PATIO CHAIRSBRONZE WITH GREEN

CUSHIONS$100

INFANTSPORTABLE PACK

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$75

4 PAIR WOODSNOWSHOESSIZE LARGE WITH

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KENMOREWHISPERTONE

VACUUM$75.00

HUGE TV$50.00

HOOVER CANISTER

WINDTUNNEL$150.00 or best offer

ORECK$45.00

ENTERTAINMENTCENTER

$50.00

Call774-321-0662Danish Teak

Dining Room SetExcellent conditionTable (39.5 x 59)

with 2 leaves, 2 arm chairs, 2 side chairs

(reupholstered 8/13)Made in Denmark

$750.00Price Neg.

413-668-8890

DINING ROOMSET

$800.00/negotiable

***********GRANDFATHER

CLOCK$500.00/negotiable**********For pictures or other questions774-280-9565

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Dining Room SetSoild Maple

Table, 5 Chairs and HutchAsking

$275.00

China Dinner Set

8 piece place settingwhite background

w/pink roses$50.00

508-789-0864

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DINING SET/ HUTCH$450.00

ROLL TOP DESK$375.00

BOSTON ROCKER$100.00

BRASS GLASS TABLESET

$200.00

CASTOR CONVERTER$75.00

39 CHEVY COUP PRO-JECT

$5,000.00

BODY SHOP TOOLS

508-494-7857

DREMEL OSCILLATINGTOOL

Mod6300$55.00

MAKITA RANDOMORBIT SANDER

ModB0500$45.00

BLACK&DECKERROUTER

1-1/4HP$35.00

BOSCH B7000CORNER SANDER

w/pads$40.OO

BLACK&DECKERVARIABLE SPEEED

JIG SAW$18.00

508-461-9626

DROP LEAF COFFETABLE

$100

DROP LEAF CART $85

SWORD SET $65

END TABLEW/DRAWER

$75

END TABLE W/2 DRAWERS

$50

OLD END TABLE$45

TRUCK TOOL BOX1/2 TON

$80

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ELECTRIC CHORDORGAN

$75.00

EXTERIOR DOORW/JAM

3 ft. wide;6 ft. 8” high$125.00

TWO SUNROOFKITS$100.00

GIRL’S 22” BIKE$40.00

774-452-3514

ELECTRIC POWER CHAIR

MODEL JET 3 ULTRA from Scooter StoreExcellent Condition

Home owner’s manualPaid $6,000.00

Asking $4,700.00Will negotiate

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Electrical Material

Industrial, Commercial,Residential

Wire, Pipe, Fittings, Relays,Coils, Overloads, Fuses,

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New Recessed TrofferFlourescent 3-TubeT-8 277V Fixtures

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ELVIS PRESLEYCHRISTMAS

ALBUMThe first five recordings, vari-ous other LP’s and box sets

Call for details508-885-9992

ETHAN ALLEN DOUBLE SLEEPER

SOFACan’t tell from newWe paid $450.00.

Never Used $300.00 Firm508-797-1321

Everything you needfor camping

From Tent to DishesUsed but not abused!

$125.00

2-Wheeled BikesAs is $20.00/ea.

2-Minivan Car Sets$100.00/OBO

Cannon Power-Shot Camera 10x

$100.00

508-885-3136860-888-5207

Farm Fresh Eggs$2.00 dz.

860-576-5462

Fisher MinuteSnow Plow

7 1/2 Ft. with cutter edge.Good condition

No under carriage frame or wiring

Asking $1800508-885-2053Leave message

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50” JVC TVBuy all or separate

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FOR SALEBaby Carriage

CribPlaypen

Baby Sledwith Handle/Wheels

Band SawTable Saw

508-347-7013(Sturbridge)

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ENGINEOne 4-speed an one 5-speed to go with it. Fits Jeep P.U.

1985-1990Sell all or part

$350.00Call (860)774-4469

FOR SALEExercise Bike—$35

Golf Clubs/Bag—$50Table Saw—$50

Vintage Table Jig Saw—$50Wooden Boat in Glass Case —

$10016,000 BTU Air Conditioner —

$40Upright Freezer — $100

508-764-2054

For SaleLg.7 cu.ft. GE Gas Dryer.

6 yrs old, runs great.Stackable plates incl.

Washer died.Model#DCVH660GHGG

$200.00508-981-9718

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CUCUMBER CAGES13” wide x 54” tall

Made out of concrete wireWill last forever!

$4.00 each860-774-4469

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FOR SALEUsed high speed lock stitch

sewing machineRuns perfectly

Brother DB2-B714 with table 48”x20”x30”

Manual included$325.00

860-928-4794

Four 17” Low profileYokohama Tires

Mounted on Eikei Sportlinerims. Like new condition.

$600.00

Tread mill w/wide belt power

Incline and monitors Great condition

$275.00

860-928-3972

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RAIN BARRELS $200.00 or $50.00 each

LARGE BLACKSMITHANVIL$375.00

860-774-4050

GAS LOG FORSALE

Jotul GF200 LP Gas$650 OBO

MINI KOTA ELECTRIC

FISHING MOTOR36 lb. thrust, 5 speed

$125 OBO

FITNESS POWERRIDER$100 OBO

Call 508-943-2174

Haier-Mini Frig $60

(5) Utility Heaters $10/ea

(2) HON Side Chairs $40/ea

Treadmill $50

Recliner $75

Mink Fur Jacket-(6/7) $200

(2) Mid-back leather office chairs

$30/eaBell motorcyle

helmet Never used

$75Nursery Table

Solid Pine $65

Toddler Bed w/mattress-Oak

$60Beckett BurnerControl & Aquastat

$250(3) Kincaid “Replica”

Paintings2’x3’ $50/ea

(2) Dog Steps $15/ea

Dog Gate-plastic $15

Dog Gate-steelnever used

$30Christin Dior Tux Used once 42-44 long,

w/pleated shirt $200

Cast Iron ChristmasTree Stand

$40Water Cooler

Hot/Cold$70

Used Engine2002 Pontiac 3.4 ltr. V-6

$350Antique-Kelvinator

Electric range w/double oven, broiler

B/OCall Ed @

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HEADBOARD FULL ADJ.

Micro suede, oatmeal w.espwood trim$125 OBO

COFFEE/ESPRESSOMAKER 82

12 cups$75 OBO

HONEYWELLAIR CLEANER

rm sz, 15x20$50 OBO

Call 508-765-0621

HPPHOTOSMARTPRINTER A636

Model #8637A$30.00

or best offer508-347-3145

HUGE SALEHousehold items

Furniture SetsSchool Items, Binders,Lawn Tools, Patio Set,

chairs, Save up to 90% OFF

Many New, Snow Boots,Jacket, $1 to $120

Other Clothes

480-282-2490

Johnson and Evin-rude outboards,

2-30hp, several left fromlast season$200-$650.

Also, I need motors, parts - 1958-’85

508-885-6657

King Size Bedroom Set6 piece cherry wood

sleigh bed

$2500.00or best offer

508-272-7110

King Size Bedroom Set6 piece cherry wood

sleigh bed


508-272-7110

KIRBY SENTRIA IIVACUUM SYSTEM

with carpet cleaningattachment.

Six months old. $600 firm.

Call 508-987-3677

LADIES’ COATSFOR SALE

A beautiful 32” length natural mink jacket

Size large, color mahoganyPurchased at Macy’s and

worn only twicePaid $7,000

Will sacrifice for $4,000/OBO

Red leather 34” jacketwith tuxedo front fur

Full zip out lining, size largeAsking

$500.00/OBO

London Fogall-weather coat Color khaki, size 12

Never wornTickets still on

Asking $125.00

Call 860-963-0117

LED R-30 INDOORFLOODLIGHTS

by Philips12w = 65w

Instant on, very bright plus dimmable

Lasts 22.8 yearsBig box stores sell for

$26-$30YOU PAY $15.00 eachor 4 per case $50.00

Call Keith508-524-9328

010 FOR SALE

LG HIGH-ENERGYROOM

AIR CONDITIONER24,000 BTU

with timer, thermostatand sleeve

Will cool 1500 sq. ft. areaUsed one seasonRetails $600.00

Asking $250.00Pick up in Brooklyn203-904-3784

Lg. Pet Carrier$30.00

Golf Clubs/Bag$45.00

Antique PrintersDrawers

$15.00 ea.

Display Cabinet $50.00

774-452-3514LUMBER

Rough Pine - Dry5% moisture - Sizes up to

2”x18”x10’ Furniture quality$2.00 board foot or B.O.

508-476-7867Leave message

MARX LEATHERMATCHING

RECLINING CHAIRAND OTTOMAN

By LaneOriginal price $699.00

Asking $300.00

RATORO 22” PERSONAL PACE

MWRUsed once for 1 hour

$280.00

Call 413-245-9312between 1-6 p.m.

MINI ENVIRO PELLET STOVE

$1500.00

BRADBURYMINT HORSE COLLECTION

with cabinetExellent condition

$200.00

508-987-9211Moving...

SEARS PRO-FORMTREADMILLFolds up, heavy duty

Reg. maintained$200.00

or best offer

508-867-0368

NASCARDie-Cast Models

They’re Back!$5 And Up!

BRAND NEW SHIPMENT!

Blessings Farm5 H Foote Road

Charlton508-248-1411

LocalNews

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New Queen PillowTop

Mattress with Box Spring in Original Plas-

tic $150.00

Call: 508-410-7050

NORDICTRACK 4.5 Exercise Bike

$150.00

508-765-5627


Toyota � Scion � Used � College Graduates Welcome � Honest � Excellent Reputation � Salary � Commission � Bonuses � President Award Dealership � Car Allowance � 401K � Medical

-sphere � Management Opportunity � $55,000 Expectation the First Year � Experience NOT a Must, We Will Train. We are searching for the right female OR male to join our team. � If you are energetic, honest, drug-free, and desire a lucrative long term career...

See Shane Bacigalupo at Tri-State Toyota [email protected]

010 FOR SALE

NordicTrack Elite14.7 Elliptical

2 years old, Like new, Internet access, Paper work

Bought $1399asking $850.00

Wii w/Balance Board

Controllers, GamesBought $500

Asking $250.00

On Site Tablet andCell Phone Repair

All Carriers. We also purchase the same.

11 years and thousandsfixed at

Access Wireless & Sprint

outside Killingly Commons860-412-9010

PARKER CROSSBOW CAMO

Hand pull-ups, Extra String,Scope, Bolts, Cockingdevice, Custom Stock

Broad Heads, Broad headtarget, Easy out Target,

and much more!$946.00 Value

Asking $550.00508-847-4848

Pet Training &Live-in Crate

24”Lx19”Wx19”H Heavy duty11-gauge black epoxy

Like new $40.00

508-347-3145

Precious Moments Collection

and stands28 pieces

508-867-2887

PUSHBLOWER/CHIP/VAC

$300.00

860-315-7546

ROLAND ORGANMUSIC ATELIER

80G LUXURY including bench and

owner’s manual.Upper and lower keyboard

$500.00

508-867-9386

SNAPPERROTO-TILLERIR5003, Used Twice

Best Offer

TRAC VACModel 385-IC/385LH

Used OnceBest Offer

BEAR CATVAC-N-CHIP PRO

& VAC PROModels 72085, 72285,

72295Used TwiceBest Offer

CALL 508-765-5763

STURBRIDGE, MANEW

Air-ConditionerFRIEDRICH

Kuhl Plus SeriesSQ08n107500 BTU$449.00$400.00

FRIEDRICHFRA064VU16000 BTU$149.00

Both for $500

Mr. DesaiCell: 732-309-9366

Home: 508-347-2764

TOOL SHEDSMade of Texture 1-11

8x8 $7758x10 $9608x12 $10508x16 $1375

Delivered and Built On-SiteOther Sizes Available

CALL 413-324-1117

010 FOR SALE

TREES FOR SALEEvergreen Trees, ColoradoBlue Spruce, Potted Trees,

Silver Blue, 18”-22” tallAll 10 trees for $85Norway Spruce, 3.5’

5/$99Eastern Pine 5-7’ tall

5/$99Excellent privacy

border/ornamentalCall 508-278-5762

evenings

Truck MountedCarpet Cleaning

Van Ford 99 E250

with Bane-Cleane System IVGood Condition

Asking $8,500.00

Von Schrader VS2 Dry Foam

Upholstry Extractors$850.00 ea.

Extra VS II Brush Unit$275.00

Von Schrader VS IIIWall Cleaning Machine

$325.00

17” Pacific Floor Machine$275.00

413-967-7567

VERY LARGE VINTAGEOAK OFFICE DESK

$240 or B.O.

CHILD’S DESK$40

VINTAGE WATER ANDSNOW SKIS

Reasonable offers accepted

802-258-1599

Woodstove Environ “Kodiak”Brick lined metal w/glassdoor. Blower attached.

Excellent condition$500.00

Call 860-928-3790

YARDMAN 8 HPSNOWTHROWER

Tecumseh engine, elec. start,26” cut, w/chains

5-speedRuns good

Buying bigger508-885-5639

100 GENERAL

105 BULLETIN BOARD

AUBURNRESIDENT

NEEDS RIDEFor errands

and groceries1-2 times per month508-335-3728

107 MISC. FREE

FREEELECTRIC

HOSPITAL BED413-436-8520

FREE WOODPALLETSYou pick up

Monday thru Friday 8am-noon

Stonebridge Press25 Optical Drive

Southbridge(located behind

Southbridge Hotel &Conference Center)

109 MUSIC/ARTS

GUITAR1970 GIBSON J50

Acoustic w/caseGreat condition

$1800.00 o.b.o.774-633-0832

SMALL UPRIGHT WHITE LAQUER

PIANO w/Bench

11 years oldExcellent condition

Paid $3700Asking $1500508-637-1168

130 YARD SALES

YARD SALE221 Hillside Rd,

Southbridge, MAFriday 7/11/14

From 8-4, Sat 8-4, Sunday 1-4.

Beautiful Furniture incl.jenny lynn crib n changing

table and many usefulhousehold items.

YARD SALESAT., 7/12, 9-38 BOUNTY RD.

Items include Small Refrig., Exercise bike,

DVD’s/Electronics,Decorative and Household

items, and much more. Just putting a dent in the

cleaning out of ourbasement and sheds.

A must see!!!

135 LOST AND FOUND

—LOST—Large Male

Neutered CatStoneville Pond &Leicester St Area

Black with patches of white onhis belly

A little shy but basicallyfriendly

About 8 years old

Please call508-832-5512

Leave a message

200 GEN. BUSINESS

204 WATER EQUIPMENT

2000 SEADOO 720with caravan trailer

Red & whiteVery fast and fun!

$1500Call 774-244-6781

508-234-8297

205 BOATS

14’ STARCRAFTALUMINUM BOAT

with 5HP Mercury gas motor (2011) only 10 hrs use

Trailer included - plus seats & vests

Asking$1,800.00

508-867-2551

16’ BASSTRACKER BOAT

25hp Mercury MotorDepth Finder

Electric Trolling MotorSet up for fishing,

on a trailer$2000

508-885-5165

16 FT. FIBERGLASSSAILBOAT

with mainsail, jib and trailerwith new tires

$450.00774-230-0753

17’ QUEST PONTOON

50 HP Mercury four strokeOB, Bimini, Canvas Cover

and Trailer. Excellent Condition.

In the water in Woodstock, CT

$9750 860-614-4525

18’ C.CONSOLEKEYLARGOFIBERGLASS

BOAT75 4 Stroke Honda Fish Finder

Life Jackets, Auto Bilge,Bimini Boat Motor, Trailer Excellent,

Never been in salt water!Can be driven$8,700

860-974-1276

BOAT FOR SALE2009 Trophy

18’ WalkaroundPorta-potty, VHF

Fish finder and GPSStereo with CD player

115 MercCaravan roller trailer

Approximately 500 hours$18,000

Webster, MA508-943-1317

BOAT, MOTORAND TRAILER

Chrysler, Tri-HullBow Riderwith 60HP

Evenrude motorGalvanized trailer

Set up for fishing or pleasure’$1200.00

Extras - call for details508-949-1320

205 BOATS

For sale1996 PLAYBUOY

20’ PONTOON BOAT25hp Mercury Big Foot

Power tilt and trimAwning and furniture only

3 years oldRuns great$4,500.00

860-617-2298after 5 p.m.

OUTBOARDMOTOR

1976, 7HP EskaRuns mint

$300 OBO860-576-5462

265 FUEL/WOOD

Central Boiler E-Classic1400/2400

OUTDOOR WOODFURNACE

Cleaner & GreenerEPA Qualified

25-Year WarrantyCall Today

508-882-0178CrystalRockFarm.com

FIREWOODCut, Split & Delivered

Green & Seasoned

Wood Lots Wanted

Call Paul508-769-2351508-987-5349

FREE Construction

Wood2x4’s, 2x6’s,

Plywood beams, 3/4’ thick, Assorted sizes & thickness

Good for wood stoves and outdoor burners

Clean Wood!

508-867-2564Delivery Available

281 FREE PETS

LOOKING FOR AWONDERFUL

LOVING HOME...2-year-old Pitbull

with papersFemale named “Calle”Blue nose, not spayed

Great for single petenvironment

Call774-318-8439

283 PETS

12 YEAR OLDSULPHUR CRESTED

COCKATOOLoveable and talks

( but also very loud) Free to good home

cage included.Must consent to interview

& home visit.Contact Debbie508-579-0090

284 LOST & FOUND

PETS

Did you find your pet?

Or find a home for one?

LET US KNOW!!!Please call us so that we

can take your ad out of the paper...

Town-To-TownClassifieds

508-909-4111

LocalHeroes

FOUND HERE!

295 BUILDING SUPPLIES

HINGESHeavy duty 54” long

stainless steelpiano hinges

$50.00 eachBrand new

774-633-0832

298 WANTED TO BUY

Route169

Antiques884 Worcester St.Southbridge MA

Looking To PurchaseAntiques

And CollectiblesSingle Items

Or Entire Estates

We Buy It AllAnd Also Do

On-Site Estate SalesAnd

Estate Auctions

CALL MIKE ANYTIME

508-765-9512

GREATFLEA MARKET

Every Saturday and Sunday year round

Dealers, leave your stuff set-up in our secure facility

Dealer days every Wednesday and Friday, 12-6

Ever-changing array of cool, cool stuff

800-551-7767 dudleyflea.com

WANTEDOld Mopeds, Scooters,

Dirt BikesAny condition

Looking for projectsCash paid

Call TravisLeave message774-242-9227

(We also sell)

WANTED TO BUYBY COLLECTOROld comic books

1940s and upBeatles memorabilia

1960s and upFamous monster

magazines, Godzilla, Frankenstein andmonster items,Old toys and

advertising items

Call: 860-779-2469

WARRELICS& WAR

SOUVENIRSWANTED

WWII & EARLIERCA$H WAITING!

Helmets, Swords,Daggers, Bayonets,

Medals, Badges, Flags, Uniforms, etc.

Over 30 Years Experience.Call David

1-508-688-0847I’ll Come To YOU!

300 HELP WANTED

305 BUSINESS

OPPORTUNITIES

For Family Room2 Leather Couches

42”Lx33”Hx23”WA-1 Condition

(Fontana/armless)Originally $350

Asking $225/ea.

(508)234-2573

400 SERVICES

402 GENERAL SERVICES

Call The Junk Man

Trees Cut Brush/Limbs

Removed

WE NOW TAKE YOURAUTOS FOR CASH!

FREE METAL PICK-UP Appliances,

Furniture, TV’s. Construction

Materials. Cellars/Attics Cleaned.

Small BuildingDemolition, Tires.Leaves Removed.

Residential Moves.Furnaces Removed

Weekends also! Central Mass and

Connecticut Dave

508-867-2564 413-262-5082

448 FURNITURE

QUEEN PILLOW TOPMATTRESS SET

$150.00I have a NEW Queen

Mattress w/Boxstill in the

original plastic! NAME BRAND

Call/text 860-916-5040

481 POOLS/SPAS

18 FT.ABOVE GROUND

POOLUsed only one season!

Moving, must sellEverything included


Call 508-796-5192Leave message

500 REAL ESTATE

501 REAL ESTATE

WANTED

************EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

*************All real estate advertising in this

newspaper is subject to TheFederal Fair Housing Act of1968, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination

based on race, color, religion,sex, handicap, familial status(number of children and orpregnancy), national origin,

ancestry, age, marital status, orany intention to make an such

preference, limitation ordiscrimination. This newspaperwill not knowingly accept any

advertising for real estate that isin violation of the law.Our readers are hereby

informed that all dwellings advertising in this newspaper

are available on and equal opportunity basis. To complain about

discrimination call TheDepartment of Housing andUrban Development “HUD” toll-free at 1-800-669-9777.

For the N.E. area, call HUD ad617-565-5308,. The toll free

number for the hearing impairedis 1-800-927-9275

545 LANDS/LOTS

FOR SALE!MAKE AN OFFER!

39 Acres in Burlington, Maine10 acres cleared;the rest is woodedBreathtaking views

Electricity at the end of the dri-veway

Call after 5:00 p.m.860-923-9266

Email: [email protected]

546 CEMETERY LOTS

CEMETERY LOTSAVAILABLE

Pine Grove CemeterySpencer, MA

Single lot $1000Double $2000

Call Mike774-200-6164

orpinegrovecemetery

[email protected]

Cemetery PlotsWorcester County Memorial

ParkValor II SectionGraves 1 & 2

Valued at $7600Asking $4000

508-885-6489508-885-4278

WORCESTERCOUNTY

MEMORIAL PARK2 plots in Good Shepherd

Plot #97$2,500.00

Will pay transfer fee508-867-3729

Worcester CountyMemorial Park

Double plot$2300.00

($4600.00 value)Will pay transfer fee

508-248-3303

WORCESTER COUNTYMEMORIAL PARK

Paxton, MAFaith/Crypts

Lot 84C #1 Space$4200

508-943-0671

546 CEMETERY LOTS

WORCESTER COUNTYMEMORIAL PARK

Two grave plots:Valor I (#291, Unit A,

graves 1 and 2)Current value $8200.00

Offered: $5,850.00508-499-7957

[email protected]

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550 MOBILE HOMES

For SaleMOBILE HOME

2 bedroomsin a quiet parkin Dayville, CT

$25,000includes all appliances

Call860-774-3195

or860-608-6407

575 VACATION RENTALS

CAPE COD TIMESHARE FOR SALE

Edgewater Beach Resort95 Chase Avenue

Dennisport, MA 02639Across the streetfrom the water

Studio (Unit 706)Fixed week 33 (August)

Deeded rights

You’ll own it for a lifetime& can be passed down toyour children and grand

children. Will entertain anyreasonable offer.

508-347-3145

RV in Co-op Park$26,900

Woodstock, CT

Seasonal campsite Meadowside of Woodstock,

Own your own lot. Trailer with add-ons which

contain large family room, twobedrooms, dining room,

screened porch, vinyl siding,large shed, outdoor fire pit,

mostly furnished. Park ammenities:

large swimming pool, rec hall. pavilion, mini golf, bocci,

horseshoes, fish pond, playground-low yearly

maintenance fees.

Rte.25 197, Woodstock, CT

Unit #5

772-233-1555

577 SUMMER RENTALS

THINK SUMMER at the CAPE!

South Dennis, off Rte. 134:

Cozy 3 BR, (dbl, queen, 2 twins) 1 bath home withfull kitchen & microwave,washer/dryer, screened inporch w/ picnic table, grill,cable TV. Outdoor shower.

On dead-end street. Near shopping, theater,restaurants, bike trail,fishing, playground,

10 minutes from bay andocean side beaches.

Weeks still available August 2 - August 9

Off season rates available

Call Janet at 508-865-1583

after 6 pm, or email June at [email protected]

for more information.

578 WINTER RENTALS

FLORIDA WINTER RENTAL

2 bedroom, 2 bath, Furnished mobile home55+, Club house, Pool,

Beach nearby$1300/mo

Available Sept-June413-443-7660

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700 AUTOMOTIVE

705 AUTO ACCESSORIES

2006 CAR TRAILEROpen deck, rear ramps, nice

shape, spare, whinch, led lights4 wheel elec. brakesAsking $1,500774-545-5148

4 HANOOK SNOWTIRES

235/55/R18 100TLike new

All 4, $245

RETRACTABLE CARGO COVER

FOR CHEVY EQUINOXBrand new, $65

U-HAUL TRAILERHITCHClass II

2-inch receiver fits Chevy Equinox from 2004-

2013$75

Call Mark508-887-2847

4 Tires w/Rims2009 midsize Ford

125/55R16Will fit new Ford 5 lug pattern

$450.00

508-943-1740

AUDI A4 HEAVY-WEIGHT & A5 Light-weightCustom fit covers

$100.00

2010 A5 DIGITAL-FITFLOOR MATS

$100.00

A5 SNOWTIRES (4)(Michelin)

on German alloysLike New

$600.00 FirmExcellent Condition

508-764-9309

JEEP CHEROKEERIMS (5)17x7.5 rims

1 with mounted tireStored in garage$300.00 or BO

508-867-5156

PASSENGER SIDE REAR VIEW

MIRROR FOR ‘05 SILVERADO

Mirror has signal, heat andpower in & out for haulingtrailer (plastic casing piece

broke off)Black

$200.00860-377-8374

TIRES AND RIMSFOR JEEP LIB-

ERTY AND FORDRANGER

235/70/16Nordsman M+S

Pressure valve stem systemon Voxx racing rims

$600.00860-779-2246

705 AUTO ACCESSORIES

WeathertechFloor Mats

Gray, Front and Rear FitsJeep Liberty 2008-2012

Like New $100.00

508-347-3145

720 CLASSICS

1934 MERCEDES 500k, Heritage Replica,

Red, Tan Int.,Rebuilt ‘79 Camaro

AC, 1000 miles since built,Always inside MUST SEE!$19,750

860-774-5802860-774-1932

[email protected]

1962 2-DOORCHEVROLET BEL AIR

Small V8Automatic

$12,500/OBO508-949-0771

Early 1964 1/2 Mustang Coupe

with factory 260 V8White w/red interior,Excellent condition,

All receipts, Complete documentation.

No disappointments.

$16,900or best offer

860-871-5777

725 AUTOMOBILES

1993 FORD F450 Caterpillar Service truck

450 Dually7.3 International diesel5 Speed transmission

Service body2,100 miles

International 2050 Rotating Crane

$3,400508-779-0194

2003 BUICK CENTURY

4 door, Gray190,000 Miles

Needs some work$750.00

774-200-5152

2004 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE

Blue and saddle26,281 miles on it

New tires and brakesAsking $32,000

Call or text Paul at774-641-4050

2004 PONTIAC GTO

Torrid red with black leather interior, 5.7L LS1 V8

automatic transmission73,000 miles

Asking $10,900Call 508-949-1816

2006 MERCURYMOUNTAINEER

82,000 miles, one owner,All-wheel Drive, V6, seats 7

Good Condition$8,000

Ph: 508-949-2270

725 AUTOMOBILES

2005 FORD TAURUS4-door, Air Condition,

Light Bronze color133,000 milesGood condition

$3,300508-779-0194

720 FOREIGN AUTO

‘01 VW BUG $1950 or BO

Runs Great860-753-2096

‘02 NISSANMAXIMA

New tires/brakes last fallNew sticker

152K$2,600.00

508-865-4656

1980 MGB$7,000

Nice interior, runs greatMany new parts, top, engine,

suspension, brakes, etc.

508-987-1228

1984 VW RDXConvertible

4-speed standard transmission183,000 miles

$595.00needs minor work508-779-0194

2005 LOTUS ELISESport and Touring

PackagesArctic Silver metallic paintwith black leather interior

Star Shield paint protection11,000 miles

Dealer maintained$35,000

508-847-5274

2012 TOYOTACAMRY LE

Black, all power, Bluetooth,Car cover

Snow tires on rims34 miles per gallon

40,000 highway milesExcellent condition

Call Patty$16,250

508-949-1320

740 MOTORCYCLES

‘05 HONDA VTX 1300

6600 mi., Candy Red, New plugs, Battery

$6000/OBO

‘98 HONDA 1100 TOURER

New front tires, Brakes,Battery

Trailer Included$5000/OBO

GENERAC GEN.5500 wt.

$300/OBO

860-923-9067

1999 BMWR1100R21,800 mi,

Excellent condition, with hard bags, Blue

$3500508-735-2436

740 MOTORCYCLES

2000 HARLEYDAVIDSON

Heritage Softail20,000 miles

Excellent Condition1 Owner$89,000

508-341-6127

2007 HARLEYDAVIDSON ROAD KING

96 cu. in., 6-speed transmission

Excellent condition$10,500 or BO413-245-9029

2007 SUZUKIBURGMAN 400

SCOOTERLike new

Less than 3K miles$3,600

Call 508-335-2747

2008 KAWASKIVULCAN 500

MOTORCYCLE3200 mi., Black

Like NewAsking $3800

508-867-8374

BRAND NEW 150cc Scooter

4 stroke, single cylinder,11HP, 6000rpm,

Electric/Key Ignition,Automatic, 71x96x46, Front disk, Rear drumbrake, Max 65mph,

1.6 gal. 350lb, School bus yellow

$1,200.00(508)341-9282Like New-Under

2,300 milesSpring around the corner

be ready-to-ride with this fantastic 2006 Suzuki

Boulevard VL800K Like new Saddle bags-VisorBuy Now for fantastic start

to spring$4900.00

774-329-9160


Motorcycle for sale

2001 Harley DavidsonNight Train 1450

Less than 20,000 miles Selling because bought

new bike$10,000 firm

860-753-2096

WANTED Kawasaki

Motorcycles1968-82

(3 cylinder prefered)Any Condition

CAll JOE(978)760-5042

or (508)481-3397

745 RECREATIONAL

VEHICLES

2001 ITASCA SUNDANCER

MOTOR HOME30 ft. with slideout

Sleeps 7Ford F450, low mileage

Good conditionCall 508-892-3612

for appointment to view

750 CAMPERS/TRAILERS

2000 WINNEBAGOJOURNEY 34B

Jadestone/White,Cummins 275HP Diesel

Pusher, Allison 5-spd Trans,Tow Package

Sleeps 5Retractable Slide, Auto

Leveling, Full Kitchen, Bath,Queen Bedroom, Corian Tops,Wash/Dry Hook-up, 10-gal.

Hot Water Tank, CentralAir/Heat, Oak Wood/Rug Floor,

Elec. Fireplace, Satellite System,

Beautiful Oak Cabinets, 2 TVs,VCR, Back-up Camera,

Solar PanelMany Extras...Must See

$38,000Just reduced — make

a reasonable offer860-412-0488

2005 PALOMINOPOP-UP CAMPING

TRAILERExcellent Condition

Garaged during off seasonsOne owner

Used only 4 weeks a yearSleeps 6, 3 burner gas

stoveSmall gas/electric

refrigeratorMUST SEE!

MUST SELL!

$3995508-885-7680

For Sale

2006 16’HARDTOPCAMPER

Lightweight trailerSleeps 5

Shower, toilet, fridge,stove, microwave

Ready to go$5,500Call Ron

508-764-3959774-230-4648

LAKESIDE RVRESORT

Own RV lot for less than rentingDevelopers final phase

All lots 50% offCamp, Canoe, Fish, Pool

Activity Center

508-989-8165

PARKMODELWITH LOFT

and full-length additionFurnished

12x16 with washer/dryerCampground seasonApril 15-October 15941-567-8719

or941-592-5318

760 VANS/TRUCKS

1992 GMCDiesel Truck

UPS Truck-Style,Aluminum Grumman Body,

Shelves. RebuiltTransmission/Motor,

New Fuel Tank, Radiator, Steer-ing Box. Dual Wheels,11’ Area Behind SeatsExcellent Condition

14,100GVWR

Call 5pm-8:30pm508-867-6546

2000 TOWN & COUNTRY

MINIVANNo rust, awesome shape

in and out.All-wheel drive, leather,

every option, new headlights,brakes, water pump$3600 or best offer

508-847-3281

2008 4WD CHEVYSILVERADO

62,200 miles with remainingtransferable warranty

Regular cab, 6 cylinders 4.3 Lwith trailer hitch

Clear title$10,000Text or call

508-751-3949 ordresserhillfarm@

aol.com

3/4 TON CHEVYSILVERADO4-wheel drive, 1986

Selling for parts

$600 FirmCall Mike

508-832-2566Please leave message

767 VEHICLES WANTED

ANTIQUE AUTOPARTS NEEDED

1937-1960Car and truck sheet metal

trim and exterior parts onlyNo mechanical parts

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By Keith Griffin

Volkswagen has continued a strong automotive tradition with the introduction of the all-new 2015 Golf GTI. It’s the compact hot hatch that brought the craze for sporty hatchbacks to this country when it was first introduced in 1983.

The VW Golf, the parent of the GTI so to speak, is celebrating its 40th anniversary and what a four-decade period it has been. More than 30 million have been sold worldwide since its intro-ductions and there’s no reason to doubt the 2015 model will be a hit when it rolls out in August. As Michael Horn, president and CEO of VW Group of America, said at the Golf’s media introduction in San Francisco, “Without the Golf, the brand wouldn’t be where it is today.”

Let’s focus on the Golf GTI (with just a little dash of its electric sib-ling the e-Golf thrown in) because it is currently on the market. Volkswagen decided to bring the sportier version to market first and it makes sense to launch the GTI first because it represented almost half of all Golf sales in 2013.

There’s a lot of power emanating from under the hood. The 2.0-liter TSI four-cylinder engine puts out 210 horsepower and 258 lb. ft. of torque. (The optional performance package boosts output up to 220 horsepower.) There’s a lot zip from the Golf off the line and when it’s being pushed hard through the curves. This little hatch always felt planted with responsive input from its electric assist rack-and-pinion steering.

Maybe little hatch isn’t the right phrase because the Golf doesn’t feel so little any more. It is 2.2 inch-es longer and 0.5 inches wider than its predecessor. It is also 1.1 inches lower, which helps both aerody-namic performance and the car’s proportions. The interior has 0.6 inches more rear-seat legroom and 1.2 inches of additional shoulder room. Are you going to fit three American adults comfortably in the backseat? Not if they are of normal proportions. The trunk is approximately 10 percent larger than in the car it replaces and has more cargo space than any midsize sedan on the market, VW claims, with 22.8 cubic feet of space.

The Golf GTI is better equipped than its predecessor. The base Golf GTI S, which starts at $24,395 (plus $820 destination charge) for the two-door model with manual trans-mission, adds the following over the previous entry-level GTI: stan-dard 5.8-inch touchscreen infotain-ment center, a leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel, VW Car-Net connected services, ambi-ent and footwell lighting with LED reading lights, LED foglights, and a new Driving Mode Selection fea-ture. VW says owners will pay more but get more value.

On the safety front, the Golf and Golf GTI models, when equipped with optional forward collision warning, have earned a 2014 Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. They feature a number of electronic and mechanical driv-er assistance systems, including the automatic post-collision brak-ing system that applies the brakes when a primary collision is detect-ed by the airbag sensors to reduce residual kinetic energy and, in turn, the chance of additional dam-age. All Golf and Golf GTI models are equipped with standard elec-tronic stability control (ESC) and six airbags. The SE and SEL mod-els are also available with a driver assistance package that includes forward collision warning and front and rear park distance con-trol systems.

Another intriguing Golf hitting the market is the e-Golf, which is fully electric. It is s powered by a 115-horsepower electric motor with 199 lb. ft. of torque. It is rated at 0-60 in 10 seconds by VW but felt a lot zippier in testing outside of San Francisco. Top speed is limit-ed to 87 mph. Its range is expected to be anywhere from 70 to 90 miles with a maximum distance of 115 miles when it goes on sale in the fourth quarter of this year. It com-pares to the Nissan Leaf but is a lot more fun to drive if you crave an EV with some attitude (or at least one that has a genetic link to hatches with attitude).

2015 VW Golf GTI

THE BASICSPrice, base (with destination):

$25,215 Golf GTI two-door with six-speed manual transmission. Fuel economy: 25-mpg city/34-mpg highway with six-speed manual Drivetrain: 2.0L inline four cylinder, 16V, turbo-charged/intercooled, TSI Body: Two-door hatch and four-door hatch

THE SPECIFICSHorsepower: 210 hp @ 4,500 rpm Torque: 258 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm Overall length: 168.0 inches Wheelbase: 103.6 inches Height: 56.8 inches Width: 70.5 inches Curb weight: 2972 lbs. (MT/2-door)

THE GOOD: Volkswagen has stayed true to the hot hatch heri-tage of the Golf GTI with the 2015 model. Purists will find nothing not to like about this car – espe-cially with all the refinements for 2015.

THE BAD: While bigger inside, it’s still cramped in the rear. Two normal-size adults will fit fine up front.

THE BOTTOM LINE: The 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI continues to be the leader when it comes to hot hatches. Improvements made for this model year continue it sporty lineage dating back seven generations.

(For the latest new car news, fol-low me on Twitter at aboutused-cars. You can also read the latest automotive news at TorqueNews.com, where I am a contributor, or learn about buying and selling a used car at UsedCars.About.com.)

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