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Vol. XI, No. 22 Mailed free to requesting homes in Thompson Complimentary to homes by request (860) 928-1818/e-mail: [email protected] Friday, March 16, 2018

TRAFFIC JAM IN PUTNAM

John Fulco photo From left: Tina Aubin, Children’s Librarian, Priscilla Colwell, Library Director, Edward Bradley, Annice Bradley Rockwell The last train to Putnam BY OLIVIA RICHMAN NEWS STAFF WRITER

PUTNAM — Sometimes it’s the little things. The things you do that may seem simple — or even automatic — could mean a lot to someone else. The Putnam Public Library now has a work of art on their wall that commemorates that, donated by Charlie Lentz photo a patron Edward Bradley. The 74-year-old fondly recalled going to the library to use PUTNAM — Runners flood Canal Street in Putnam at the start of the Courthouse O’Putnam 5K the copy machines. And as a low tech person, he felt embar- road race on Sunday, March 11. The event drew 1,346 participants. Story on page B-1 of today’s rassed that he couldn’t use the machines, that he couldn’t sports section. figure it out. “And this has happened more than once,” said Bradley, from Woodstock. “The women who work at the library would see me struggling. One of them would notice and she would drop what she was doing and come over and help me. When Oliver’s story at Sochor Gallery you see that, it’s such a positive thing.” BY OLIVIA RICHMAN And Bradley wanted this to be recognized. NEWS STAFF WRITER “I want people to know that they’ve gone above and beyond to help people,” he said. “You don’t see that too much any- more.” PUTNAM — Almost a staple at Sochor Art Gallery in downtown Turn To TRAIN ­­­A15 Putnam, perhaps Tim Oliver’s page multi-media has become a town favorite. From sheet music to markers, Woodstock resident Oliver has been delighting the gallery’s visitors with not only his unique artwork, but interesting stories and insight on the local art scene.

What kind of work are you currently doing?

“I currently doing a lot of pen and ink and marker.” Olivia Richman photos Tim Oliver’s multi-media art collection is currently on display at the Sochor Turn To OLIVER page ­­­A15 Art Gallery.

COURTHOUSE O’PUTNAM 5K

Charlie Lentz photo

PUTNAM — The Courthouse O’Putnam 5K is a celebration of Ireland, physical fitness, and also a benefit for the Daily Bread food pantry in Putnam. Among the entrants for the event last Sunday, March 11, were: from left, Heather SNOWMAN SIGHTING Garosshen, Courtney Grundy, Kelsey Maxwell, and Dawn WOODSTOCK — Mickey Morgan, from Woodstock, Combies. takes a break from shoveling to create a friend to keep him company. A2 • Friday, March 16, 2018 Villager Newspapers Eversource crews restored power to thousands of customers over the last two weeks. EASTFORD — Working non-stop “We recognize how disruptive power last customer was restored.” alongside hundreds of out-of-state outages are to our customers’ lives and The company reminded customers utility workers, Eversource line and we greatly appreciate their patience to be cautious while continuing with tree crews continued making prog- this week as we rebuild and repair their own storm clean up, be careful ress restoring power to thousands of electric system,” said Eversource Vice moving or cutting tree limbs and look customers in Connecticut after two President of Electric Operations in for any wires that may be entangled in nor’easters hit the area over the last Connecticut Michael Hayhurst. “Our debris. Customers should always treat two weeks. Since the late storm season crews are doing a tremendous job, any downed power lines as live, stay at hit in March, crews restored power to working extended shifts around-the- least 10 feet away and report it to 9-1-1. approximately 232,000 homes and busi- clock since the first storm began on nesses. The company was on track to March 2, many of them didn’t have Courtesy photos have the vast majority of its customers power at their own homes but they have power back on line. were committed to working until every Eversource crews worked to restore power in Northeast Connecticut. Rain barrel workshops planned in Last Green Valley DANIELSON — The Last Green eastern Connecticut. To implement the (U.S. EPA), and the Long Island Sound district. ECCC is looking forward to sup- Valley is among many groups benefit- project, ECCD is partnering with the Futures Fund (LISFF). porting the Boy Scouts from your local ting from additional recent funding. Boy Scouts of America, various service Rain gardens and rain barrels are communities to participate in the project The Eastern Connecticut Conservation organizations at UConn, the Coca-Cola a low-cost solution to reducing non- and improve the water quality and wild- District (ECCD) has received funding Bottling Company, the Thames River point source pollution from entering life habitats in Eastern Connecticut. Of from the Long Island Sound Futures Basin Partnership, the Niantic River our rivers, streams, lakes, ponds and course, ECCD would be excited to engage Fund to conduct workshops, install 100 Watershed Committee and The Last Long Island Sound. Rain gardens are Girl Scout Troops in the project as well, rain gardens and 100 rain barrels in Green Valley. ECCD anticipates start- slight depressions in the ground in though we do not have a formal agree- ing the project in early 2018, planning which a variety of plants are installed. ment in place. throughout the winter months, then con- Stormwater runoff from rooftops, drive- If you are interested in attending a ducting workshops and installing the ways and sidewalks is redirected into the rain garden or rain barrel workshop, or rain gardens and rain barrels through- rain garden where it infiltrates into the installing a rain garden or rain barrel at out the spring, summer and fall. This soil and is filtered of contaminants. Rain your home, school, church or business, grant program combines funds from the barrels collect rainwater from rooftops please contact Dan.Mullins@comcast. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency preventing its discharge and waterways net or call (860) 319-8808, for more infor- while providing water for gardens and mation. flowers around the yard. This is an exciting new program for the Vacancy on Pomfret Board of Selectmen POMFRET — Pomfret new member must be until the next municipal is looking for a third mem- Unaffiliated, Republican election in November ber for its three-member or a member of another 2019 at which time all Board of Selectmen after minority party to comply members of the board the recently announced with minority represen- will be up for election. planned resignation tation statutes, and must For interested applicants, of Selectman Pam be filled within 30 days of the Board meets twice a Lewerenz. After just four the vacancy. month; the first Monday months into the new Nicholson stated plans at 7 p.m. and the third administration’s term to advertise the open seat Monday at 8 a.m. Lewerenz informed the to cast a wider net for A letter of interest and APRIL 18: Killingly Cleans- Earth Day Spring Cleanup board of her plans to interested applicants. brief resume should be move to South Carolina. “We want to take some submitted to: Selectman MAY 19: Harmonies and Hops Beer Fest/Spring Fest The board is made time to look for a replace- Vacancy, Pomfret Town up of First Selectman ment to ensure we give Hall, 5 Haven Road, SAVE JUNE 28: KBA Membership Mixer Maureen Nicholson and Pomfret residents an Pomfret Center, Ct., 06259, AUGUST 16: Bike Night Selectman Pat McCarthy opportunity to throw or maureen.nicholson@ THE — both Democrats — and their hats in the ring. pomfretct.gov. Questions SEPTEMBER 8: Tomato Festival Lewerenz, a Republican. This unusual situation may be directed to First DATE OCTOBER 27: Trick or Treat Main Street All three were elected in gives people the chance Selectman Maureen November 2017 for two to get involved in their Nicholson at maureen. For these NOVEMBER 24: Small Business Saturday years. The vacancy will community without actu- [email protected] upcoming DECEMBER 9: Victorian Xmas be filled by the remaining ally running for office,” or (860) 947-0191. 2018 Events two Democratic mem- Nicholson said. bers of the board. 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V­ illager Newspapers Friday, March 16, 2018 • A3 Day Kimball connects overdose victims to recovery coaches Accuracy Watch The Villager Newspapers is com- mitted to accuracy in all its news PUTNAM — Day Kimball Hospital ipation in this program is an import- Lawrence Memorial Hospital in New has partnered with Connecticut ant step in the fight against the opi- London, Midstate Medical Center in reports. Although numerous safe- Community for Addiction Recovery oid crisis and other substance use Meriden, St. Francis Hospital and guards are in place to ensure accu- (CCAR) in a program that sends trained disorders in Northeast Connecticut. Medical Center in Hartford, William rate reporting, mistakes can occur. recovery coaches to Emergency The program is already exceeding my W. Backus Hospital in Norwich, and Confirmed fact errors will be cor- Departments to serve individuals expectations in the short time we have Windham Hospital in Windham. rected at the top right hand corner being treated for overdoses and who implemented it.” Christine Collins, director of of page A3 in a timely manner. are ready for recovery. The recovery Recovery coaches are trained, Day Kimball Healthcare’s Family If you find a mistake call (860) coaches will be on-call and available skilled professionals who support Advocacy Center and implementation 928-1818 or e-mail charlie@villager- to assist patients who are admitted in patients, family members and hos- coordinator for the CCAR program at newspapers.com. the Day Kimball Hospital Emergency pital personnel, providing assistance Day Kimball Hospital, says the pro- Department with opioid overdose and to help people begin recovery or to gram provides an important bridge to other alcohol- or drug-related medical stabilize recovery. The coaches have services and a beacon of hope for those emergencies by connecting them to also recovered from addiction them- it serves. substance use disorder treatment and selves, allowing them to serve as proof “In our community, when someone READING other recovery services and providing that recovery is possible and to bet- is ready to access recovery they may NEWSPAPERS transportation if necessary, all at no ter relate to and connect with those find so many barriers that it feels cost to patients. struggling with addiction. The initia- overwhelming and may decide not IS A QUEST “There’s no doubt that opioid tive is funded in part through feder- to continue on that path. With this LIKE NO OTHER addiction is a major epidemic. I’ve al funds from the federal Substance new program, an individual is con- witnessed, firsthand, the sharp rise Abuse and Mental Health Services nected with a recovery coach who in drug addiction and opiate relat- Administration (SAMHSA) as part can immediately assist in overcoming ed overdoses and deaths,” said Dr. of a $5.5 million grant awarded to many of those barriers. A recovery Steven Wexler, medical director of Connecticut through the 21st Century coach will be able to locate appropri- the Emergency Department at Day Cures Act to combat the opioid crisis. ate programs, provide transportation Kimball Hospital and national med- Day Kimball is now one of eight and become a strong peer support. ical director for NES Health. “The hospitals in Connecticut who offer We are so grateful to be able to offer causes of this epidemic are complex this program, including Danbury this to our patients as we believe they and combatting it isn’t going to hap- Hospital in Danbury, Manchester deserve the best opportunities to a pen overnight. Day Kimball’s partic- Memorial Hospital in Manchester, better future.” Collins said Come visit your local craft brewery, open for tastings and growler fills Last Green Valley We have gift certificates available Thurs 5-8pm Fri 5-8pm 21a Furnace Street Sat 3-8pm Sun 1-5pm Danielson, CT06239 sees spring around corner Contact Brenda Today, Find out more at 860-928-1818 www.blackpond brews.com DANIELSON — The third annu- online and will be updated throughout al Spring Outdoors event, to be held the season. Check back often for new March 20 to June 21, is shaping up to programming and weather updates. be a special time in The Last Green Applications to host a Spring Outdoor Valley National Heritage Corridor. Like Adventure are still available. Visit Walktober, Spring Outdoors features http://thelastgreenvalley.org/explore- a variety of adventures from strolls to the-last-green-valley/spring-outdoors/ long distance hikes and paddles to bikes or email [email protected] to learn more. and more. Hosts must either be members or part- Spring Outdoors began in 2016 as a ners of The Last Green Valley. way to celebrate nature’s return from “Our partners help make this hap- its winter slumber in The Last Green pen,” said Bruinooge. “The collabora- Valley National Heritage Corridor. In tion we create together puts a spotlight just its first two years, Spring Outdoors, on the national heritage corridor and which is a program of TLGV, bloomed benefits everyone in it.” into an event featuring more than 210 The Last Green Valley is a National adventures attended by more than Heritage Corridor – the last stretch of 18,000 people. dark night sky in the coastal sprawl “We live in such a special location,” between Boston and Washington, D.C. said Lois Bruinooge, TLGV executive The Last Green Valley, Inc. works for director. “Spring Outdoors is a cele- you in the National Heritage Corridor. bration of what makes the National TLGV helps you to care for it, enjoy it Heritage Corridor an extraordinary and pass it on. place.” The Spring Outdoors schedule is now 11 DIVISIONS OF RACING, FAN APPRECIATION PARTY FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS APRIL & DRIVER AUTOGRAPHS! 6-8

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Charlie Lentz photo PUTNAM — Some young entrepreneurs set up shop with sidewalk sales of Girl Scouts cookies on Main Street at the Courthouse O’Putnam 5K last Sunday, March 11. The cookies were offered by Troop 63200 Wolf Den Service Unit, with a sales force of future business leaders from Woodstock, Putnam, Thompson, and Pomfret. A4 • Friday, March 16, 2018 Villager Newspapers Villager SELFIES

Name: Jenna Perez What’s the best part about your town? Occupation: I like how Putnam has a lot to offer for Owner of Sadie’s Sweet Shop people of all ages.

Lives In: Putnam Who has been the greatest influence in your life? Family: Married with three children. My sister Meaghan. She is kind and very smart. She has an amazing work Pets: Two dogs and a turtle ethic and I would be lost without her!

How long have you lived in the area? Who is your favorite musical artist? Most of my life. I like all music!

Do you have a favorite food? What is the greatest piece of advice Brussel sprouts, roasted veggies and you have ever been given? pizza Do not worry what others think of you because 90 percent of the time, What is currently your favorite TV they worry what you’re thinking about Show? them. The Walking Dead and Blue Bloods Favorite Sports Team: What is your favorite travel New York Yankees destination? Anywhere warm and and the New York Giants Jenna Perez tropical!

Each week we will be celebrating a local resident. If you would like to suggest a resident to celebrate here, please send Charlie an email at [email protected]. For a list of Selfie questions please e-mail [email protected]

past June in Mobile, Hauptman returns for Alabama. Throughout her college years and after, Broadway Live concert she competed in the Miss Connecticut Scholarships WOODSTOCK — “DIVAS Organization where she Live” entertainer Valerie was a top five finalist as Hauptman is set to return to well. Northeast Connecticut to appear Hauptman graduated at the upcoming Broadway from University of Saint Live…“The Conncert” on April Joseph in 2015 with her 7 and 8 at Woodstock Academy’s Bachelors of Science in Center for the Arts. The show Nursing and has been a is a benefit for the Hale YMCA Registered Nurse on the Youth and Family Center in cardiology unit at Hartford Putnam. Hospital. Hauptman cur- “The Conncert” is a musical rently lives in Colchester. featuring 30 regional singers and “I am so thrilled to be a 16 piece orchestra. Formerly back on the stage with so Valerie Voccio from Brooklyn, many talented individuals Hauptman has been in a mul- and I am humbled to be a titude of local shows over the part of this incredible pro- past 10 years including High duction,” Hauptman said. School Musical and Grease, “Val is an incredible Courtesy photo both at the Bradley Playhouse. singer with one of the Valerie Hauptman She was a headliner in DIVAS most powerful voices I Live in 2011 and is a 2011 grad- have had the pleasure of performed by 30 regional vocal- uate of Woodstock Academy working with,” stated David T. where she was a member of the ists backed by a 16 piece orches- Panteleakos, executive produc- tra. The dates of the show are band, chorus, and Hill Singers. er. “Like so many of our amaz- In 2011, Hauptman was named Saturday, April 7 at 7:30 p.m. and ing performers, her talents are Sunday, April 8 at 2pm. Tickets “The Distinguished Young only matched by her kindness Woman of Connecticut”, for- are available at the Hale YMCA and generosity.” Youth and Family Center in merly known as “Connecticut’s “The Conncert” or The Junior Miss” where she won top Putnam or on-line at www.the- Connecticut Concert features conncert.com. five in the talent portion during music from Broadway, Jazz, the Nationals competition this Rock & Roll, and Classical music

and email address. Funding for cleanup efforts from TLGV What you hope to accomplish. A budget detail- ing how you will use TLGV funds. Who will be DANIELSON — The Last Green Valley is mak- picking up and disposing of the trash (we can’t ing funding available to nonprofits and munici- cover that cost). How you will involve youth – palities and organizations that wish to organize the future stewards of The Last Green Valley. a cleanup event. In the last six years, 7,789 volun- Describe how you will publicize not just the event, teers have collected 248,516 pounds of trash from but the results. parks, rivers, and roadways throughout The Last For nonprofit organizations, submit a copy of Green Valley National Heritage Corridor thanks your 501(c) letter from the IRS. TLGV reserves to the funding. the right to approve or deny funds based upon the Recipients will be reimbursed up to $500 for likelihood of project success and the availability expenses such as publicity, cleanup supplies such of funds. We will contact you within two weeks of as trash bags and work gloves and food and refresh- your submission. If TLGV approves funding, you ments for volunteers. TLGV will also help publi- will need to sign a short agreement and you must cize your event and work with you to recruit more promise to acknowledge TLGV’s funding in your volunteers. To apply, submit a letter to TLGV, on publicity materials. To help compile accomplish- your organization’s letterhead, at least four weeks ments, you must also complete and return the before the proposed event. Applications should TLGV “Trash Tracker” forms after the cleanup. include: Basic details about your cleanup – what, For more information, email LyAnn Graff or call when, where, and who – plus your contact infor- her at (860) 774-3300. mation, including a phone number, street address,

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Sales • Service • Installation 800-605-9030 508-987-8600 Visa/Master Card Accepted V­ illager Newspapers Friday, March 16, 2018 • A5 Courtney receives Sea Grant recognition WASHINGTON, D.C. — On March to the concept and spirit of Sea Grant. 8, U.S. Congressman Joe Courtney When the Sea Grant program was (D-Conn. second district) received zeroed out in the President’s budget, the Sea Grant Association Special Rep. Courtney stepped in immediately Recognition Award during a joint to leverage bi-partisan support in the Congressional reception for the House through a dear colleague letter National Sea Grant College Program signed by nearly a quarter of the mem- and the Knauss Fellowship Program. bers of the House. To my knowledge, The award recognizes Courtney for this is unprecedented for a $73 mil- continued support of the Sea Grant lion program. Further, Rep. Courtney program, including their research, out- shows up and engages directly with Sea reach, and education programs that Grant stakeholders to understand their support coastal communities, the econ- needs and how they are addressed by omy, and ecosystems. The bipartisan Sea Grant programs. He really embod- award was also presented to Rep. Lee ies the values and concept of Sea Grant, Zeldin. and I do not know anyone more deserv- “I am proud to support the incredible ing of the Sea Grant Association Special work that Sea Grant carries out on Recognition Award. We feel lucky to behalf of fishermen and coastal com- have him in our delegation and proud munities across the country, and I was to count him as a Sea Grant champion.” honored to receive the special recog- Last year, Courtney and Zeldin led nition award last night during their a bipartisan group of 95 members of annual reception,” said Courtney. “The the House of Representatives in call- Sea Grant program is dedicated to the ing on the House Appropriations sustainable use of our coastal resources Committee’s Subcommittee on while advancing conservation efforts to Commerce, Justice, Science and protect our oceans and waterways. In Related Agencies to continue their sup- southeastern Connecticut, Sea Grant port for the National Sea Grant College Courtesy photo is a vital part of our maritime econo- Program for the 2018 Fiscal Year. U.S. Congressman Joe Courtney (D-Conn.), right, received the Sea Grant Association Special my and I am glad that we have had a Sea Grant is a national network Recognition Award on March 8. thriving program serving our region comprised of 33 Sea Grant programs for thirty years. I will continue to work based at flagship universities in coast- the United States the world leader in and coastal policy fellows a year and alongside leaders, such as Dr. De Guise, al and Great Lake states throughout marine research and the sustainable provide them with an opportunity to to further the reach and effectiveness of the U.S. and Puerto Rico. The National development of marine resources. work on ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes this incredible program.” Sea Grant College Program encourages The Knauss Fellows Reception is policy issues for members of Congress Sylvain De Guise, director of the the wise stewardship of our marine attended by over 250 people from all and relevant federal agencies. Three fel- CTSG College Program, said “The Sea resources through research, educa- over the country who participate in lows in the Class of 2018 are supported Grant Association Special Recognition tion, outreach and technology trans- the Sea Grant program and the Knauss by Connecticut Sea Grant. Award recognizes special contributions fer. The Program is focused on making fellowship program. The Knauss fellow- ships support approximately 60 ocean Murphy alarmed by Tillerson’s ouster WASHINGTON, D.C. — Trump seems to want some- replace him as the nation’s was unclear, but Trump and officials. The news was not U.S. Senator Chris Murphy one who does the same thing, top diplomat, orchestrating a Tillerson have often appeared conveyed in person by Trump. (D-Conn.), a member of the only faster and while fawn- major change to his nation- at odds over policies such as Tillerson refuses to address U.S. Senate Foreign Relations ing over the president,” said al security team amid deli- the nuclear deal with Iran and report that he referred to Committee, released a state- Murphy. “I look forward to cate outreach such as possible the tone of U.S. diplomacy. A Trump as a “moron”. Tillerson ment on Tuesday, March hearing from Mike Pompeo talks with North Korea, White spokesman for Tillerson said did not directly respond to 13, after President Trump about his plans for the State House officials said Tuesday. the secretary of state “had an Oct. 4 news report that he fired Secretary of State Rex Department, but he’s got a lot On Friday, March 9, Trump every intention of staying” in referred to President Trump Tillerson and replaced him of work to do in order to get asked Tillerson to step aside, his job and was “unaware of as a “moron.” At the White with Director of Central Democratic votes. The last and the embattled diplomat the reason” for his firing. House on Tuesday, March Intelligence Agency Mike thing we need is a ‘yes’ man cut short a trip to Africa Tillerson cut short his 13, Trump said the move had Pompeo. at State who views America’s on March 11 to return to trip to Africa to return to been considered for “a long “Secretary Tillerson was power exclusively through the Washington. Tension between Washington. “I felt like, look, time.” a poor Secretary of State prism of military power and Trump and Tillerson has I just need to get back,” he “We disagreed on things because he systematically covert action.” simmered for many months, told reporters aboard his . . . the Iran deal,” Trump told and intentionally weakened President Trump ousted but the president and his top plane home. The White House, reporters. “So we were not American diplomacy. But Tillerson on March 13 and diplomat reached a breaking however, had told him that he thinking the same. With Mike we should all be alarmed by planned to nominate CIA point last week, officials said. would be dismissed, accord- Pompeo, we have a similar his ouster because President Director Mike Pompeo to The reason for the latest rift ing to two administration thought process.” Congregational Church of Thompson donates baskets

Courtesy photos Thompson Congregational Church donated baskets to feed the needy.

THOMPSON — On Sunday, March 11, Thompson Congregational church cele- brated Saint Patrick’s Day. Thompson Congregational, United Church of Christ is continuing its partnership with Thompson Ecumenical Empowerment Group (TEEG) by donating over 100 baskets each filled with soup, cereal, a vegetable, protein, pasta, and sauce. The season around Thanksgiving and Christmas is known as the season of giving, which of course is wonderful. However, the prob- lem is most food banks and social service agencies have run out of the food they had received by the time we get to February and March. So, the congregation did its part to feed the hungry.

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SCHOOLS AND THE PUBLIC are encouraged to submit items for inclusion on the Learning Page. The deadline is noon Monday. Send all items to Editor Charlie Lentz at LEARNING [email protected]. Dziedzic nominated for LifeChanger award WOODSTOCK — The Woodstock ing excellence, positive influence and toward poverty relief and awareness ceremony in spring 2018 in Bermuda, Academy’s social studies teacher leadership. in the “Quiet Corner” of Connecticut. where the Grand Prize Winner will be and department chair Sara Dziedzic In a press release the school said Since the start of FRESH, Dziedzic revealed. has been nominated for the 2017-2018 Dziedzic provides her students with has spent endless hours after school, Winners are chosen by a selection national LifeChanger of the Year the highest caliber of instruction, on the weekends, over vacations, and committee comprised of former win- award. Dziedzic was nominated by a meeting the personalized needs of her throughout the summer helping stu- ners and education professionals. colleague who wishes to remain anon- students. Her International Relations dents give back to their community, Nominees must be K-12 teachers or ymous. Over 45 current and former class has become a popular fixture at and has raised over $60,000. She also school district employees. To be con- students, parents, and community the school, as has her Model United created and organized The Woodstock sidered for an award, nominees must: members have already left comments Nations Program. Her Model UN pro- Academy Gives Back days, where stu- Make a positive impact in the lives of supporting Dziedzic on her nominee gram has won Best Delegation at the dents dedicate hundreds of hours of students; Enhance their school or dis- profile on www.LifeChangeroftheYear. University of Delaware Model UN community service to local nonprofits. trict’s atmosphere, culture and pride; com. The comments provide addition- conference four years in a row, pro- Each school year LifeChanger of the Demonstrate exemplary leadership al information and support in the viding students with an opportuni- Year receives hundreds of nomina- at the school and/or district level; selection process. ty to improve their public speaking tions from all 50 states and the District Possess a proven record of profession- Sponsored by the National Life and political savvy. She is also heav- of Columbia. Seventeen individual al excellence; Show commitment to Group Foundation, LifeChanger of ily involved outside of school. Seven LifeChanger of the Year awards will building a nurturing environment the Year recognizes and rewards the years ago, she and a group of stu- be given during the 2017-2018 school that supports learning; Adhere to the very best K-12 educators and school dents founded a non-profit organiza- year. Winners are announced via sur- highest moral and ethical standards. district employees across the United tion called Family Related Effective prise award ceremonies held at their To view Ms. Dziedzic’s LifeChanger of States who are making a difference Solutions for Humanity (FRESH). This schools. The grand prize finalists will the Year nominee profile visit www. in the lives of students by exemplify- student-run charity dedicates itself also be honored at a national awards LifeChangeroftheYear.com. Manufacturing Eastern Art Gallery presents open house at Mom & Dad WILLIMANTIC — The Art business is based. His project is would be today had he not com- Gallery at Eastern Connecticut both an intimate portrait of his mitted suicide when she was a State University is presenting parents’ lives and relationship child. QVCC “Mom & Dad” through April 19. and a snapshot of larger process- The Art Gallery is located On March 22 from 3 p.m. to 4 es of globalization and economic in room 112 of the Fine Arts DANIELSON — Quinebaug Valley Community College p.m. there will be a gallery talk migration. Instructional Center, on the will host an open house at its Advanced Manufacturing with exhibiting artists Nelson Roach works with and within Eastern Connecticut State Technology Center Thursday, March 22, beginning at 6 p.m. Chan and Kalen Na’il Roach, fol- his family’s archive. By paint- University campus. Gallery Advanced Manufacturing is an exciting cutting-edge field that lowed by an opening reception ing, drawing and pasting over hours are Tuesday and uses innovative technology to improve products or processes. from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Both events family photographs, he searches Wednesday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Advanced Manufacturing typically offers competitive wages are free and open to the public. for the family he knows beneath Thursday 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., and career pathways for workers with a wide variety of edu- “Mom & Dad” brings together the seamless illusion of the pho- Saturday and Sunday 2 p.m. to cation and skills. Chan, Roach and fellow artist tographic surface. 5 p.m. Parking is available in QVCC currently offers two certificate programs: Advanced Mariela Sancari, who investi- Like Roach, Sancari explores Cervantes Garage and in the Manufacturing Machine Technology and Mechatronics. Each gate their personal and famil- how memory shapes identi- Student Center parking lot. For program involves two semesters of hands-on lab and class- ial histories through long-term ty-and how it shades into fic- more information regarding this room experience. Many students get paid internships often photographic series and instal- tion. In her photographic series and other exhibitions at the Art leading to full-time employment, and both certificates qualify lations. “Moisés,” Sancari confronts Gallery, please call (860) 465-4659 for federal and state financial aid. With more than 200 man- Chan’s photographs follow his the lingering uncertainties sur- or visit on the website at http:// ufacturing companies in Eastern Connecticut, employment parents as they travel back and rounding her father’s life and www.easternct.edu/artgallery. opportunities are available in areas such as aerospace, med- forth between the United States death by photographing men ical, military and defense, telecommunications, electronics and Hong Kong, where their in their 70s--the age her father and automotive. The open house will begin with an information session and be followed by tours of the 10,000 square foot Center. Attendees may apply for admission and the application fee will be waived. For additional information, contact Steve Dauphinais joins literacy effort LaPointe, program director, at (860) 932-4111. KILLINGLY — In honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday, Putnam Public Schools State Representative Anne Elementary School Kindergarten & Pre-School Dauphinais (R-44th District, Killlingly) paid a visit to stu- Registration dents at Killingly Memorial 33 Wicker Street, Putnam, CT 06260 Schools, Plainfield Memorial, and Shepard Hill Elementary on For the 2018-2019 School-Year March 2 as part of the annual Read Across America Day. Putnam parents are encouraged to register their children for “We all know how much of an Kindergarten and Pre-School for the 2018-2019 school year. important role literacy plays in the culture in which we live,” • Kindergarten and Pre-School Registration for the 2018-2019 school Dauphinais said. “It was my year begins on March 19th, 2018. You may pick up a registration pleasure to have once again par- packet for your child Monday – Friday between the hours of 9:00AM ticipated in an event that aims to and 4:00PM at the main office of Putnam Elementary School at motivate students to read more.” Read Across America Day 33 Wicker Street. was established by the National • Your child is eligible to register for Kindergarten if he/she is a resident Education Association in 1997 Courtesy photo of Putnam and turns 5 years old on or before December 31st, 2018. that takes place annually on March 2, which is Dr. Seuss’ Killingly State Representative Anne Dauphinais reads to students on Read Across America Day. • Your child is eligible to register for Pre-School if he/she is a resident birthday. It has become the larg- of Putnam and turns 2.9 years old by August 29, 2018 and/or is still est reading event in the country. 4 years old by December 31, 2018. According to its website, The Now in its 21st year, this year- information about this great National Education Association round program focuses on moti- event please visit www.nea.org/ seeks to build a nation of readers vating children and teens to read readacross. through its signature program, through events, partnerships, Call (860) 963-6925 NEA’s Read Across America. and reading resources. For more for additional information. Dean’s List HEY MOM! We’re in the paper!! The following students have been named to the Dean’s List at their college Order your photo reprint today Call Stonebridge Press or university. The school is followed by the honoree. for details (508)764-4325 Clarke University: Adam Converse, from Woodstock; Heather MaryLee Bagdoian, from Brooklyn; All at great prices! Kendyll L. 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Charlie Lentz photo Runners begin last year’s NOW race in Dayville.

Charlie Lentz photo Emily Lachappelle won the women’s division of last September’s NOW race.

DAYVILLE — Northeast Opportunities for Wellness, Inc. (NOW) recently announced the seventh annu- Charlie Lentz photo al NOW Road Race & Walk is sched- Luke Lopriore, last year’s winner, nears the uled for Sunday, Sept. 16. Held annually finish of the NOW race, last Sept. 16 in since 2012, the road race features a Dayville. scenic run along the quiet streets of Alexander’s Lake in Dayville and rais- For 2018, NOW will offer a long- es funds for NOW. With the support of sleeved, moisture wicking tech t-shirt Race Day Sponsor, Putnam Bank, the to race participants as a $5 add-on. The event will see some noticeable changes shirt will feature the event logo on for 2018. the front, with sponsor logos on the For the first time in the event’s his- back. T-shirt sponsorships are current- tory, the NOW Road Race will feature ly available as an opportunity for local an altered race route. Subtitled, “Lap businesses to show support for NOW. the Lake” the race will be a traditional NOW is a non-profit human services timed 5K (3.1 miles), starting at The organization focused on youth wellness. Lake Tavern on Upper Maple Street Courtesy photo NOW provides children with the oppor- in Dayville, with one “lap” around From left, Putnam Bank’s Thomas Borner, NOW’s Sarah Wolfburg, and Putnam Bank’s Lynn tunity to participate in area wellness Alexander’s Lake and finishing back at Bourque. activities and athletics programs, offer- The Lake Tavern. The event is inclusive ing scholarships to the youth of the of runners and walkers, with individu- finishers in each 5-year age bracket. Wolfburg. community with up to 95 percent of als of all levels of fitness encouraged to One feature of the Road Race that will For several years, the Road Race the cost being subsidized by NOW. The participate. This route is a change from not change is the Kids one-half Mile has been sponsored by Putnam Bank, mission of the organization is to pro- past years, with the event previously Race with additional fitness and nutri- which shows additional support with vide ALL children, regardless of finan- marketed as a “3.5ish” mile race, with tion activities led by NOW staff mem- dozens of employees walking and run- cial resources, equal opportunities to a 3.76-mile course. “We are excited to bers. ning in the event. NOW President Allan achieve & maintain youth wellness, offer a traditional 5K for 2018 and think “This event is meant to be a day of Rawson expressed his appreciation for beginning at an early age. it will be well received by past par- fun and fitness and for 2018, we are Putnam Bank. Registration is currently available ticipants as well as new runners and hoping to see more families than ever. “We are very proud to have Putnam online, with early-bird reduced rates walkers,” said NOW Executive Director Throughout the year, we partner with Bank as our Race Day Sponsor. They offered for the spring of 2018. To learn Sarah Wolfburg. many youth sports organizations and have truly embraced the fitness focus of more about NOW, or to register, visit: The top overall male and female run- we would love to see kids of all ages the NOW organization and are support- www.nowinmotion.org or call (888) ners will each receive a $100 cash prize, running in both the youth one-half ing the Race with participation as well 940.4669. with medals awarded to the top three mile race and 5K race & walk,” said as funds,” Rawson said. Scholarship offered for nursing candidates PUTNAM — The was created in 2015, six The application dead- Shirley Bradway Serafin students have received lines are Friday, March Scholarship is offered scholarship assistance 23 for current college and by the Community totaling $114,000. Eligible non-traditional students Foundation of Eastern students may be high and Friday, April 6 for Connecticut for stu- school graduates enter- graduating high school dents from Putnam, ing nursing school, cur- seniors. Interested indi- Woodstock, Thompson or rent nursing school stu- viduals are encouraged Pomfret who are enrolled dents, and nontraditional to apply at https://www. in a registered nurse students who are chang- cfect.org/Scholarship- program at an accred- ing careers or re-entering Seekers/Apply-for-a- ited educational insti- the workforce and look- Scholarship . tution in Connecticut, ing to go into nursing. Rhode Island or Massachusetts and have finan- cial need. The late Peter Serafin of Putnam estab- lished this scholar- ship as a tribute to his wife, Shirley, who was a ded- icated nurse in the area for many years. It was also Mr. Serafin’s way of giving back to the region they called home. Since the fund

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P.O. Box 196, Woodstock, CT 06281 bill changes

Telephone: (860) 928-1818 Fax: (860) 928-5946 landscape www.villagernewspapers.com OPINIONOpinion and commentary from the Quiet Corner On December 20, 2017, Congress passed a sweep- ing tax reform bill (popular- LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ly known as “The Tax Cuts March and Jobs Act”) that changes the planning landscape for corporations, small business- es, and individuals. There Vote no at Putnam town meeting on March 19 are significant business tax madness reforms, including a new To the editor: Both amendments need to be rejected. In deduction to lower taxes on March is mercurial. Overnight there 2002, the voters of this community agreed to owners of what is known are crocuses and then they are buried The two proposed amendments in Putnam set aside future funds to help offset future tax as “passthrough business- in the snow. One day an entire swarm to the Ash Landfill Revenues are the worst increases, that will be incurred, when the es” and a reduced corporate of tiny insects hatched in the warmth by pieces of legislation that I have seen in my 40 landfill closes and the revenues disappear. income tax rate. my back door. They were nearly trans- years in public service. It’s a perfect example Yes, the voters were looking out for the future What is a “passthrough lucent and looked like dryer lint with of “kicking the can down the road”; except generations of homeowners, renters and car business?” It is less of a wings. The witch hazel is in bloom and that the can will be empty for future gener- owners. “business type” as it is a regardless of the random snow storms, ations. On Monday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m. in the tax election. It is a business spring is here. The most mercurial Currently we use $3 million of Ash Landfill Putnam Middle School Auditorium, I urge in which the owners have month gives us a mirror on life. Revenues to offset the tax rate. (A mill is voters to reject both amendments. elected to be taxed on their After last week’s storm, we drove worth $600,000 so this represents a 5 mil sav- However, I would like to offer a compro- personal income tax returns, north to visit friends. We’d escaped the ings, meaning that without using this money, mise. I think that the revenue sharing reso- regardless power outages and with the noncha- your taxes would be 5 mills higher). Anything lution of December 5, 2002 should be revisit- of wheth- er the lance one assumes when calamity pass- over 3 million is placed into an account to ed. Much has changed in the past 16 years. business es by, we thought that everyone must be used, when the landfill eventually closes. Revenue have increased and the expected distrib- have electricity. In a few miles it was This will soften the tax burden in the future. life of the landfill looks promising. clear that lines still hung precariously uted the Putnam Mayor Barney Seney has always I would suggest that two member of the income, over the roadways and many houses looked at these landfill monies as a piggy Board of Selectmen, Jeff Rawson and Scott looked as if they were beginning to shiv- rath- bank that should be looted now, and not set Pempek (two gentlemen with extensive busi- er than er in the cold. aside for future generations. He has proposed ness experience) be tasked with working out the enti- Traffic cones marked two amendments. The first is to only use a new revenue sharing agreement of Ash ty itself dangerous spots. The $2.1 million to offset taxes and place $900K Landfill funds. I think they can put a propos- Jurist’s being roar of generators broke in a capital account. How do we make up al together that can satisfy everyone. taxed on the silence. As I drove that $900K? The answer is in his second Journal profits. behind a repair truck, I amendment; forgive the 1.9 million loans Bob Garceau These can thought of how tired the that the town has borrowed from the landfill Putnam be struc- workers must be. When account. Ah, now we have an extra million KATHLEEN M. tured as multiple storms hit the to offset taxes. CERRONE sole pro- entire region, help has Borner, Smith, prietor- to come from far and Aleman, ships, wide. The utility compa- Herzog & partner- NANCY WEISS nies on which we depend Cerrone LLC ships, S don’t have the number of A tuition discount needed for Woodstock corpora- repair people they once tions, or did. For people without power, the days To the editor: of providing municipal services is spread limited liability companies and nights drag on. We need something across a smaller tax base (us). This requires taxed as partnerships or S better than wooden poles connected by The Town of Woodstock provides certain a higher tax rate to collect a given amount corporations. wires. It is an early 20th century tech- municipal services—fire protection, EMS of revenue. A PILOT agreement to discount Prior to the reform, own- nology in a 21st century world. I’m and ambulance, public health, constables, Academy tuition for Woodstock students is ers of pass-through business- not sure what the answer is, but I hope and public works (snow plowing, i.e.)—that certainly one way to hold the line on the es paid tax at their individ- someone working to find it. The storms not only serve town residents, but also bene- town’s education spending. ual tax rates, which could won’t stop coming. fit Woodstock Academy and its students from Nationally, PILOTs are the most widely reach as high as 39.6%, espe- The woods are a tangled mess. The many other towns and countries. used mechanism for generating income from cially for those filing jointly with spouses. Part of what bright wood that glimmers in the sun- Is it fair that while Woodstock taxpayers tax exempt properties. PILOTs exist in all 50 The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act shine where a tree has broken in half or provide those services, other communities states and municipal PILOT agreements are does, is to reduce the effec- the amputated branch of an enormous send their students to WA but don’t pay for in place in 28 states because so many people those services? They pay the same tuition believe that nonprofits should help pay for tive rate of income tax on maple tell the story of wind and heavy most pass-through business- snow. Throughout the area, many old rate as Woodstock does. It is time to agree on the public services they consume. a tuition discount for Woodstock to end this A tuition discount agreement that would es by providing owners with trees that look fine on the outside reveal a 20% deduction on that a troubling secret. They are almost com- unfairness. help the Woodstock Public Schools education Since any municipality in Connecticut can budget should be a top priority. income. This applies to tax pletely rotten on the inside or their roots years beginning in 2018 and are so shallow that they topple over like negotiate PILOT arrangements (Payments Remember, properties exempt from paying in Lieu of Taxation) with non-profits in its local property taxes consume public services. ending in 2025, when the law fallen soldiers. Despite living as we do is phased out or “sunsets,” town, Woodstock officials and Woodstock Unless they help pay the cost of providing in the midst of so many trees, the loss and the deduction disap- those services, especially for students from of the big old ones is like losing an old Academy should agree on an equitable solu- pears, unless resurrected by friend. tion to this problem. outside Woodstock, other taxpayers end up Congress. Once things green up, we won’t see the PILOT payments by a tax-exempt property paying a larger share of those costs. The 20% deduction applies toppled trees or the upturned root balls like Woodstock Academy to the local govern- Let’s strive for fairness to Woodstock tax- to qualified business income of tall pines. The margins between the ment help fund the delivery of local services payers. (QBI) which is defined as the settled world and the wild will be filled they consume. When real estate (including Greg Kline net amount of qualified items by random greenery. We will go back land, buildings/facilities, and taxable equip- Woodstock of income, gain, deduction, to believing we can impose order on ment) is exempt from property taxes, the cost and loss with respect to a nature by mowing the lawn and plant- qualified trade or business ing the vegetable garden. of the taxpayer, and includes A bright trail of aqua-colored tubing business income other than caught my eye recently. It is a system Assault weapons have no place in civilized society investment income. It does several area maple sugar producers use not include wages, dividends, to gather sap. Many still hang buckets To the editor: ammunition in the heat of battle where fear investment interest income capital gains, commodities on trees, but regardless of the approach, and adrenaline tend to override training. After reading Ben Williams letter regard- The Second Amendment has to be the most gains, or foreign currency I’ve been told that this year is a poor gains. one for making maple syrup. As with ing the NRA and assault rifles, I felt com- misinterpreted document ever written. As pelled to write also. Thank you Mr. Williams Mr. Williams stated, our founding fathers When pressed for an exam- every form of farming, there are ups and ple of how this is going to downs. The people who tap the trees for your spot-on expression of all the anger had no way of knowing what lay ahead 200- and frustration that many of us have been plus years in the future. I’m always amused work, you will find your and boil the sap give us such a sweet attorney and accountant feeling for many years. As a fellow veteran, I by people who are so steadfast in support taste at the end of winter that we urge friends launching into com- agree that assault style weapons belong in the of their “ 2nd Amendment Rights”, yet they them to hang on. Perhaps next year will plexities, because for how be better. hands of the military and law enforcement really don’t understand what it says, and simple an idea of a 20% The cattle across the road from my only, and have no place in a civilized society. couldn’t recite it if their lives depended on it. deduction may be, the imple- house follow the same path every day The AR-15 and similar weapons are modeled The NRA does have millions of members, but mentation is complex. Here’s across their pasture. The dark line of after the military M-16 rifle, the “signature” I don’t believe they all subscribe to the orga- a simple example: muddy soil is their route to a feeder and weapon of the Vietnam War. The NRA would nization’s most radical views. Even if they all A married couple has tax- a view of the valley. Occasionally one be quick to point out that the M-16 has both do, they’re still a small minority compared to able income of $300,000. The kicks up its feet in a little dance. An semi-automatic and full-automatic capabil- the general population, as Mr. Williams also husband is a self-employed artist friend sets up her easel outside ities, while the AR-15 and similar weapons pointed out. It’s time that we as tax-paying, contractor and the wife is an to capture the changing colors of snow (unaltered) only fire in semi-automatic mode. voting citizens demand that our elected rep- administrator at an account- and sky as spring approaches. The top While that is all true, it misses the point in resentatives collectively “grow a set”, stand ing firm. Half of their income layer of garden soil thaws in the warm a couple of important ways. First, anyone up to special interest groups, and do what’s comes from the husband’s sun. Just under the surface are bulbs, with minimal finger dexterity can empty the right to make this country safer for all citi- sole proprietorship. They bleached and frail but reaching toward magazine on a semi-automatic weapon in a zens, and most importantly, our children. could deduct the full 20% the light, just waiting. matter of seconds, and second, the semi-au- of the contractor’s $150,000 March is an oscillating month, where tomatic mode on the military M-16 was not Todd S. Patrie business income, providing a deduction of $30,000. This much like life it goes forward and back intended to make it less lethal, but to save Pomret Center is a very generous deduction, until it tips inevitability toward the but there are some caveats, future. The electricity gets restored. The which is where further com- old trees become firewood or habitat for plexities come in. Not every animals. We appreciate the maple syrup Gun violence a spiritual issue business owner is eligible to a bit more and the green persistent receive it, and there are some bulbs push their way back into our lives. To the editor: rift somewhere deeper in our societal fabric. complex phase-outs depend- We base many of our decisions on fear - ing on the amount of busi- Our holy season of Lent begin on Ash fear of losing our guns, fear of political reper- ness income and depending Wednesday with children and teachers being cussions. The second amendment seems to be upon the industry where the turned into dust by a gunman in Parkland, a religion unto itself. But the second amend- income is earned. There is Letters to the editor Florida. Gun violence is a spiritual issue: ment is not in the Gospels. Our love for our also a limitation based upon Parkland, Pulse night club, a Charleston children should overcome any of our fears. the amount of W-2 wages Church, Sandy Hook Elementary School, On March 14 at 10 AM, Federated Church paid by the entity. may be e-mailed to a one room school house in Lancaster, Of Christ in Brooklyn (where I pastor), were What can you do? Call Pennsylvanai, Columbine, and the tragedy joined by many other churches and houses your legal and tax planning charlie@ before that, and the one before that, and the of worship through the valley and across the professionals. Although one before that. state in tolling our bells once a minute for planning techniques will villagernewspapers.com We pray for grieving families, hug our chil- seventeen in memory of the each of the people continue to emerge as attor- dren a little tighter and shield our joy that it who died in Parkland. We coincided this with neys and tax advisors design wasn’t one of ours. We are moved to tears the national student walk out action. strategies in light of the new and righteous anger. We worry about how to We have savior that tells us to put down law, The Tax Cuts and Jobs Please include your place keep our safe when they are out of our sight, our swords. We must look up the faces of Act is the most significant meanwhile putting too many expectations on those we have lost. And as painful as it is, we tax legislation in more than our administrators and teachers to come up must look, and not turn away again from our 30 years, and there are many of residence and phone tax planning techniques that with solutions. We mourn watching our kids societal sin of violence until we find a way to you can implement immedi- number for verification. growing up in fortresses and practicing lock sin no more. Because every time an innocent ately. down drills that rob them of their moments of is killed, Jesus is crucified again. Kathleen M. Cerrone is a Letters must be received childhood innocence. partner at the law firm of We mitigate our responsibility as a society. The Rev. Jane Emma Newall Borner, Smith, Aleman, by noon on Tuesdays. We pretend that each of these tragedies hinge Woodstock Herzog & Cerrone LLC, with on metal illness or terrorism. Nothing else Pastor Federated Church of Christ, locations in Putnam and makes sense to us. Yet we know that there is Brooklyn Danielson. V­ illager Newspapers Friday, March 16, 2018 • A9 Irish-born workers in Danielson in the 1850’s Since Saturday is St. “By 1855, anti-Irish Catholic Bridget, 45 and seven young- New Bus Tour -- “Mills Patrick’s Day, I thought that feeling was so intense that er Gortland members of the and Beyond”: The Killingly I would write about the early the Know-Nothing party, run- household, with ages rang- Conservation Commission Irish in Connecticut and ning on an openly anti-Irish Killingly ing from 26 to 14, were also is offering a new event in its Northeastern Connecticut. platform, was able to elect a born in Ireland. If you are ‘Back Roads of Undiscovered Celebrate Connecticut 350 governor and a majority of at 300 doing genealogical research, Killingly’ series. This Back Years 1635-1985 published by the General Assembly…The it’s important to remember Roads Tour will focus on the the Connecticut Historical governor,…had six Irish com- that the 1850 census does not mills along the Whetstone Commission had a short sum- panies in the State Militia dis- MARGARET list a person’s relationship Brook, plus some scenic vistas mary about their arrival and banded. Anti-Irish prejudice WEAVER to the head of the household. and a historic farm. Planned the discrimination and trials abated during the Civil War, The above might well be for March before the leaves pop they faced in the State. “In but did not entirely disappear. children of John Gortland, out on trees, the stone ruins of the mid-nineteenth century, When another surge of Irish Danielson, farmer; Danielson’s but more proof should be old mills are more visible. Connecticut’s trickle of immi- immigration hit Connecticut real estate valued at $20,000. sought. There likely are a few Do you know? Why 15 mills grants became a rivulet when in the 1890’s, nativist feelings Mary Barry, 20; in the house- more Irish-born residents of developed along the Whetstone thousands of the Irish began again ran high. Inexorably, hold of Isaac Briggs, laborer. Killingly in 1850, but my eye Brook in early 1800’s? Killingly to arrive...In 1850 about 27,000 however, the Irish continued Mary Comings; in the house- began to twitch from all the had the most cotton mills in of the state’s population had to arrive, and they became so hold of John P. Comings, prob- census work so I’ll have to look Connecticut in the 1830’s? How been born in Ireland..In 1860, powerful a voting bloc that ably his second wife; children for others another time. many mills are still standing? more than 55,000…were Irish- few politicians were willing to range from age 11 to 1. Mary I knew that Killingly What ruins are visible now? born…The Irish came, for the offend them openly” (pp141-2). Ann Cain, 18; in the household Historical Society volunteer Join bus tour guides from most part, in search of jobs. In an attempt to gain insight of Louis Worden, restauran- Joe Chauvin had Irish rela- the Killingly Conservation They dug canals, laid railroad into the early Irish population teer. Julia Mullin, 20; in the tives who had lived in the Dog Commission to learn how tracks, filled factory bench- in Killingly, I looked at the household of Ebenezer Young, Hill Road (Elmville) section of Killingly developed during the es, or tended machines…By 1850 U.S. Census, which con- lawyer. George Loyd, 18; in the Killingly so I asked him about Industrial Revolution and how 1860 about 21 percent of the tained a column on place of household of Randall Davis, when they arrived. He told some mills have been repur- Hartford population was Irish; birth. I was surprised at what I farmer. Michael Ford, 20. In the me that his Caffery relatives posed. by 1870 New Haven had a simi- found. The Irish population in household of Ezekial Webster, arrived in the United States in New Back Roads Bus Tour is lar Irish minority. The coming town seemed to be quite small. taverner. Maria Dooling, 16; 1884 and resided in Wauregan Sunday afternoon, March 25, at of the Irish aroused deep-seat- Now that census for Killingly in the household of Samuel S. and Brooklyn before coming to 1 p.m. Limited seating; reser- ed fears of Catholicism. Even is 109 pages long so my eyes Sprague, 31, farmer. Patrick Killingly. Eventually his family vations are required by Wed, intelligent and educated per- could not take browsing the Dynen (or Lynen), 18, in the owned ten houses in the great- March 21, with name, phone sons in America believed that entire census, but I did scan house of Sarah Danielson, 70. er Dog Hill Road area. His rel- and number attending, and only Protestantism was com- about fifty pages and came up Also in the same house was atives were among those fami- find out where to meet. Call patible with a democratic, pro- with a few residents who had Samuel S. Danielson, 42. lies who altered the spelling of 860-779-5311 or email dguer- gressive, and prosperous soci- been born in Ireland. I also Did you pick up on how the surname. Originally Joe’s [email protected] ety…The Irish refused to make noted the household in which many Danielson families great-grandfather John and things easier by disappearing they were living to see if I had Irish-born “servants” in his wife Mary were Cafferty. Margaret M. Weaver into the woodwork. They orga- could detect a trend: Bridget their households? They and Mary, their fifth child (of ten) Killingly Municipal Historian, nized self-help organizations, Gallsten, 18; in the house of Ebenezer Young were among had the name Cafferty on her March 2018. Special thanks to like the Hibernians; they orga- Elisha Danielson, farmer. the more prominent members birth certificate. Anna, the Joe Chauvin .For additional nized their own schools where Roger C. Allen, 16 and Mary of Killingly in 1850. seventh, had Cafferty crossed information email me at mar- children were taught by nuns, Gatland, 20; both in the house- Thomas Montgomery, 40, out and Caffery written in. [email protected] or and above all they enlisted hold of Charles Allen (born in spinner was the one person The remaining younger sib- visit the Killingly Historical en masse in the Democratic Canterbury) who was connect- who was born in Ireland who lings were Caffery. His advice Center Wed. or Sat. 10-4 or party, which provided them ed with the Foundry (think could be described in the 1850 was, “Don’t take the spelling as www.killinglyhistorical.org. with a rapid means of social Furnace Street in Danielson). census as working in a mill. Gospel.” (conversation 3-10-18). or call (860) 779-7250. Like us and economic advance…The Bridget Daly, 18; in the house of However, men who were list- If your family is one of the at Facebook at www.facebook. Irish were encouraged to leave Thomas C. Leonard, engraver. ed as laborers could also have many Irish families that came com/killinglyhistoricalsociety. Connecticut in various sorts Jane Gonsby, 18; in the house been working in mills. They to Killingly or this area in the Mail for the Killingly Historical of ways including the burn- of Robert Gonsby, printer (his included John Coveny, 45; 1800’s, we’d love to hear their & Genealogical Society, Inc. or ing of their churches such as birthplace- England; proba- Francis Maden, 40 (wife Elina, story. Please email me or call the Killingly Historical Center St. Mary’s in Norwalk Holy bly his wife). John Kelly, 20; 35 also born in Ireland), and the Killingly Historical Center. should be sent to PO Box 265, Trinity in Hartford. in the household of Hezekiah John Gortland, 50. 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Implications to arming teachers One of the greatest concerns for the elderly and board; nursing care; medication manage- we serve and their families is that of long term ment; personal care; and social and recreational To the editor: national budget, and would likely result in tax care. There are four basic levels of care avail- activities. hikes, which would be extremely unpopular in able to elders as they age. Determining the appropriate level and type The first level of care is adult day care. Adult of care is one of many challenges facing seniors As a response to the increasing number of Congress and with the American taxpayers. day care is a supportive group environment for and their loved ones. Other challenges include school shootings in the United States, many citi- However, there is a middle road option, which seniors with cognitive and/or functional impair- figuring out how to pay for the care, knowing zens desire to arm all of America’s teachers with in my opinion is the best option. This idea is to ments. The second level of care is home care. what rights the senior has, understanding what Home care consists of either a home health Medicare will and won’t pay, and making sure firearms. While this is an idea that carries many arm only certain members of the school faculty. aide or a companion/homemaker. This type of that the right legal documents are in place to merits, one must take a moment to examine the This group would consist of the principal, cam- assistance allows the senior to “age in place” carry out the seniors’ wishes. We have helped exact implications of this idea. pus security, and any teachers that have served as an outside service comes into the home to numerous families overcome these challenges It is interesting to consider that by arming all in the military. This would be the perfect blend help. The third level of care is an assisted living through proper legal planning. If you would like facility (ALF). Depending upon the chosen level more information or if we can be of assistance teachers in America, we may actually be endan- of security and cost effectiveness. The equip- of care, an ALF may provide services ranging to you or a family you are working with, please gering our children. This is because it is possible ment and training costs would be low, due to the from care management, assistance with every contact us. that some teachers may have mental health condi- limited amount of firearms that would need to day activities, housekeeping, medication man- tions that are unknown to their school, and make agement, security, transportation, meals and BORNER, SMITH, ALEMAN, HERZOG be purchased and some teachers already having social and recreational activities. Finally, the and CERRONE, LLC. it unsafe for them to possess firearms. It is also military training. The increase in security would fourth level of care is a nursing home. Nursing We are a full-service law firm with two main unfortunately possible that a teacher may acci- be immense, as the school faculty could focus on homes typically provide a secure environment departments, estate planning and real estate. dentally discharge their weapon in a classroom, keeping a shooter at bay until the police arrived to and services to meet the physical, medical and Our office is located at wounding themselves or a student. Therefore, take care of the situation. Therefore, I advise the social needs of their residents, such as: room 155 Providence St., Putnam. teachers that are to be given firearms should be State of Connecticut and the Government of the carefully screened for safety reasons and compe- United States to seriously and carefully examine tency. the pros and cons of the idea of arming these mem- Another one of the problems with enacting this bers of the school faculty. idea is the sheer amount of firearms that would need to be purchased and the training required William French to bring the teachers up to speed with the new Woodstock www.ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com firearms. This would add a large amount to the A10 • Friday, March 16, 2018 Villager Newspapers Woodstock parent says exit from CIAC will leave local athletes behind On Sunday, March 11 Woodstock dollars fund a disproportionately dent athletes hail from a sending encourage more community dialog, brain Academy released information about higher percentage of the operat- town. storming and problem solving on this issue. their intention to leave the Connecticut ing budget, allowing Woodstock Guest NEPSAC doesn’t have state Requesting of both the Woodstock Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC), Academy to offer programming championships, it is a New Academy and CIAC administrations that a membership-based, non-profit regula- well beyond what would be avail- Column England playoff competition. And they make their communications pub- tory agency for high school athletics, to able with sending town tuition. while NEPSAC has multiple lev- lic, and engage an impartial mediator. If join the New England Preparatory School This isn’t a public school versus Jamies Paris els of competition, for Woodstock Woodstock Academy has conference viola- Athletic Council (NEPSAC), also a mem- private school debate. Independent Academy to be competitive at tions, it should pay the proper consequence. bership-based, regulatory agency for high schools have long been members Boisvert the highest levels of this confer- Forcing the Academy out of the CIAC by school athletics. The press release suggest- of the CIAC. Leaving the CIAC ence, recruiting athletes will be requiring a reduction in enrollment of pri- ed that NEPSAC would be a better fit for and joining NEPSAC does have a reality. Championships may vate tuition students is unreasonable and Woodstock Academy. There are drawbacks drawbacks. The Woodstock Academy web- continue for Woodstock Academy in the unfair, especially when there are other inde- to leaving the CIAC to join NEPSAC that I site reports currently offering 14 female, prep school conference; but you can bet that pendent programs that have long been mem- hope the community will consider. 13 male and three unified sport offerings. the among the faces of the students hoisting bers of the conference. First though, I have to stress the impor- Some of these highly successful programs up the trophy, only a very few of those faces I am a Woodstock Academy graduate, a tance of private tuition paying students to are not offered in NEPSAC, specifically two will be ones the community watched develop Woodstock resident and parent of two cur- Woodstock Academy. Woodstock Academy female programs: competitive cheerleading through local youth sports. The reality of rent Woodstock Academy students, both of has always been tuition-based, local sending and gymnastics, and the three unified. This NEPSAC for Woodstock Academy is that whom are varsity athletes. I am so thankful towns pay this tuition out of their Board of leaves an uneven 13 male, 12 female and instead of enriching the experience for all for the experience my children have had at Education budgets. There have also long zero unified sport offerings for Woodstock Academy students, sending towns and pri- Woodstock Academy to date. The disregard been private tuition paying students, tradi- Academy in NEPSAC. vate tuition based students alike, it will for the fate of the gymnastics program (of tionally day students from the region, and Woodstock Academy also reports in its likely leave local students competing for a which our daughter has been a part for the in the past decade there has been the addi- website in that in the 2013-2014 season there few spots on teams populated with recruited last two seasons), and the lack of consider- tion of boarding students, both domestic were 561 students participating in athletic top talent. ation for the impact that an exit from CIAC and international. The structure of includ- programs. This is half of current enroll- If you are reading this letter, I ask that you may have on the majority of students from ing private tuition paying students benefits ment. Even if every private tuition paying take action. Please consider: sending towns is alarming to me. I ask that all! Students who want to be at Woodstock student played a sport (which they don’t — Attending the Woodstock Academy forum as a community, we have a conversation Academy have the ability to attend, and Woodstock Academy administration reports on the matter on April 2nd at 6 p.m. about the options and their impact. with them they bring diversity of expe- that as many as 70 percent of private tuition Contacting the Woodstock Academy Jaime Paris Boisvert lives in Woodstock rience and most importantly diversity of students participate in athletics) that would Board of Trustees to express your concern thought. Additionally, privately paid tuition still mean that nearly 80 percent of stu- about the direction of this change, and Woodstock Head of School says NEPSAC a better option The Woodstock Academy is a want to remain in this years ago. During the it was announced. However, the not allow transfer students to play true global community; our stu- organization, we have Thanksgiving football CIAC has recently changed its “rul- athletics for an extended period dents come from 19 countries and to abide by its rules. Guest game, where we played ing” on both sports, which has led of time. This upcoming year, the seven states. As an independent This would require Column the eventual state-cham- to this conversation. entire athletic budget is roughly school, each student who chooses our football team to pions; we had seven There are over 150 boarders $1.2 million. If we make a signifi- to attend The Academy is a tuition play in the CIAC, sophomores start during living on south campus and over cant shift in recruiting students, student; the only difference is who eliminate the current- Christopher the game. The Eastern 40-day students who transfer to The we would have to cut about 40 per- pays their tuition. ly constructed nation- Sandford Connecticut Conference Academy each year. Previously, cent of the athletic budget. We pride ourselves on the fact ally ranked prep-bas- (ECC) and the CIAC pair- the transfer rule was less stringent. The Academy is not driving this that all of our Academy students ketball team, and fol- ings were not safe for our However, the CIAC has strength- decision. At a recent meeting, the have equal opportunity to the low a new rule inter- students. ened the interpretation and appli- CIAC’s Executive Director stat- activities we offer. This is our pretation and application starting The prep-basketball program cation of the transfer rule. This ed to Associate Head of School, mission, and we live it every day. next year requiring all transfer is a new sport we had been dis- change would have a significant Holly Singleton, “There may be a Whether from Pomfret, Chicago, or students who have not entered as cussing for several years. Once we impact on our recruiting efforts. better league that more fits your Shanghai, students have the oppor- a freshman to sit out for an extend- purchased the south campus, we While we recruit for academics, school”; ironically, the CIAC may tunity to join any club, try out for ed period of time before playing a had the ability to start the pro- there are students who arrive at be right. The Academy is cur- any sport, or be part of any activi- sport. These three changes would gram with fidelity. This program, The Academy and end up playing rently an associate member of the ty. We are proud of this. have a devastating impact on The and the student-athletes involved a sport. We encourage this for all New England Preparatory School We have been informed by Academy and not allow us to meet with the program, have enriched students. As we all know research Athletic Council (NEPSAC), the the Connecticut Interscholastic our mission as an institution. and strengthened the overall shows that involved students per- move to full membership may be a Athletic Conference (CIAC) that if The football team was moved Academy program. It is import- form and assimilate much better better option for The Academy and we want to renew our membership this past year to the Evergreen ant to note that, in both of these into their school community. its student-athletes. next year, the school as we current- Prep Football League. Student cases, prep-basketball and football, Local sending town tuition cov- Although it does have a negative ly know it would have to change. safety was our first priority and we received email approval from ers approximately 60 percent of impact on gymnastics, and we do The CIAC is not a state-sponsored finding a league that met the skills the CIAC prior to making either the total Academy budget, and pri- believe we have some sort of solu- entity; it is a non-profit “regula- of our program was the second pri- of these moves. Actually, CIAC vate tuition pays about 40 percent. tion for those student-athletes, it tory agency” that is a “member- ority. The team has won 22 games officials spoke positively about The school that we all enjoy and will benefit other sports. Instead ship optional” organization. If we since it was reinstituted over ten the prep-basketball program when love could be devastated if we did of being “locked in” to a league like the ECC, we will have the opportunity to play competitors FRIDAY MARCH 16 from a larger pool that matches the appropriate playing NATE & THE LOST ARTS level of our teams. The college expo- SATURDAY, ST. PATRICK’S DAY sure for our athletes will be significantly increased, and the STALE HARVEST ability for all students UPCOMING: to be able to make an athletic team will be FRIDAY MARCH 23 enhanced by having more competitive and participato- MILLRATS ry options. 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play for all to enjoy in a place where no one is ever in grandparents... There’s a lot of pride of place here in TRAIN too much of a hurry to be kind,” Annice said. Putnam. It’s nice to have these depictions of the past continued from page A1­­­ Bradley was at the train station himself when the so people and places and events can be remembered.” train came through. There was a huge gathering. It And that’s not all the art will help the patrons According to a letter written by Bradley’s daugh- seems like it was just yesterday to Bradley, who said remember. ter, Annice Bradley, her father donated “East Wind it’s something that “used to be so common” that will “Now when they look at it, shows that somebody Special,” a sketch by local artist Gina Papen. Made in now “never be seen again.” recognizes what they’re doing. I think they’re doing a 1990, the “special piece is a commemoration of the last Except on the Putnam Library’s wall. very great job. Oftentimes people are not recognized steam train to Putnam at the Putnam Train Station.” “This was so generous. And we appreciate his sen- for their work and the things they do,” said Bradley. “For a small town in northeastern Connecticut, this timent,” said the library’s Director Priscilla Colwell. event was widely attended and this enthusiasm was “It’s another part of Putnam history. People who live Olivia Richman may be reached at (860) 928-1818, ext. captured by the artist. The framed art is now on dis- here really enjoy visiting the past. Their parents, 112 or by e-mail at [email protected]

background I used watercolor about music. Can’t read real long hair and a big cross OLIVER crayon and sprayed it and the it. Can’t play it. But a lot of That is amazing. Somehow hanging off my ear. He said, ‘If continued from page A1­­­ crab and sand was made out times customers will tell me she knew it would mean a I had seen you first I wouldn’t of Sharpies. I love Sharpies the stories behind the music. lot to you. Why do you love have hired you.’” What drew you to that? because you don’t think of And we’ll realize what I drew art? them artistic. You think of matches the story.” That is quite the story. “I like that you have to have them as a tool.” “I just love creating. It’s in What do you think of the complete control. And you That is very interesting. there and it has to come out.” local art scene? can’t make any mistakes.” What got you into art? It’s like you could really just feel the story behind Do you do it full time? “I love it.” Especially with Pointilism, “Ive just been an artist my the music. Just by seeing the art made of all small dots. whole life. I’m drawn to all title and movements. What “It is now, full time. I was an Why is that? And it seems you have some different kinds of things.” were you doing when you upholsterer for 38 years.” pieces like that. One called, started creating art? “I find a lot of people are down “Crab.” You have a collection of Wow. That sounds like an to earth and once you let them sheet music pieces at the “Typical drawing and interesting line of work. know you don’t have to have an “I was just drawn to gallery, where you draw art coloring. I ended up doing my art degree to understand art... pointilism, because I love the directly on the sheet music. first mosaic in retrospect when “I lied my way into the job.” You either like it or you don’t. idea of a ton of little dots, but The one here, ‘Alice Blue I was eight. It was made of If you like it enough you buy it. from a distance you don’t see Gown.’ Tell me about that. felt. It was a brick wall with a How did you manage that? That’s it. That’s the criteria.” any at all.” puppy dog and a little cat with “That’s the first one I did. big sad eyes in front of it. I still “I took a class. I went to two Why a crab? I had an image of an elegant have it. It’s all moth-eaten. It’s classes. The guy teaching us Olivia Richman may be debutant. And I wanted to see pretty funny. But I’m one of was hopeless but I learned reached at (860) 928-1818, ext. “I don’t know. It was a photo how that image would look on nine kids and she saved two some terms. There was an ad 112 or by e-mail at olivia@ I took of a crab on the beach music. And it evolved from things from each of us and that in the paper and I dropped stonebridgepress.com because of the colors. The there. I don’t know anything was one of the two of mine.” those terms. At the time I had

Wednesday, March 21 – Creamy Mac n’ cheese, served with golden carrots and THOMPSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Public sweet green peas Thursday, March 22 – Lasagna roll ups, & TOURTELLOTTE Meetings served with Marinara sauce, garden salad (GRADES 5-12) and a dinner roll Monday, March 19 – BBQ rib sand- MARY FISHER ELEMENTARY Friday, March 23 – Pizza burger, served wich, oven baked potatoes, baked beans, with oven baked potato wedges and zesty alt. main: Cheese pizza. SCHOOL Italian three bean salad Tuesday, March 20 – Chipotle chicken PUTNAM Monday, March 19 – Hamburger/bun, patty or plain chicken patty, mashed pota- Danimals yogurt, muffin, cheese sticks, to, roasted carrots, alt. main: hamburger or Monday, March 19 tater tots, baked beans, garden salad, 100% PUTNAM ELEMENTARY cheeseburger (lettuce, tomato, onion) Board of Selectmen, 7 fruit juice Wednesday, March 21 – Enchililada stack, p.m., Town Hall Tuesday, March 20 – Chicken nuggets w/ SCHOOL & PUTNAM MIDDLE sour cream, breadstick, roasted squash, alt. mashed potatoes, bread slice, ham/cheese main: stuffed crust pizza Special Town Meeting, sandwich, celery sticks, garden salad. SCHOOL Monday, March 19 – Home style sloppy Thursday, March 22 – Buffalo chick- 7:30 p.m., Putnam Middle Wednesday, March 21 – Toasted cheese en wrap, vegetable beef soup, cole slaw, School sandwich, SunButter & jelly sandwich, Joe, seasoned beef on top of WG Kaiser bun, crispy sweet potato tater tots warmed Italian green beans, alt. main: cheese stick, cucumber wheels, garden hamburger or cheeseburger (lettuce, toma- Wednesday, March 21 salad. Tuesday, March 20 – WG spaghetti w/ meatball dinner, WG garlic bread, roasted to, onion) Special Board of Thursday, March 22 – Pasta w/meat Friday, March 23 – Popcorn chicken, Finance, 7 p.m., Town Hall sauce, garlic stick, turkey/cheese sand- broccoli “trees” Wednesday, March 21 – Popcorn chicken zesty or plain, Mexican rice, roasted sea- wich, broccoli crowns, garden salad soned broccoli Thursday, March 22 Friday, March 23 – Cheese pizza, fresh potato bowl, crisp popcorn chicken atop of Facilities Study Group, baked “cookie,” Danimals yogurt, muffin creamy mashed potatoes, gravy and sweet WOODSTOCK PUBLIC 7 p.m., Town Hall cheese stick, baby carrots, garden salad. corn and WG dinner roll Thursday, March 22 – Wolf meal: beef burger plain or w/cheese, topping bar, sea- SCHOOLS Monday, March 19 – Hot dog/bun, baked soned curly French fries, 100% fruit sher- THOMPSON POMFRET COMMUNITY beans, fruit, milk bert Tuesday, March 20 – Waffle stix, roasted Friday, March 23 – ½ day: WG stuffed Monday, Mach 19 SCHOOL red potato, breakfast sausage, fruit, milk crust pizza, fresh Caesar salad with sea- Conservation Monday, March 19 – Cheesy pizza dip- Wednesday, March 21 – Popcorn chicken, soned croutons and parmesan cheese Commission, 7 p.m., Town pers, served with a side of marinara sauce, mashed potato, carrots, fruit, milk Hall baby carrots and cucumber wheels Thursday, March 22 – Pasta, meat sauce, Tuesday, March 20 – Chicken taco salad, green beans, wheat roll, fruit, milk Tuesday, March 20 served with roasted corn salsa, tortilla Friday, March 23 – Pizza, spinach salad, Board of Selectmen, 7 chips and seasoned black beans fruit, milk p.m., Town Hall

Wednesday, March 21 Economic Development Commission, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall Marianapolis Prep quarter 3 honor roll Friday, March 23 NECOGG, 8:30 a.m., 125 Putnam Pike THOMPSON — Local CT; Olivia Duncan, Woodstock, Walsh, Thompson, CT. Olivia Summiel, Dayville, CT; students on Marianapolis CT; Samantha Gisleson, Dean’s List: Sophia Janel Syriac, Woodstock, CT; Preparatory School’s quarter Thompson, CT; Maxwell Hayes, Al-Meshrefawi, North Alison Tourtellotte, Putnam, EASTFORD three honor roll are as follows. Danielson, CT; Kathleen Joiner, Grosvenordale, CT; Nicholas CT; Joseph Werge, North Head of School List: Lily North Grosvenordale, CT; Basley, Danielson, CT; Callista Grosvenordale, CT; Zachary Monday, March 19 Alessandro, Pomfret Center, Evan Lundt, Woodstock, CT; Bibeau, Danielson, CT; Meghan Willard, Thompson, CT. Clean Energy Task CT; Grant Alessandro, Pomfret Thomas Nurse, Brooklyn, CT; Darigan, Woodstock, CT; Honor Roll: Paige Boisvert, Force, 7 p.m., Town Hall Center, CT; Owen Alicandro; Brendan Phaneuf, Danielson, Ethan Gosper, Danielson, CT; Thompson, CT; Julia DiNoia, Sage Auger, Danielson, CT; CT; Colby Pion, Danielson, CT; Garret Hippert, Brooklyn, CT; Thompson, CT; Kortney Grove Cemetery Ryan Barnwell, Danielson, CT;; Molly Romprey, Thompson, Julia Hopkins, Killingly, CT; Drew, Thompson, CT; Michael Trustees, 7:30 p.m., Town Ethan Bibeau, Danielson, CT; CT; Samuel Roy, Thompson, Luke Lageman, Brooklyn, CT; Hanrahan, Thompson, Hall Alexander Boligan, Thompson, CT; Alex Stawiecki, Thompson, Jillian Ormerod, Dayville, CT; CT; Thomas Joiner, North CT; Abby Cook, Thompson, CT; CT; Noah Trainor, Dayville, Yasmeen Osborne, Brooklyn, Grosvenordale, CT; Ayana Tuesday, March 20 Jordan Desaulnier, Dayville, CT; Maxwell Underhill, North CT; Niamh Raftery, Thompson, Patel, Brooklyn, CT. Republican Town CT; Taylor Downing, Brooklyn, Grosvenordale, CT; Mary CT; Sara Soares, Dayville, CT; Committee, 7 p.m., Town Hall FAMILY AFFAIR Wednesday, March 21 Special Board of A Real Keeper Selectmen, 9 a.m., Town Hall

Recreation Commission, 4:30 p.m., Town Hall

Thursday, March 22 Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission, 7 p.m., 7 p.m., Town Hall

Library Board, 7 p.m., Eastford Public Library WOODSTOCK Monday, March 19 Agricultural Commission, 1 p.m., Town Hall

Tuesday, March 20 Board of Finance, 7 p.m., Town Hall Carole Davidge photo PUTNAM — Three generations of Wednesday, March 21 Ellsworths, all from Eastford, participated Quasset School, 4 p.m., in the Courthouse O’Putnam 5K road race Town Hall last Sunday, March 11, in downtown Putnam. With Mary Ellen Ellsworth, left, placing sec- hoto eprints vailable Garden Club, 6:30 p.m., ond in her age category (75 years and over), P R A Town Hall alon with granddaughter Hannah and daugh- Call Villager Newspapers for details 860-928-1818 ter Liz. Other Ellsworths who participated in Thursday, March 22 the event included Rob and Ashlyn Ellsworth or drop us an email at Board of Education, 7 and their sons Robert and Charles. [email protected] p.m., Town Hall A16 • Friday, March 16, 2018 Villager Newspapers conduct; assault third degree. improper turn, interfering with an offi- Jason M. Tworzydio, 37, of 78 Dyer cer, disorderly conduct. Carly Funk, 19, of 5 Smith St. Police Logs St., Danielson, was charged with injury, POMFRET CENTER Putnam, was charged with Possession risk of injury, impair morals of chil- Wednesday, March 7 of Cannabis-type Substance Editor’s note: The information con- dren, child selling, reckless endanger- Jeffrey Collard, 42, of 157 Boston Alex Garcia, 19, of 110 Lilli Bridge Rd. tained in these police logs was obtained ment second degree. Turnpike, Pomfret Center, was charged Plainfield, was charged with Disorderly through either press releases or public Tinamarie Bonneau, 47, of 108 North with risk of injury to a child; disorder- Conduct, Breach of Peace, Criminal documents kept by the Putnam Police Frontage Road, Danielson, was charged ly conduct/threatening; threatening; Mischief, Conspiracy to Commit Department or Connecticut State Police with operating under the influence of reckless endangerment first degree. Assault 2nd Troop D and is considered the account drugs/alcohol. KILLINGLY Derin Labonte, 32, of 345 School St. of the police. All subjects are considered THOMPSON Thursday, March 8 Putnam, was charged with Failure innocent until proven guilty in a court Tuesday, March 6 Jessica Lynn Dessert, 35, of 365 Bailey to Drive Right, Operating Under the of law. If a case is dismissed in court or Martin Reid Taylor, 20, of 855 Hill Road, South Killingly, was charged Influence the party is found to be innocent, The Thompson Road, Thompson, was with violation of protective order. Sunday, March 11 Villager, with proper documentation, charged with speeding, operating under William Cole, 33, of 175B School St. will update the log at the request of the the influence of drugs/alcohol, stop sign PUTNAM POLICE Putnam, was charged with Operating party. violation, improper use of high beams/ Under Suspension, Failure to Keep red lights/flashing lights. DEPARTMENT Narcotics in Original Container, TROOP D LOG BROOKLYN Failure to Illuminate Tail Lights DANIELSON Tuesday, March 6 Saturday, March 10 Sunday, March 4 Jason Pelletier, 35, of 166 B South Joselyn Magrey, 26, of 244 Goreman Jonathan Demers, 31, of 45 Athol St. Steven Wooten, 39, of 14 Leander St., Main St., Brooklyn, was charged with Road, Brooklyn, was charged with Danielson, was charged with Operating Danielson, was charged with disorderly disobeying an officer, making an Failure to Renew Registration an Unregistered vehicle Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, March 16, 2018 B1

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Charlie Lentz photo Runners begin the Courthouse O’Putnam 5K road race last Sunday, March 11, in Putnam.

at the Courthouse avid runner. She moved O’Putnam 5K to break to New York City after his opponents. college and now belongs “I train a lot on hills so to the Dashing Whippets it works to an advantage running club. Cohen for me,” Stadolnik said. wasn’t surprised that “Against young speed- she established a course sters, I work the hills.” record. Her clocking of His familiarity with the 19:11 shattered Cronin’s Courthouse O’Putnam previous course record race route allows him to by 38 seconds. time his breakaway for “This isn’t my fastest an optimum demoraliz- (5K) time by any measure ing effect on challengers. but I’m really happy to “I know exactly where break the record,” Cohen to push it and I know said. “It’s hard course.” where I can get some Her record-breaking time,” Stadolnik said. “I performance was not the burn people out on hills result of a detailed plan. and then it flattens out Cohen was visiting her and then I stride it out — mother in Bloomfield last that’s where I make my weekend. Cohen and her gains right there.” boyfriend, James Kelly, With one mile to go were both in search of a on Sunday he allowed race and settled on the himself a glance over his Courthouse O’Putnam shoulder and had some 5K. breathing room between “We were looking at himself and Balkus and races on the internet and Kostyk. this one looked fun. We Charlie Lentz photo “I saw them behind liked the gloves,” Cohen Charlie Lentz photo Michael Stadolnik crosses the finish to win his sixth-straight me, maybe 200 feet,” said. “So we made the Jennie Cohen broke the course record en route to victory in Courthouse O’Putnam 5K on Sunday. Stadolnik said. “Then it’s trip to Putnam. We just the women’s division Sunday. a long gradual downhill thought it would be some- so I just give it every- thing fun to do.” BY CHARLIE LENTZ had plenty of company at again,” Cohen said. “In Sunday — but he’s not a VILLAGER EDITOR thing I’ve got. I’m tired A mystery unravels the starting line on Canal by then so I just try to any time a runner tack- New York I’m just one disbeliever — lucky num- PUTNAM — Michael Street. But along with a hang on.” les a race course for the of many, many fast peo- ber seven awaits next Stadolnik didn’t need the lead pack he quickly sep- With about one-half first time but Cohen was ple — and not even that March. luck of the Irish at the arated himself from the mile to go he allowed undaunted. fast — but here it feels “I don’t want to jinx Courthouse O’Putnam field of 1,346 participants. himself a final glance “You know when it’s a good to break a record myself for next year,” 5K, just his running Stadolnik, along with over his shoulder and 5K that no matter what and have all that training Stadolnik said. “But I feel shoes. For the sixth con- Brian Balkus and Piotr knew victory was within is thrown at you, you be rewarded.” good about it.” secutive year he took no Kostyk, jostled for posi- his grasp — he led by 300 can pretty much handle Stadolnik’s training Charlie Lentz may be blarney from his rivals. tion over the first mile. feet. it,” Cohen said. “There’s regimen was reward- reached at (860) 928-1818, On Sunday the 44-year- But at the one-mile mark “I gained a little bit,” not as much strategy, I ed for the sixth-straight ext. 110, or by e-mail at old Plainfield resident the racers encountered Stadolnik said. “I felt like think, that goes into a 5K. year. He didn’t need the charlie@villagernewspa- once again found a gold their first incline and I could hold it from there. But I did, at the luck of the Irish last pers.com. medal at the end of the that’s where Stadolnik If I could hold them at starting line, ask rainbow with a clocking made his move. that distance it’s really as the course offi- of 17 minutes, 27 seconds. “On the hills, at the hard in a 5K to make it cials where the It’s a familiar routine for first mile, that’s where I up.” hills were so I just the veteran runner. took the lead but it was Stadnolnik’s winning could mentally “It’s a great race. It’s only by a couple feet,” clocking of 17:27 gave prepare myself.” like the beginning of Stadolnik said. him an 18-second cush- Cohen said the race season for me,” Another incline fol- ion over Balkus, from she entered the Stadolnik said. “I love it.” lows shortly thereafter Ashford, who took second Courthouse While Stadolnik is an and Stadolnik used the place in 17:45. Kostyk, O’Putnam partly old-timer here, Jennie second hill to extend his from Bethel, finished in for the gloves but Cohen was a newbie margin. third place in 17:48. she left with the who made an auspi- “You only have maybe Cohen, 33, had an eas- course record — cious impression at her a couple hundred feet ier time en route to a a nice secondary first appearance at the of flat and then it starts comfortable victory. She benefit. Courthouse O’Putnam climbing up again,” led from start to finish in “Maybe I’ll try 5K. Cohen captured first Stadolnik said. “The sec- her record-setting time of to come back next place in the women’s ond hill, that’s where I 19:11 in the women’s divi- year and break it division in a record fin- pulled ahead a little bit.” sion. Stella DiPippo, from ish of 19:11, snapping the Stadolnik logs 80 miles Brooklyn, finished in sec- course record (19:49) set per week in training. ond place in 20:07. Linsey by Victoria Cronin last He’s planning on run- Arends, from Brooklyn, year. ning his eighth consec- took third place in 20:10. It was the sixth con- utive Boston Marathon Cohen trains “35, 40” secutive year Stadolnik in April. Last year miles per week and went crossed the finish line he finished Boston in to prep school at Loomis ahead of the pack. The fes- two hours, 41 minutes. Chaffee in Windsor, tive event includes a post- Stadolnik particularly where she ran cross race beer garden on Main likes the training work- country and track. She Street for those who’ve out he endures on a steep did not run competi- worked up a thirst over hill on Route 14 in his tively while attending the 3.1-mile distance — hometown of Plainfield Washington University but at the starting line and uses the inclines in St. Louis, but is an Stadolnik was surrounded by a sober assortment HALF OFF of leprechauns and runners clad in Irish-themed ENTRÉE outfits. Buy any entrée, “I love it. 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The event pro- Jonathan Tremblay, Dick Loomis, Monday, March 19, at Putnam High Brousseau was a local business man vides a showcase for the players who Monique Mailloux, Doug Porter and School. The contest features area senior who owned and operated a clothing have been performing on the hardwood Ron Coderre. Rotary President Rick boys and girls high school basketball business in downtown Putnam for more the past four years. Admission is $3 for Place will be on hand to present awards players. than 50 years. He was a member of the adults and $1 for senior citizens and and offer congratulatory remarks. Tipoff of the the girls game is sched- Putnam Rotary Club for more than five students. The National Anthem will Concessions for the evening will be han- uled for 5:30 p.m. The boys game follows decades, achieving perfect attendance be sung by Putnam’s Maurice “Moe” dled by the Putnam Lions Club under the girls game. Participants are expected for 41 years. He also served as the Club’s Coderre. All players and coaches will the direction of Annie Russo and Mel from all area schools including Putnam President in 1941 and was honored with receive a memento symbolic of their Cassio. High, Plainfield High, Killingly High, the Paul Harris Award, the highest rec- participation in the games. There will Ellis Tech, Griswold High, Tourtellotte ognition in Rotary International. be selection of Most Valuable Players Memorial, Woodstock Academy, The Putnam Rotary Club has been from each of the four teams immedi-

Charlie Lentz photos Putnam’s Ashley Burke Woodstock Academy’s Kali Dingui Tourtellotte’s Kali Dingui Killingly’s Reagan Morin is among the players invited to the Ray Brosseau Senior All Star game at Putnam High on Monday, March 19.

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BY CHARLIE LENTZ forward Jamie Woods scored VILLAGER EDITOR 11 points and junior forward FARMINGTON — Third- Heather Converse added nine seeded Farmington defeat- points for the Centaurs. Emma ed sixth-seeded Woodstock Novajesky led Farmington Academy 52-44 in the quar- with 14 points. terfinals of the girls Class L The loss ended the high state tournament on March 9. school careers of six Woodstock The loss ended the Centaurs seniors including Kali Dingui, season with a record of 17-7. Woods, Madison Brennan, Farmington (21-3) went on to Olivia Perry, Cayer, and Ciri defeat Wethersfield 45-40 in the Miller. Those seniors were semifinals and is scheduled freshmen three years ago when to face top-seeded RHAM (23- Woodstock coach Will Fleeton 1) in the state championship took over the junior varsity. game set for this weekend at Fleeton was promoted to the Mohegan Sun Arena. varsity coaching job when the “We had a slow start. They group were sophomores and jumped on us early,” said he’s coached them throughout Woodstock coach Will Fleeton their varsity careers. of the loss to Farmington. “We “They all moved up from went into the half down by 10. jayvee to varsity that sopho- So it was comeback time from more year with me. So for them that point on. I thought my to be the foundation of this kids did a good job. They cut program and to see it through the deficit. We got it down to and watch them finish is just a three in the fourth quarter but great moment, a great feeling,” we couldn’t get it any closer Fleeton said. “They’ll be great- because they were such a qual- ly missed. They’ll hold a spe- ity team.” cial place in my heart forever.” Against Farmington, Woodstock senior guard Charlie Lentz may be reached Mackenzie Cayer scored a at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by game-high 19 points includ- e-mail at charlie@villagernews- File photo ing five three-pointers. Senior papers.com. Woodstock’s Jamie Woods was one of six seniors on the Centaurs roster. Woodstock sixth at New England Gymnastics meet

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Local Events, Arts, and HERE & THERE Entertainment Listings FRIDAY, MARCH 16 SATURDAY, MARCH 17 OPEN HOUSE Buy or sell! AND SUNDAY, MARCH 18 Meet the faculty, take a campus KLEM’S WISE GUYS TEAM TRIVIA Woodstock Academy presents the tour, learn all that NDA has to offer. 117 West Main St., Every Tuesday, 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. MARSHALL TUCKER BAND 9:00 a.m. - noon For more info, contact Kimberly Spencer, MA CADY’S TAVERN with opening act Cold Train at the Visit with the Kossuth, Director of Enrollment at 508-885-2708 (Ext. 104) 2168 Putnam Pike (Rt. 44) Center for the Arts on the Easter Bunny 508-757-6200 (x 229) or email www.klemsonline.com Chepachet, RI Woodstock Academy South Bring your own [email protected] 401-568- 4102 Campus, 150 Route 169, camera and SATURDAY AND SUNDAY Woodstock, CT Admission tickets take a free pic- SPORTSMAN’S FLEA MARKET APRIL 28 AND 29 LIVE ENTERTAINMENT can be purchased for $35 A limited ture. Auburn Sportsman Club FRIDAY NIGHT number of premiun tickets, which PLEASANT ANNUAL SPRING DERBY 2018 50 Elm St., Auburn, MA 8:00 a.m. HEXMARK TAVERN include admission to a pre-show STREET DINER Tables only $10.00 each AT SALEM CROSS INN reception, can be purchased for 310 Pleasant st., Leicester, MA Registration and breakfast We always sell out. starts at 6:00 a.m. 260 West Main St., West $100 The reception will be held 508-892-3700 Call 508-832-6492 or stop at the Brookfield, MA next door at the Head of School’s Spencer Fish & THURSDAY, MARCH 22 club. Hunting, fishing or camping Game Club 508-867-2345 home and will feature heavy hors items only. www.salemcrossinn.com d’oeuvres and beverages. Cash prizes and 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. Set up at 6 a.m. trophies Tickets can be purchased at MEXICALI GRILL - SPENCER woodstockacademy.org/tickets SATURDAY, APRIL 7 Large trout up to 11 All-day fundraiser for pounds stocked for the event Common Ground Land Trust SECOND CHANCE PET KLEM’S FISHING EXPO Youth archery shoot 20% of total sales donated 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 155 Mechanic St., Spencer, MA ADOPTIONS AT KLEM’S to this non-profit organization 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Reps, experts and the latest gear for See restaurant for details 2018 KLEM’S SATURDAY, JUNE 16 Come visit with dogs Spencer Location Only and cats available 117 West Main St. ATHA Quiet Corner 117 Main St., Spencer, MA Spencer, MA KLEM’S 774-745-8200 HOOK-IN TRAP SHOOTING 117 West Main St., 508-885-2708 (Ext. 104) Traditional hooked rugs displayed www.klemsonline.com Every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. Spencer, MA SATURDAY, MARCH 24 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Open to the public 508-885-2708 (Ext. Rte. 169 & 171, Woodstock, CT EASTER BUNNY PICTURES AT SATURDAY, APRIL 14 $12.00 per round includes 104) Join us for fun and good times clays and ammo www.klemsonline.com KLEM’S BEEKEEPING SEMINAR AT Vendors/Raffle/ Door Prizes 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. NRA certified range officer KLEM’S Snacks and Beverages on site every shoot SATURDAY, MARCH 17 Hop on in - pets and children wel- 11:00 a.m. $15 for Hook-In All Day come! AUBURN SPORTSMAN CLUB BEEKEEPING SEMINAR AT Learn the basics Pre-register by June 1, 2018 50 Elm St., Auburn, MA $5.00 donation to the Spencer Instructed by Mary Duane $5 Vendor Shopping Only KLEM’S American Legion 508-832-6492 11:00 a.m. KLEM’S Contact: [email protected] KLEM’S 117 West Main St., Spencer, MA Learn the basics 117 West Main St., Spencer, MA ONGOING HUGE MEAT RAFFLE Instructed by Roland Sevigney 508-885-2708 (Ext. 104) First Friday of the month 508-885-2708 (Ext 104) www.klemsonline.com KLEM’S www.klemsonline.com ROADHOUSE BLUES JAM Early Bird 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 117 West Main St., Spencer, MA FRIDAY, APRIL 20 Every Sunday, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. 1st table: 7:00 p.m. 508-885-2708 (Ext. 104) HIGHWAY KIND CADY’S TAVERN Auburn Sportsman Club SECOND CHANCE PET www.klemsonline.com 9:00 p.m. 2168 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, RI 50 Elm St., Auburn, MA ADOPTIONS AT KLEM’S Blues, roots and smart pop 401-568-4102 508-832-6496 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 308 LAKESIDE Come visit the dogs and cats avail- 308 East Main St. TRIVIA TUESDAYS able East Brookfield, MA at 7:00 p.m. • Cash prizes KLEM’S THE BAD TICKERS 774-449-8333 308 LAKESIDE St. Patrick’s Day 117 West Main St., Spencer, MA 308 East main St. Starting late afternoon Playing your 508-885-2708 (Ext. 104) East Brookfield, MA favorites with some Irish Pub songs www.klemsonline.com TRIVIA SATURDAY NIGHTS 774-449-8333 thrown in! 7:00 p.m. register SATURDAY, APRIL 28 308 LAKESIDE SUNDAY, MARCH 25 7:30 p.m. start up 308 East Main St. EQUIPMENT CONSIGNMENT HILLCREST COUNTRY CLUB Do Something Fun East Brookfield, MA 2:00-4:00 p.m. AUCTION AT KLEM’S 325 Pleasant St., Leicester, MA 774-449-8333 NOTRE DAME ACADEMY 10:00 a.m. 508-892-9822 This Weekend!

Villager Newspapers COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT “Shining a light on community eventS” March 18, Sun., 10:30am Take Out Lasagna Dinner $10- Meat or Veg- The Return of Bald Eagles, at the Brooklyn etarian Lasagna, Salad, bread & cake -- at Community Center, 31 Tiffany St., Brook- the Federated Church of Christ – Rtes 6 & lyn. Chief Ranger Bill Reid’s program tells 169 Brooklyn the history of bald eagles in the country Horizon Wings will also join the program March 24, Sat., 9am-noon with Atka the bald eagle. There will be a food drive for local, needy people on at the Cargill Council 64 Knights March 18, Sun., 2pm of Columbus Hall, 64 Providence Street, A Christian Healing Service will be held Putnam. Please bring your non-perishable at St. Philip’s Church. Prayer teams will be food items and tax-deductible monetary available to pray with individuals for physi- MarchEvents donations. The Easter Bunny will be there! cal, emotional and spiritual healing. The ser- cookies for all. Registration required. Call March 23, Fri., noon-8pm If you can’t get there in person, then please vice, which is held on the 3rd Sunday of the 860-774-3300 or via e-mail at [email protected]. Knights of Columbus Council 2087 will mail your check to Interfaith Human Ser- month, includes praise and worship music Sponsored by The Last Green Valley Moder- hold a Lenten fish fry, in the Knights Hall, vices of Putnam. P. O. Box 281, Putnam, CT and a celebration of the Eucharist. St. Philip’s ate; 2 miles, leashed dogs only. 1017 Riverside Drive, North Grosvenordale. 06260. Church is located at 63 Grove St. on the cor- Fish and chips ($10); baked haddock ($11); ner of Pleasant Street. For information call March 20, Tues., 6:30 – 8 pm fried clams ($14); baked or fried scallops March 24, Sat., 5:30pm 860-928-3510. Woods Forum: Goodwin Conservation ($11-15); seafood platters ($17), and more. Back by popular demand is Spirit Fiddle, Center, 23 Potter Rd., Hampton. Please join 860-923-2967, [email protected]. and Nick Anderson with Shady Creek. We March 18, Sun., 8:30am-12pm CFPA as we bring together Connecticut will offer a baked macaroni dinner with all Easter Bunny Breakfast-St. Joseph School, woodland owners and conservation profes- March 24, Sat., 10:30-11:30am the usual trimmings for $8 starting at 5:30, 26 Main Street North Grosvenordale. Adults sionals to share information and experienc- Easter Fun in the kitchen, we will make Eas- followed by a great bluegrass venue starting $10, Seniors, $8, Children $6. Price includes es. ter themed treats to eat and share. Geared for at 7pm for $12. At the Killiingly Grange, at photo with the Easter Bunny. French Toast kids 6 and older. Please sign up in advance. the corner of Dog Hill Road and Hartford Casserole, scrambled eggs, pancakes, steak, March 20, Tues., 7pm 860-564-2692, Sterling Public Library, 1183 Pike. corned beef hash, sausage, bacon, roasted Bingo every Tuesday at the VFW, 1523 Prov- Plainfield Pike, Oneco. potatoes, fruit salad, muffins, beverages. idence Street, Putnam. March 24, Sat., 10-11am March 20, Tues., 11:30am-1pm March 21, Wed., 3pm The Easter bunny is going to be making a A Special “Vernal Equinox” TLGV Member Intro to Online Genealogy: Free Sources special appearance at Aldrich Library at 299 Hike at West Thompson Dam. We’ll meet up Part. 2 –@ Pomfret Library. A continuation Main Street, Moosup before he gets ready at the US ARMY Corps of Engineers park- of the monthly genealogy workshops, please for his big night. The Easter bunny will be ing lot on West Thompson road adjacent to bring your notebook, tablet, and/or smart- here from Hop on down to meet him and the dam. From there we’ll hike the Ramsdell phone to follow along! Sponsored by the make these super cute crafts with us. Woods Trail to the West Shelter. Bring a Pomfret Library Friends. bag lunch and TLGV will pack in cider and March 24, Sat., 4:30-6:30pm

This page is designed to shine a light on upcoming local nonprofit, educational and community events. Submissions are limited to 50 words or less and are FREE to qualifying organizations, schools, churches and town offices. To submit your event contact: Teri Stohlberg at 860-928-1818 ext. 105, or [email protected]. Deadline for submission is Friday at Noon B6 % Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, March 16, 2018 OBITUARIES are published at no charge. E-mail notices to [email protected] or fax them to (860) 928-5946. Photos are welcome in JPEG format. OBITUARIES Michael Peter Markowitz, 75 Rev. Richard L. Archambault, 88 PUTNAM, of Attawaugan; his sister, Merrie PUTNAM -- The at the Holy Spirit Provincial House. CONNECTICUT and Chartier of Putnam and his brother- Reverend Richard While serving there, Father became INGLIS, FLORIDA - in-law, Joseph Eber of Brooklyn; eight L. Archambault, Chaplain and Director of Project It is with great sad- grandchildren, Brandon, Jeremy, Mia, retired priest of the Northeast, an organization dedicated ness that the family Hallie, Cayla , Samantha, James and Diocese of Norwich, to providing food assistance to indi- of Michael Peter Julia, one great grandson, Dax, and died March 8, in viduals and families in need across a Markowitz announc- many cousins and nieces and neph- Putnam. He was 88. wide circle of communities. Project es his passing after ews. He is preceded in death by his As both educator Northeast is part of the living legacy of a hard-fought battle sister, Joyce Eber and father, Peter and pastor, Father caring of Father Archambault. with cancer, at home Markowitz. Archambault is fond- Father Archambault is survived on March 4. Michael was born in Michael will be remembered as a ly remembered as a compassionate by his brothers, Reverend Monsignor Putnam, to Peter and Ida Markowitz. kind, strong, helpful man. He will be and giving priest. Henry N. Archambault, J.C.D., He attended college at the University of missed by his family and the many Father Archambault, son of Joseph P.A., Diocese of Norwich, Charles Connecticut- Agricultural Studies. For friends he made throughout his life. A. Archambault and Bernadette Archambault of N. Grosvenordale, J. 36 years he and his wife, Stacia owned The family would like to thank Dana (Coderre) Archambault, was born in Paul Archambault of Pennsylvania; and operated Mike’s Concessions. He Farber Center in Boston for their con- Putnam. He prepared for the priest- a sister, Denise Hutchinson of N. is survived by his loving wife, Stacia; stant, attentive treatment and care, hood at St. Thomas Seminary in Grosvenordale, and numerous nieces his mother, Ida Markowitz of Putnam; Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, and Bloomfield, and St. Bernard Seminary and nephews. He was predeceased by his children, Steven Markowitz Citrus County Hospice for the excel- in Rochester, New York, and pur- three brothers A. Leon Archambault, of Rocky Mount, Virginia, Ginny lent work and loving care. sued further theological studies at St. Maurice Archambault, and J. Bernard and son-in-law, James Friedman of At Michael’s request, a private Sulpice in Issy, France. Archambault, and a sister Jeanne Brookline, Massachusetts, James and memorial service is under the direc- He was ordained to the priesthood Brodeur. daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Markowitz tion of the Gilman Funeral Home & by the Most Reverend Bernard J. The Vigil for the Deceased with of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the Flanagan, D.D., Bishop of Norwich on Reception at the Church took place Elizabeth Buzalski, of Thompson, and family asks that you consider a dona- July 2, 1955 at St. Joseph Church in on Tuesday, March 13, in the Chapel Patrick Markowitz of Rocky Mount, tion to St. Jude Children’s Research North Grosvenordale. of the Holy Spirit Provincial House in Virginia; his brothers, Paul and wife Hospital. For Memorial Guestbook, Following his ordination, Father Putnam. Following that ceremony, a Cookie Markowitz of Boise, Idaho visit www.GilmanAndValade.com Archambault’s first parish assign- Mass was celebrated for his repose in and Max and wife, Janet Markowitz ments were at St. Patrick Cathedral, the Chapel. The Funeral Mass was cel- Norwich, St. Mary in Putnam and ebrated on Wednesday, March 14, at St. Sacred Heart in Taftville. Joseph Church in N. Grosvenordale. Samuel F. Young, 84 His service to the Diocese of Burial will follow in St. Joseph Norwich as educator broadened in Cemetery POMFRET was a Bible teacher 1963 when he was appointed Assistant Funeral arrangements have been CENTER -- Samuel for many years. Superintendent of schools. In 1965, he entrusted to the Gilman Funeral Home F. Young of Pomfret He leaves his wife would become the Superintendent of & Crematory, 104 Church St., Putnam. Center, died March Maria; his children Diocesan Schools. For memorial guestbook visit www. 10, at Davis Place in Donna Kozakowski In 1972, Father was appointed Pastor, GilmanAndValade.com. Memorial Danielson. He was and her hus- St. Patrick Church in Mystic, where he donations in Fr. Richard’s memory 84 years old. He was band Raymond of would serve the faithful for six years, may be made to Project Northeast, 81 the beloved husband Quinebaug; Michael before returning to Putnam to serve Church St., Putnam, CT 06260. of Maria (Guardiani) Young and his Young. They were wife Jacqueline of married in 1955. He was born May Southbridge, Massachusetts; Tricia 20, 1933 in Webster, Massachusetts, Renaud and her husband Gary of Richard J. Moylan Sr., 90 son of the late Walter and Laurianna Pomfret Center; Tina Young and her (Duclos) Young. Sam worked for many wife Malea Rhodes of Northampton, EAST HARTFORD husband John of years for the State of Massachusetts Massachusetts; nine grandchildren, – Richard Moylan Woodstock, Theresa Employment Office as a Job Counselor, Krystyna and Stephan Kozakowski, Sr, 90, of Timrod Moylan of Vermont, which he thoroughly enjoyed, retir- Elizabeth, Rachel and Jacob Young, Trail, died peaceful- Linda Johnson ing in 1997. He also was employed Taylor, Evan, Brooke, Jordan and ly on Sunday, March Moylan and husband as a Merchandising Manager for WT Lucas Renaud; two great grandchil- 11, at the Hartford Gary of Broad Brook, Grants in Putnam and at David Lenti in dren, Quil and Oakley Renaud. Calling Hospital. He was the Diane Moylan- Southbridge, Massachusetts. Formerly hours were held on March 15, at the husband of the late Cooke and husband of Southbridge, Massachusetts, he had Smith and Walker Funeral Home in Gertrude (Plantier) Steven of Woodstock, made his home in the Woodstock- Putnam, which was followed by a Moylan. Born in Jo-Ann Moylan of Pomfret area after his retirement and Memorial Service. In lieu of flowers, Hartford, he was the son of the late Sprague, Amy Beaudoin and husband attended South Woodstock Baptist donations may be made in Sam’s mem- William and Margaret (Edhardt) Patrick of East Hartford, Erin Moylan Church. Sam was a veteran of the ory to a charity of one’s choice. www. Moylan, he was their last surviving and her companion Kelly Viveiros of Korean War serving with the US smithandwalkerfh.com child. Rhode Island; eleven grandchildren, Army. He enjoyed woodworking and Richard was a veteran of the United and seven great grandchildren. States Army and served during the Richard was predeceased by his son Korean War. He was an auto body Richard Moylan, Jr; daughter Nancy technician working for several auto Moylan and a granddaughter, Ayla Francis A. “Pee Wee” Pellerin, 80 dealers. Moylan. He was a member of the American Funeral services are private and NORTHBRIDGE, 25 years, retiring Legion Montville Post 112. Richard have been entrusted to the Gilman and MASSACHUSETTS in 1988 when the enjoyed gardening and fixing things Valade Funeral Home and Crematory, ‚Äî Francis A. “Pee plant closed. He then around his house. He was very proud 104 Church St. Putnam. Wee” Pellerin, 80, worked at Perry’s of and loved to work on his 1998 Memorial donations may be made of Sutton St. died Auto Sales selling Chevy S-10, which he customized and to the St. Jude Children’s Research Tuesday, March 6, vehicles and attend- “pimped out.” Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas at Milford Regional ing the car auctions. Richard is survived by his son, Place, Memphis, TN 38105. For Hospital after an ill- He served in the Dennis Moylan of Manchester; seven memorial guestbook visit www. ness. US Navy and raced daughters, Pamela Bartolomei and GilmanAndValade.com. He is survived stock cars at the for- by his wife of 56 years Priscilla G. mer Westboro Speedway. He enjoyed (Bilodeau) NASCAR, the Red Sox, yard sales, Carol A. Figueroa, 64 Pellerin; his four children Ann clamming, fishing, casino trips, and Marie Dawes and her husband Father’s Day. He was a member of Michael of Douglas, Massachusetts, St. Peter’s Church and the Mumford PUTNAM – Carol Carol is survived by her children, JoAnn Caldwell and her husband Council A. (Gayewski) Tyler Marie Figueroa and Jordan Dale of Northbridge, Massachusetts, Knights of Columbus in Whitinsville. Figueroa, 64, of Figueroa both of Putnam; two broth- Arthur J. Pellerin and his wife Brenda His family wishes to thank the 5th Church Street, died ers, Robert Gayewski of Massachusetts of Carthage, New York, and CarolAnn floor nurses and staff at Milford March 5, in Day and Richard Gayewski of Florida; Wescott and her husband Eric of N. Regional Hospital for their compas- Kimball Hospital. three grandchildren Tanya, Tyrone, Attleboro, Massachusetts; seven sionate care. Born in San Diego, and Xavier, three great grandchil- grandchildren; Patrick Dawes, Ashley His funeral was held March 12 from California, she was dren, Taveon, Skylar, and Evangeline, Dawes, Jenee’ Lachapelle, Tyler Jackman Funeral Home, Whitinsville, the daughter of the and several nieces and nephews. She Pellerin, Jennifer Jordan, Brieann which was followed by a Mass in late Richard and was predeceased by a sister Lynne Wescott, and Anthony Wescott; two sis- St. Peter’s Church, Northbridge. Ellen (Belanger) Gayewski. Gayewski ters, Lillian Belcher of N. Smithfield, Cremation burial in St. Patrick’s Mrs. Gayewski worked for many Funeral arrangements and crema- Rhode Island, and Shirley Grover of Cemetery will be at a later date. Calling years in data collections for Crossmark. tion services are private and have Danielson; and many nephews and hours at the funeral home were held She enjoyed listening to music, been entrusted to the Gilman Funeral nieces. He was predeceased by his March 11. watching old Western movies, crochet- Home & Crematory, 104 Church St., grandson Brandon Pellerin in 2012. Memorial donations may be made ing, and playing cards. But, above all Putnam. For memorial guestbook visit Born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island to the Mumford Council Knights of she cherished the quality time that she www.GilmanAndValade.com. on November 30, 1937, he was son of Columbus, spent with her family and friends. Arthur J. and Nellie (Bielat) Pellerin 77 Prescott Rd. Whitinsville, MA and lived in Northbridge most of his 01588. To leave a condolence message life. for Mr. Pellerin worked at the former the family please visit www.jack- Jeffrey B. Collins, 39 General Motors Co. in Framingham manfuneralhomes.com SOUTH had an enduring passion for music and for KILLINGLY – Jeffrey dancing. Jeffery was especially fond of Collins, 39, died on spending time with and enjoying the Friday, March 9, at company of his two sons, of whom he Ronald D. Briere, 58 home. He was the was most proud of. He will be dearly loving husband of missed by his family and friends. Rhonda (Roy) Collins Jeffrey is also survived by three DAYVILLE -- Ronald D. Briere, 58 of Patricia and his mother, he is sur- and proud father of brothers, John Collins, James Collins Dayville died March 5, at Day Kimball vived by his stepmother Carol Briere two sons Waylin and and Joel Collins; his sister Amanda Hospital in Putnam. Ronald was born in of Dayville; stepson Allen R. Paradis Dakota Collins. Born Wish; his father’s wife Glenda; his Putnam on September 16, 1959 the son of North Carolina; siblings, Brian in Middletown, he was the son of John mother’s husband Theodore; and of Doris (Rondeau) Mackie of Dayville Briere of Dayville, Darren Briere of “Jack” Collins and Tammy (Anderson) his maternal grandmother Carolyn and the late Ernest Briere. He was Rogers, Myles Racine and Dee Racine. Wish of Woodstock. He graduated Anderson and Uncle Butch “UB” of the husband of Patricia (Beaudette) Grandchildren Connor, Deven, Aiden, from Ellis Tech in Danielson in 1997. Kentucky, and his dear birthday buddy Briere. Ronald worked for the Town of Allen Jr. and Ryder Paradis and Jeff was a Union Brick Layer with Doris Roy “Mem.” He was predeceased Killingly Sewer Authority for 15 years Ashley Carpenter. Funeral services Local Union 1 for twenty-one years. by his paternal grandparents Conrad and later as a pest control technician will be private. Tillinghast Funeral He was also employed with Ritchie and Viola Collins; and his maternal for Griggs and Brown. He was a mem- Home 433 Main Street Danielson is in Bros Auctioneers as an Inspector. Jeff grandfather Raymond Anderson. ber of the Dayville and Attawaugan charge of arrangements. enjoyed antiquing, woodworking, trav- Funeral services have been entrust- Fire Departments. Besides his wife eling/camping, being outdoors and ed to the Gilman and Valade Funeral Home and Crematory, 104 Church St. Putnam, CT. 06260. For memorial guest- book visit www.GilmanAndValade. com.

www.ConnecticutsQuietCorner.com In Print and Online Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, March 16, 2018 B7 Roger C. Baker Sr. 89 OBITUARIES CHARLTON: in 1998, Arthur L. Baker in 2015, and a Roger C. Baker sister Edna Grant. Sr. 89, of Freeman He was born in Charlton the son of Peter Michael Orr, 60 Rd. died Saturday, Melvin and Emily (Chaffee) Baker and March 3, 2018 after lived in Charlton all his life. Roger THOMPSON ian Bruce Sherman; Cricket Jacquier, being stricken ill retired from the Charlton Housing -- More than 1,000 vice chairman of Agri-mark; Jim at home. His wife Authority after 19 years of service, people attended a Smith, president of The Farmer’s Cow; Sophie (Porra) Baker he was also a custodian at Bay Path “Celebration of Life” Hank Holden, senior research scientist died Dec. 26, 2003. Technical High School for 17 years and on March 11 for Peter at Pfizer; Howie Sternberg, a geologist He leaves his daugh- worked at Camosse Brothers as a truck Michael Orr, 60, who was Peter’s UConn roommate; and ters, Rachel and her husband Michael driver, mechanic, and machine oper- co-owner of Fort Hill Thompson neighbors and friends Bill Manseau of Quinebaug, Ct., Donna and ator. He could fix or repair just about Farms, a member of Knipe and Jane Vercelli. her husband Jay Walker of Thompson, anything. Roger was a man of great The Farmer’s Cow In his eulogy, Smith said that Orr Ct. Grandchildren: Roger C. Baker knowledge with a passion for learning and Agri-mark dairy was “a walking encyclopedia who loved III, Kurt Baker and his wife Maria, and reading. He enjoyed gardening and cooperatives. He died unexpectedly at nothing more than he loved farming.” Meara Baker, Jenifer LaBarge, Keenin odd jobs. At Roger’s request all services home on March 5. In a letter to the family, Rep. Joe Walker, Timothy Lemire; 5 great-grand- are private Belanger-Bullard Funeral He was born May 24, 1957, in Norfolk, Courtney, (D-CT), wrote, “I always children: Roger IV, Adriana, Victoria, Home, 51 Marcy St. Southbridge is Virginia, son of the late James F. Orr learned something from Peter every Brandon, and Christian; and 1 great directing arrangements. An online and Dorothy Lunas Orr. He grew up time we met, and it was clear to me that great-grandchild, Bryce. He was pre- guestbook is available at www. in Hadlyme, Connecticut, and grad- he always was focused on ways to help deceased by 2 sons Roger C. Baker Jr. BelangerFuneralHome.com uated from Xavier High School. He others. He made such a positive impact majored in Agronomy at the University on the agricultural community.” of Connecticut and earned a Masters Orr leaves his wife of 37 years, Kristin, Chrystene L. Zarazinski, 68 degree at Penn State. and their daughters, Kies Orr, and He was employed as a research sci- Lily Truman Orr, both of Thompson; WEBSTER – Noel and graduated from Grafton High entist by Pfizer until 1992 when he and a brother, James, of Moline, Illinois, a Chrystene L. (Noel) School in 1968. She lived in Dudley his wife, Kristin O’Leary Orr, found- niece, two nephews and cousins. Zarazinski, 68, died and then in Webster for over 25 years ed Fort Hill Farms, one of six east- Donations in his memory may be Thursday, March before moving to N. Grosvenordale in ern Connecticut dairy farms in The made to the Thompson Congregational 8, 2018 at Brookside 2017. Chrystene worked as a dispatcher Farmer’s Cow cooperative. UCC, PO Box 308, Thompson, CT, 06277 Rehab and Nursing for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts At the “Celebration of Life,” eulo- or the Peter Orr Scholarship Fund, Center after an ill- in Westboro State Hospital and then gies were given by Connecticut PO Box 447, Thompson, CT, 06277. The ness. in Worcester State Hospital, retiring Commissioner of Agriculture Steve scholarship fund will benefit students She leaves 2 daugh- last year. She was very involved in the Revitzky; Connecticut state veterinar- majoring in dairy or plant science. ters, Sonya Tebo and state employees’ union AFSCME #1153 her husband David for many years where she served as of N. Grosvenordale, CT and Crystal vice-president and then as president. Robert S. Marshalkowski, Jr., 64 Kinney and her husband David of She enjoyed collecting and displaying Danielson CT; 4 grandchildren, Tyler zebra-themed articles. She was a CB THOMPSON ciates degree in industrial engineering Tebo and his wife Katie of Brooklyn, enthusiast and was known by her han- – Robert S. from Worcester Junior College in 1975. CT, Brian Kinney of Danielson, CT, dle name “Crazy Lady.” Visitation will Marshalkowski, Jr., Mr. Marshalkowski was a salesman and Alfredo and Anthony Tebo of N. be held from 2:00 to 4:00 PM on Sunday, 64, of Hill Road, died for Judge Tool Company in Stratford, Grosvenordale, CT; a great-grandson, March 18, in Scanlon Funeral Service, Thursday, March 8, for 3 years before retiring in 2009. Bentley Tebo; 2 brothers, Bill Noel of 38 East Main Street, with a service to in his home, after a Previously, he owned and operated Anchorage, AK and Mark Noel and celebrate her life at 3:30 PM during 10-year battle with H.C. Hook Company in Auburn for 6 his wife Cherie of Dudley; a sister, the visiting hours. Funeral arrange- syringomyelia. He years, and was in machine tool sales Patricia Gavin and her husband Dan ments are under the direction of the is survived by his throughout his life. He was a mem- of Millbury; a longtime friend, Patty Sitkowski & Malboeuf Funeral Home. wife of 32 years, ber of St. Joseph’s Church in North Couhig. of Worcster; and nieces and www.sitkowski-malboeuf.com Pamela L. (Bedard) Grosvenordale. Mr. Marshalkowski nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be Marshalkowski of Thompson; his was an avid golfer. He was a member She was born in Worcester and raised made to the Zarazinski Scholarship, son, Benjamin L. Marshalkowski and of the Topstone Golf Course in South in Grafton, the oldest of the 4 children c/o Sonya Tebo, 46 First Street, North his wife Cecilia of Wethersfield; his Windsor and Pine Ridge Country Club of Ernest J. and Virginia M. (Dunn) Grosvenordale, CT 06255. grandson, Leo J. Marshalkowski of in North Oxford. Wethersfield; and several nephews A funeral Mass was held on March and nieces. He was predeceased by 14, at St. Joseph’s Church in North Joseph A. DiMatteo, 32 his sister, Mary Ann Marshalkowski Grosvenordale. Burial will be pri- who died in 1972. He was born in vate at a later date at North Cemetery EASTFORD, 1985. Webster, Massachusetts, son of the late in Oxford. Calling hours were held CT- Joseph A. Joseph worked construction with Robert S. and Genevieve A. (Ostrowski) March 13 at Paradis-Givner Funeral DiMatteo, 32, passed Scott Horton Builder before his illness. Marshalkowski, and lived in Thompson Home in Oxford, Massachusetts. In lieu away on Monday, In his youth he was a Boy Scout and and South Windsor, before moving of flowers, memorial contributions may March 12th, in the achieved Eagle Scout status. He was an back to Thompson in 2014. He grad- be made to St. Joseph’s Food Pantry, Bay State Medical avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, uated from Bartlett High School in P.O. Box 897, North Grosvenordale, CT Center, Springfield, fishing and skiing. Webster in 1971 and received his asso- 06255. after an illness. Calling hours for Joseph will be held He leaves his fian- on Saturday, March 17th, in the Daniel cée, Desiree Chase T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton Dawn Adella Chartier, 63 of Eastford; his parents, Dr. Anthony St., Southbridge, from 9:00am to 12:00 WOODSTOCK – Dawn (Adams) Chartier of Tennessee, Steven Chartier G. and Judith B. (Seifert) DiMatteo noon with a funeral service to follow in Chartier, 63, of Underwood Road, died of New York, and Thomas Chartier of of Eastford; his brother, Philip G. the funeral home at 12:00 noon. Burial peacefully at her home surrounded by Georgia; two sisters, Regina Chartier of DiMatteo of Eastford; his aunt and will follow in the Oak Ridge Cemetery, family on March 5. She was the loving Willimantic and Lorrie Chartier of New uncle, Carolyn and Russell Peloquin Southbridge. wife of Gerard R. Chartier. Born in York; three beautiful grandchildren, of Southbridge; and his six cousins, In lieu of flowers donations may be Willimantic, she was the daughter of Madison, Nathan and Drew. Dawn is Todd Peloquin, Brenda Peloquin, Barry made to the Boy Scouts of America, Harriet (Colburn) Chartier of New York predeceased by her brother, James Peloquin, Jeff Peloquin, Nathanial PO Box 152079, Irving, TX 75015-2079 or and the late Paul Adams. Chartier. Peloquin and Jonathan Peloquin. He online at www.scouting.org. For many years, Dawn was a self-em- Relatives and friends are invited to was born in Southbridge on April 12, www.morrillfuneralhome.com ployed homemaker. Both Dawn and visit with Dawn’s family from 1:00 pm her beloved husband enjoyed traveling to 3:00 pm on Saturday, March 17, in the and were proud of the fact that together Gilman Funeral Home and Crematory, JoAnn M. Byrnes, 87 they had traveled around the United 104 Church Street, Putnam. Burial POMFRET the US and the Caribbean. She loved States visiting 47 out of 50 states. She will be scheduled for the Spring in the CENTER -- JoAnn her pets and enjoyed caring for them. was a passionate animal lover, who had Abington Cemetery Pomfret. M. Byrnes, 87, of She leaves five children: Christopher many pets of her own, and her true love Memorial donations may be made Pomfret Center, died Byrnes of Acton, Massachusettas; Amy was the love and pride she felt for her to P.A.W.S., P. O Box 248, Eastford, CT at home on March 7. Simek of New York City; Mary Ann son and beautiful grandchildren. 06242 and the Our Companions Animal She was the wife of Smith and her husband Tom of Pelham, Dawn is survived by her son, Andrew Sanctuary Inc., 46 Floeting Rd. Ashford, James J. Byrnes, Jr. New York; Sally Tanner and her hus- Marquette and his wife Pamela of CT 06278. For memorial guestbook visit They were married in band Brad of Concord, New Hampshire; Thompson; three brothers, Ernest www.GilmanAndValade.com. 1953, until he died on Jay Byrnes and his wife Susan of February 11, 1991. She Woodstock; and her beloved grandchil- Laura J. Zipkin, 65 was born July 10, 1930 in Worcester, dren, Zachary, Molly, Zoe, Kevin, Kelly, Massachusetts, the daughter of Joseph Victoria, Jack, and Abigail . Besides DANIELSON – Laura J. Zipkin, 65, and was the assistant director prior to James and Nina (Vendetti) Molinari. her husband, she was predeceased by of Danielson, died her retirement. Laura was a Killingly JoAnn was raised in Norwich, and her son-in-law Karel Simek. Saturday, March High School graduate and received her was a 1948 graduate of Norwich Free A Mass of Christian Burial will be 3, surrounded by Bachelor’s Degree from Connecticut Academy. She received her BS in held on Saturday, March 24, at 11:00 her family at Day College and her Master’s Degree in Nursing in 1952 from Skidmore College. AM at Most Holy Trinity Church, Kimball Hospital in Library Science from The University JoAnn made her home in Pomfret 568 Pomfret Street, Pomfret. In lieu Putnam. Laura was of Rhode Island. She was an animal Center and was a communicant of Most of flowers, donations may be made born in Providence, rights advocate and an avid sports fan Holy Trinity Church in Pomfret for in her memory to the Hale YMCA, 9 Rhode Island on especially The New England Patriots. most of her life. She served as Chairman Technology Park Dr., Putnam, CT 06260 February 17, 1953, Besides her mother she is survived by of the Pomfret Library Board and was or PAWS, 244 Rte. 171, Woodstock, CT daughter of Estelle her siblings, David Zipkin of Danielson, a longtime member of Day Kimball 06281. Arrangements by Smith and (Okun) Zipkin of Donna Zipkin of Danielson and Alan Hospital Women’s Board. She volun- Walker Funeral Home, Putnam, CT. Danielson and the late Joseph Louis Zipkin of Woodbridge. A Celebration teered for the American Red Cross and Share a memory at www.smithand- Zipkin. She had been employed at the of Life Service will be announced at a Day Kimball Hospital. JoAnn traveled walkerfh.com Killingly Public Library for 39 years later date. tillinghastfh.com extensively to Europe and throughout LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS be addressed to Jacqueline Dubois, aloud. Thompson Hill Rd, Requesting Home ESTATE OF Richard W. Haselton First Selectman, 16 Westford Road, The Town of Eastford reserves the right Occupation for Jeff of all Trades, of- (18-00029) PO Box 98, Eastford, CT 06242 by to reject any and all bids. fice space for off-premises repair and The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the the end of the business day of March [email protected] remodeling, storage space for equip- Court of Probate, District of Northeast 29, 2018. On Monday, April 2, 2018 (860) 974-0133 x3 ment. Approved. Probate Court, by decree dated Feb- at which time they will be opened and March 16, 2018 Sign Mylar for Application 18-03, La- ruary 13, 2018, ordered that all claims publicly read aloud. vallee Construction, LLC, Green Valley must be presented to the fiduciary at The Town of Eastford reserves the right TOWN OF THOMPSON PLANNING View Estates Subdivision, Donovan the address below. Failure to prompt- to reject any and all bids. AND ZONING COMMISSION Drive and Route 197, revised 2/2/18 ly present any such claim may result [email protected] LEGAL NOTICE added construction schedule. Ap- in the loss of rights to recover on such (860) 974-0133 x3 The Town of Thompson Planning and proved with conditions. claim. March 16, 2018 Zoning Commission, at its February Respectfully submitted, Joseph Paro- Brenda Duquette, Clerk 26, 2018 meeting, rendered the follow- di, Chairman The fiduciary is: TOWN OF EASTFORD, ing decisions: March 16, 2018 David P. Haselton CONNECTICUT Application 18-04: Bryce Thompson, c/o Stephen J. Adams, Esq., INVITATION TO BID applicant, R. J. Roy and Doreen Roy, NOTICE TO CREDITORS 158 Main Street, Suite 7, PO Box 682, Replacement of owners, for property at 61 Main St., ESTATE OF Robert D Eliasson Putnam, CT 06260 Town Office Building Roof located in an R-20 Zone District. Re- (18-00088) March 16, 2018 Description: The Town of Eastford is questing Home Occupation for We The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the seeking bids from insured and qualified Are The Atmosphere (WATA) an online Court of Probate, District of Northeast TOWN OF EASTFORD, Roofing Contractors to remove and re- publishing and e-commerce Company. Probate Court, by decree dated March CONNECTICUT place shingles. Inspections of roof can Approved. 6, 2018, ordered that all claims must INVITATION TO BID be done by calling Eastford Town Of- Application 18-05: Tom & Ruth Huiz- be presented to the fiduciary at the ad- Install Insulation at Town Garage fice. enga, owners, for property at 270 dress below. Failure to promptly pres- Description: The Town of Eastford is Sealed Bids for replacement of Town County Home Rd., Map 109, Block 35, ent any such claim may result in the seeking bids from insured and qual- Office Building Roof shall be ad- Lot 11 A located in an R-40 Zone Dis- loss of rights to recover on such claim. ified Insulation Contractors to install dressed to Jacqueline Dubois, First trict. Requesting Home Occupation for Brenda Duquette, Clerk insulation in Town Garage Building. In- Selectman, 16 Westford Road, PO Box Quinnbrook Yoga and Wellness, for The fiduciary is: spections of garage can be scheduled 98, Eastford, CT 06242 by the end of yoga and health coaching, small yoga Richard M Eliasson, by calling Public Works Supervisor at the business day of March 29, 2018. classes and occasional workshops. 36 Lakeview Drive, (860) 974-2259. On Monday, April 2, 2018 at which time Approved. Preston, CT 06365 Sealed Bids for Insulation Project shall they will be opened and publicly read Application 18-16, Jeff Ratcliff, 182 March 16, 2018 B8 % Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, March 16, 2018 Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, March 16, 2018 B9

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Storage PARK MODEL: Located at Men’s And One Women’s FIREWOOD: Cut, Split & 230/460V 3495RPM, 184T box included. Excellent condi- Highview Campground, West Bicycle Specialized Crossroad Delivered. Green & Seasoned. What’s On Frame/TEFC $100. 4 Motor tion $50. CAST IRON CHRIST- Brookfield.Seasonal 4/15-10/15 Size Medium, Avenir Seat, Wood Lots Wanted. Call Speed Controls Hitachi J100, MAS TREE STAND: Beautiful Two Bedroom with Addition and Himano Revoshifts, 7 Speeds Paul(508)769-2351 400/460V Best Offer. Call 5pm- $20. SUNBEAM WHOLE Storage Shed. (508) 873-6312, & More, Mint Condition. Your Mind? 8:30pm 508-867-6546 HOUSE HUMIDIFIER: Used, (508) 867-8736 ETS A Must See. Asking works great, 6-7 gallon, faux 283 P $175/Each. Call (508) 347- MOVING SALE: Hillsboro Full- wood cabinet on casters. $50. STANDARD WHITE POO- ACATION ENTALS 3145. Size Iron Sleigh-Bed with Box 575 V R We’d Like 14” SNOW CHAINS: Used, DLES:Males & females, ready Spring & Mattress. Excellent CAPE COD TIME SHARE COMPLETE MACHINE very good condition $25. 15” to go, best blood line in country, Condition. $1,000. Walnut FOR SALE: Edgewater SHOP: Bridgeports, C & C CABLE SNOW CHAINS: New good agility. $700 each. Shots & to Know. Dresser & Nightstand and Beach Resort, 95 Chase Av- Milling Machine, Lathes, Air $45. Call Ed. 508-479-9752 wormed. 413-262-5082 Full/queen Headboard. Excel- enue, Dennisport, MA 02639 Compressors, Fork Trucks, Drill lent Condition $450. Beige Re- On the water, Studio (Unit Presses, A Complete Mezza- clining Lift Chair $350. White 706). Permanent Week 33 nine 3,500 sq.ft. NEVER IN- 284 LOST & FOUND Couch and Blue Velvet Chair & SWAMP MOTOR BRAND (August). Deeded rights.You’ll STALLED! Pallet Racking, Elec- Floral Chair $450. 48” Round NEW!!! Swamp runner w/ 5’ PETS own it for a lifetime & can be tric Pallet Jacks. (508) 792-9950 Slate and Cherry Coffee Table long extension propeller. Preda- passed down to your children Email us your with Matching End Table $500. tor engine, 6-1/2 HP, 212cc, pa- and grandchildren. $5000. perwork and book. Used 2 Did you find CRAFTSMAN ROLL Around Antique Dining Room Set; Table (508)347-3145 hours; not even broken in! Tool Box: 6 Drawers, w/ Six Chairs, Buffet Server, your pet? thoughts to: Asking $500 or best offer!!! 508- 52Hx34Wx19D $100. Com- China Cabinet & Secretary. 885-3697 Or find a home NOW BOOKING puter Desk 23Dx30Hx47W Excellent Condition $1,500. queen Size Hillsboro Iron Bed NEXT SUMMER charlie@ $30.00. Glass Chess Set for one? ******** $15.00. Poker Chips/ Aluminum w/ Beautyrest Black Box Spring TABLE AND 4 CHAIRS - Case $20.00. Leapfrog 6 Books and Mattress. Excellent Condi- Heavy, honey pine, 24” leaf, $25.00. Call (508) 867-4546 tion. $2,000. (508) 987-2419 paid $800, asking $325 call CAPE COD villager 860-935-0149 DINING ROOM TABLE Center NEW BALANCE SNEAK- South Dennis Leaf With Four Chairs $100. ERS: 3 Pair, Black Leather off Rte. 134: newspapers.com Screenhouse 8 Panel, 4’ Wide Walking Shoes, Velcro Close, TOOL SHEDS Made of Texture Screen Sections, All New Rub- Never Worn! 91/2 Wide. 1-11: 8x8 $1075 8x10 $1260; ber Connectors. In Great $60/each. (508) 637-1304 8x12 $1350; 8x16 $1675 Deliv- Shape! $300. Hand Tools-All ered, Built On-Site. Other Sizes NICHOLS and STONE Different Kinds. (860) 947-0290. Available. CALL (413) 324-1117 Vtgreenmountainboy@ Pedestal Dining Table: LET US KNOW!!! Charter.Net 78”x60”plus 18” Extension, 6 Please call us so that we Side Chairs $800. Harden Gold TREES/FIELDSTONE: can take your ad Cozy 3 BR, (dbl, queen, ELECTRICAL MATERIAL: Wedge Sofa Excellent Condi- Trees- Evergreens, Excellent 2 twins) 1 bath home with Industrial, Commercial, Resi- out of the paper... full kitchen & microwave, tion $400,. (774) 241-0141 Privacy Border. Hemlocks- washer/dryer, screened in dential. Wire, Pipe, Fittings, Re- Spruces-Pines (3’-4’ Tall) 5 for Town-To-Town porch w/ picnic table, grill, lays, Coils, Overloads, Fuses, NORDIC TRACK TRL625: $99. Colorado Blue Spruce cable TV. Outdoor shower. Breakers, Meters, Punches, Recumbent cycle w/stabilizing (18”-22” Tall) 10 for $99. New Classifieds On dead-end street. Pipe-Benders. New Recessed floor bar for secure balance. England Fieldstone Near shopping, theater, TREADMILL - for therapeutic fit- 508-909-4111 restaurants, bike trail, Troffer, Flourescent 3-Tube T-8 Round/Flat, Excellent Retaining fishing, playground, 277V Fixtures Enclosed $56 ness (walking & jogging) (for up Wallstone. $28/Ton 10 minutes from bay and We’d Love Each. Call 5pm-8:30pm. to 400 lbs.) $300 each OBO (508) 278-5762 Evening 286 LIVESTOCK ocean side beaches. (508)867-6546 both in excellent condition. 508- 892-3998, 508-723-4452 HORSE BEDDING: Pine Bag Off season rates available FINLAND BLUE FOX TWO DRESSERS best offer. 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