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The Minor Breaking down barriers Details ADAM for women’s health MINOR Danielson Birthday nurse using research namedropping to tackle My wife’s birthday is next week! Don’t tell her I told alcohol use you. And no, I’m not telling you how old she is. I don’t disorders in have a death wish, man! Throughout the years, as women this time of year has come upon us, I always joked with BY JASON BLEAU her about her birthday, NEWS STAFF WRITER because she shares her day DANIELSON — The Photo courtesy Renee Graham of birth (May 2) with Dwayne issues of drug use and “The Rock” Johnson, one of Danielson nurse Renee Graham shows off a poster displaying alcohol dependence and the findings of her master’s degree research project at the my favorite action heroes. addiction have become I would always tease her Eastern Nursing Research Society’s 28th Annual Sessions. some of the most con- The URI student, who will graduate as an Advanced Nurse that it’s “almost The Rock’s cerning and heavily Practitioner in May, focused on the barriers and limitations birthday,” or “Time to wish debatable societal prob- of women with alcohol and substance abuse disorders in The Rock a happy birthday!” lems in today’s world, the Untied States. It goes over like a lead bal- Jason Bleau photo with cities and states loon, but I still try the lame throughout the country research for her mas- incorporating research attempt at humor. To quote FUTURE STARS working hard to tack- ter’s degree to become into her education as The Rock, she does not quite le the problems with and Advanced Nurse well. For her master’s smell what I’m cookin’. WOODSTOCK — Despite a rainy night and respect to the privacy Practitioner through project at URI, Graham I’m not one to get caught wet morning, the Woodstock Little League’s and limitations of those Rhode Island College. decided to focus on the up in the royal family drama opening day festivities were a big success last afflicted. After around 30 years of substance abuse issues of like most of the weekend, with players, parents and fans filing Here in northeastern nursing, Danielson res- in the United States world seems to be, but we in to the Roseland Park fields for the annu- Connecticut, one indi- ident Renee Graham is and what she found is were pleased to see that al parade and opening ceremony Saturday, vidual has done her taking the next step in both enlightening and Princess Charlotte was born April 23. Pictured, players eagerly await their part to put the focus her career by exploring a concerning, especially on my wife’s birthday last moment in the spotlight. For more photos, on some of those lim- new level of commitment in regards to the limita- year, so as my wife celebrates turn to page A17! itations through her to her patients while also her [age redacted]th birth- Please Read GRAHAM, page A10 day this year, little Charlotte will be celebrating her first. David Beckham will also be turning 41 this year; Ellie Kemper (of “The Office” and Putnam filmmaker brings ‘Blues Legend’ to life Netflix’s “The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” fame) will BY JASON BLEAU by a local custodian who with a former class- documentary direc- close friends as his be turning 36; NASCAR driv- NEWS STAFF WRITER made a dream come true mate at the University tor left McGinley with crew and music from er Kyle Busch will be turn- PUTNAM — They say by bringing four years of of Rhode Island, David praise for his idea and musicians like Tavana ing 31; and singer Engelbert sometimes the journey hard work together into Bettencourt known for implored him to create Mcmoore of Hawaii Humperdinck will be turn- is more important than his first feature film, his documentary work, the film himself. and YouTube artist ing the big 8-0. That’s some the result, but once in a which was recently con- who read McGinley’s Titled “Blues Legend,” Danny James, McGinley pretty eclectic company while the path to success sidered for the Cannes screenplay and decid- the film is based on an worked for around four right there! and the outcome at the Film Festival in France. ed to use it for his first old legend of a blues art- years to bring his vision As I looked up these end of that road are both Dan McGinley, of feature length produc- ist who sells his soul for to life. celebrity birthdays, I was worth the blood, sweat Quiet Corner Films, tion. McGinley said fame and fortune only to “There’s a million intrigued, so I popped in my and tears to make it all said his journey to cre- Bettencourt’s involve- suffer the consequences spins on the story. The own birthday (Oct. 7, in case happen. ating his first feature ment later ended due as his family and sani- legends down in the any of you wanted to send This is a lesson learned length production start- to bigger and better ty begin to deteriorate. me a present in the fall!) just ed during conversations opportunities, but the Using local actors and Please Read FILM, page ­A11 out of curiosity. Some inter- esting names came up. For example, I share a birthday with “” legend Simon Cowell, as well as sing- Hitting the er Toni Braxton, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Tampa Bay Rays third base- man Evan Longoria, rock ground running legend John Mellencamp, Red Sox outfielder Mookie Betts, recently retired football player Charles Hachey settles in as new Woodson and Christian music legend Michael W. Thompson rec director Smith. I had remembered the Simon Cowell one, but BY JASON BLEAU I was surprised that I share NEWS STAFF WRITER a cake-eating day with the THOMPSON — With president of Russia. Life is longtime Thompson weird, sometimes. Recreation Director Anyway, the happiest of Renee Waldron moving birthdays next week to The into the Town Clerk’s Rock! I mean, er…my wife! It Office following the 2015 still isn’t funny, is it? Maybe Charlie Lentz photos municipal election, a next year… Barry Vincent, back, Tony Ferraro, left, and Dylan Vincent, right. new face has joined the Before you stop reading Thompson Town Hall as this column, the following Recreation Director. people are celebrating a In January, longtime birthday today (April 29) — recreation volunteer actress Uma Thurman, coun- Angela Hachey was try legend Willie Nelson, announced as the Jason Bleau photos comedian Jerry Seinfeld, successor to Waldron. Chicago Bears quarterback ON THE Angela Hachey, a lifelong Now a few months into Jay Cutler, actress Michelle Thompson resident and the job, Hachey sat down Pfeiffer, actor Daniel Day- devoted recreation volun- with Staff Writer Jason Lewis, tennis legend Andre SIDELINES teer, was named the new Bleau to talk about recreation director for the Agassi, actress Megan Boone her new position and town in January after long- (of CBS’ “The Blacklist”), what it has been like time Director Renee Waldron and actress Kate Mulgrew PUTNAM — Softball fans to make the jump from moved on to become town (best known to me as came out to Owen Tarr Field volunteer to boss in the clerk. Captain Kathryn Janeway last Saturday morning, April Recreation Department from “Star Trek Voyager”) 23, to watch a game between in Thompson. — so wish them a hearty backyard rivals Putnam High and Tourtellotte Memorial. “Well, I was born and happy birthday! What’s your history raised in Thompson and when it comes I’ve been here forever. Adam Minor may be For more photos, turn to page A16! to recreation? Is I love the town and reached at (508) 909-4130, or Thompson your first always have, and started by e-mail at aminor@stone- Front, from left, Miranda Magalhaes, Tyler town where you’ve working for the summer bridgepress.com. Niemiec, Crystal Parmentier; back, Angie served in this kind of camp through this Vanzile. role? Please Read HACHEY, page ­A10 A2 • Friday, April 29, 2016 Villager Newspapers Center Street and the sale of the Orpheum

Marilyn Labbe has begun shop, a specialty store, a printer An October 1911 Transcript reported “The new extracting interesting tidbits and stationer, a popcorn stand, a Orpheum Theatre on Center Street was opened by from the 1933 Windham County Killingly drug store, meat markets, a hair William S. Brown with a concert by the Boston Transcripts. The following pro- dresser, music teachers, a law- Philharmonic Orchestral Club on the first night fol- vides much food for thought and at 300 yer or insurance agent on Center lowed by a performance of the popular play, The Man hopefully brings back some fond street. Truly, for a little street, it is on the Box.” memories for the older readers. the center of much activity.” (WCT I’m sure many of you have fond memories of the “Center street is one of those lit- MARGARET 8/10/1933) Orpheum so please take the time to share them with tle thoroughfares, none too prepos- WEAVER One thing that quickly caught family and friends. Feel free to email me or call sessing in appearance, which my eye was the mention of a the- the Killingly Historical Center. There are several never-the-less plays an important ater (other than the Orpheum), photos of the Orpheum on page 34 of “Images of part in the commercial life of the which was closed. I had remem- America Killingly” by Natalie L. Coolidge and Robert community. It was laid out some half-century ago by bered reading about one but couldn’t quite recall its A. Spencer. Thomas Bradford, who still maintains a consider- name; neither could Marilyn. Of course, we were off I was also curious about the Victory Theater in able interest, both financial and sentimental, in the and searching; we do love a challenge! Now we had Putnam, which was mentioned in the February 1927 abutting property. Occupants of its stores move more access to many resources to do our sleuthing — The article that spoke of the sale of the Orpheum. Putnam frequently than do those along the main stem, yet it is Killingly Business Encyclopedia, old business direc- Municipal Historian Bill Pearsall, Willie Zamagni, worthy to note that rarely does a place remain vacant tories, and indexed extracts of old Windham County and Joe Peterson were very helpful when I visited for long. Transcripts were only a few. In my research I came the Aspinock Historical Society recently. They said “Some few years ago the court of burgesses made across an extract from a Feb. 3, 1927 Transcript that the Victory was across from the present Putnam Center Street one way because it is narrow and describing the sale of the Orpheum theatre. Post Office. At the time of the 1955 flood, the building because the exit into Main Street constituted a danger- “Orpheum Is Sold by S-A Company. The S-A was occupied by the telephone company. The Victory, ous intersection. The signs on the forbidden entrance Amusement Company, which has operated the James F. Mahoney, manager, appeared in the 1931 on School street should probably be larger, as out- Orpheum Theatre since 1923, has disposed of its the- Putnam Directory, and apparently was short-lived for of-town drivers frequently manage to get by them atre interests in Danielson, Putnam and Rockville only the Bradley was listed in 1936. and start through the wrong way, blocking traffic to the Putnam Theatres Corporation, having leased How many of you know that Putnam also had an and causing Chief McFarland to sound shrill whistle its six houses to this syndicate for a period of twenty opera house that was located where the parking lot blasts on his trusty whistle. Large trucks often block years. The theatres involved are the Orpheum and now is between the former railroad station and the the way while their drivers unload, but there incon- Majestic in Danielson, the Bradley and Victory in Chickering Tavern? Bill Pearsall commented that veniences are all in the days work and give the police Putnam, and the Palace and Princess in Rockville. John Philip Sousa played his last Connecticut concert something to do. The Orpheum and the Princess are owned outright by there. Willie Zamagni added that polo was played on “To return to the importance of Center Street, it is the S-A Amusement Company and it holds long-term roller skates in that building. The Eisenhaur Bakery the site of Danielson’s only theatre, which attracts hun- leases on the others. It has not operated the Majestic was situated on the first floor, and Putnam News was dreds of people to the district and so helps to publicize for several years. Henry Johnson, who has been in a corner of the building (conversations 4/14/16). the area, manager of the Orpheum since it was taken over by Please feel free to share Putnam memories by email- as well as the S-A concern from John Lewis, will continue as ing me. another manager.” Mark your calendars for May 7: Calling all Civil theatre The Killingly Business Encyclopedia entry for War Buffs! The Killingly Historical Society will spon- which is the Majestic gave a June 17, 1920 Windham County sor a program at 1:30 p.m. at the Killingly Historical not operat- Transcript as a reference. Most interesting was the Center by author Buck Zaidel. He will do a power ing at the bold question-marked notation by Natalie Coolidge point presentation based on “Heroes For All Time/ present wondering if this was the same as the Phoenix Theater. Connecticut Civil War Soldiers Tell Their Stories,” time. You (the answer is Yes — see next paragraph) a book he co-authored with Dione Longley. Extracts can find a Now the domino effect led me to look up what from letters, diaries, and accounts by nurses, doc- plumber, the Business Encyclopedia had about the Phoenix. tors, and family members will be included. All are a painter, Natalie’s first entry from the Jan. 9, 1908 Transcript welcome. The program is free. Refreshments will be a laundry, read, “Big attendance at Moving Pictures in Phoenix served. There will be a short business meeting of the an electric Hall. Over 2,000 people attended the fine moving pic- Killingly Historical Society at 1 p.m. shop, shoe tures in Phoenix Hall last week, and the attendance shops, a this week is larger than last week. Every afternoon, Margaret M. Weaver is the Killingly Municipal dress shop, from 4:30 to 10, these entertainments are given contin- Historian. Special thanks to Marilyn Labbe and electrical uously, the price of admission being only 5 cents. The Aspinock Historical Society members Bill Pearsall, equipment, programs are changed each Monday and Thursday. Willie Zamagni, and Joe Peterson for assisting with a barber Clarence Kies and Miss Dora Reeves are winning materials used in this column. For additional informa- shop, a enthusiastic applause in their illustrated songs. Don’t tion visit the Killingly Historical Center Wednesday or restaurant, fail to hear Mr. Kies sing Capt. Baby Bunting, and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (or by appointment), visit a cleaning Miss Reeves sing Won’t You Be My Baby Boy?” For a www.killinglyhistory.org, or call 860-779-7250. Mail for Fee includes parking and admission to the event for adults and children establish- photo of this building see page 67 of Images of America the Killingly Historical & Genealogical Society, Inc. or ment, a Killingly Revisited by Natalie L. Coolidge. The cap- the Killingly Historical Center should be sent to P.O. monument tion noted that the building that once housed the Box 265, Danielson, CT 06329. Margaret Weaver may Phoenix and Majestic Theaters is now owned be reached at [email protected]. Note: by the Elks. Neither the Killingly Historical Center nor I have Caller Several years later the Orpheum Theater ID. Please leave your name and phone number when was constructed on Center Street. An April calling. Thank you. Note the new post office box num- WESTFIELD VILLAGE 1911 extract from the Transcript mentioned ber for the historical center. many of the businesses on this bustling ELDERLY HOUSING thoroughfare. “In the building of a new theatre and also a new business place The Wait List has been reopened! for Love’s marble works, Center Street will be the scene of much activity this Villager Almanac Effective April 18, 2016, summer. There is a great of business on this busy thoroughfare, as Quotation of the week we are again receiving applications! follows: Woodward’s drug store, Love’s Please call or come in to pick one up. marble works, Keystone Grocery, Transcript newspaper and job print- “I’m a new face to some, but for others I am ing office, Phoenix Theatre, Whipple’s a familiar face. I look forward to meeting more Westfield Village fish market, Brown’s Theatre, Martin’s people in town and creating more partnerships. bowling alley, Palace Steam Laundry, 44 Westfield Village • Danielson, CT 06239 Keystone Department Store, Dr. Sharpe, It has been fun.” 860-774-1644 dentist, Lafayette Hoyle’s repair shop, Louis Bradford’d electric supply store, - Thompson Recreation Director Singer Sewing Machine office, Melvin Fisher’s headquarters for building, Angela Hachey, commenting on her first few William Keech’s wheelwright shop, C. months on the job. B. Long’s blacksmith shop, George M. Pilling’s paint shop — in all 18 business places and each a different kind of busi- BOOK REVIEW ness, with the exception of the two the- atres.” (If you are new to the area and Tales of a Mother: Some Things Never Change can’t place Center Street, Deb’s Place Purely by happenstance, I found that I was reading now occupies the former Woodward’s the memoirs of two young mothers in different centu- Drug Store). ries, but they were telling the same story. I picked up a 8x7-9x7 Steel Liftmaster 1/2 hp copy of “Life Among the Savages,” by Shirley Jackson What’s On 2 Sided Insulated Chain Drive Email at the Woodstock take-it-or-leave-it shed at the Transfer Garage Door Your Mind? Station (a great place for books!). I was only familiar with 7ft Opener Jackson’s terrifying short story, “The Lottery,” so I was r-value 9.65 Inc, standard hardware & Us! We’d Like to Know. track, 8 color & 3 panel design options intrigued with this memoir, which was first published in $270 Email us your 1948. Jackson humorously tells of moving with her two inc Installation thoughts to: $570 price matching available on all written quotes small children and husband into a big house in Vermont inc Installation adam@ after being apartment dwellers in the city. During the villagernewspapers course of the book she has two more children, learns to .com drive, and tries to work out the home/work balance of all working mothers. “Recipes for a Beautiful Life: A Memoir in Stories” was recommended by a co-worker, and I was astounded by the similarities. Author Rebecca Barry was born three years VILLAGER STAFF DIRECTORY after Shirley Jackson passed away and her book was pub- NEWS STAFF ADVERTISING STAFF lished 67 years later, but I felt like they were parallel uni- Editor Advertising Representative Adam Minor (860)928-1818, Ext. 119 verses. Barry’s book came out of her blog, written while (860) 928-1818, ext. 109 [email protected] her two sons were small and the family was living in and [email protected] For all other questions please contact updating an apartment building in upstate NY after leav- Sports Editor Teri Stohlberg ing the city. The antics of her young sons and the difficul- Charlie Lentz (860) 928-1818 ext. 105 ties of writing her next novel while being a good mother OFFICE HOURS: TO SUBMIT A LETTER 860-928-1818 x 110 [email protected] [email protected] tell the eternal tale of motherhood. Monday through Friday 8:30am-4:30pm TO THE EDITOR: TO PLACE A BUSINESS AD: E-MAIL: Stonebridge Press, Inc. These authors tell the perennial story of the Mother, Retail Advertising [email protected] trying to keep her household together and get food on the (860) 928-1818 ext. 119 OR send to Villager, P.O. Box 196, table amidst domestic chaos and personal fulfillment. 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Although numerous safe- THOMPSON — The 3rd She has also competed in support, both on and off Annual Vintage Motorsports some of the largest races in the track. guards are in place to ensure accu- Festival will bring vintage the world, including the 24 The Vintage Motorsports rate reporting, mistakes can occur. sports car and formula rac- Hours of Le Mans, and 24 Festival welcomes drivers Confirmed fact errors will be cor- ing back to the Quiet Corner Hours of Nürburgring. from the Vintage Sports rected at the top right hand corner of Connecticut on June 23-25. “I’m excited to see Car Club of America and of page A3 in a timely manner. Thompson Speedway Thompson Speedway Vintage Racer Group, and If you find a mistake, call Motorsports Park is proud Motorsports Park. I enjoy features a diverse range (860) 928-1818 during normal busi- to announce former IndyCar seeing the cars and meeting of race cars from the early ness hours. During non-business driver and Daytona 24 Hour the people who race vintage 20th century through the hours, leave a message in the edi- winner, Lyn St. James, as racecars. It’s a way to not muscle cars of the sev- tor’s voice mailbox. The editor will this year’s honored guest. As only honor the past, but to enties. The event will return your phone call. part of her visit to the his- grow the sport. I’ve been feature a practice day on toric track, St. James will doing some vintage racing Thursday followed by two present as the guest speak- myself and just love it,” said full days of racing on the his- er at the Drivers’ Dinner on St. James. toric 1.7-mile road course. Young honored by PZC Friday evening, and will also Outside of her own racing For more informa- Courtesy photo be holding a book signing. career, St. James has made tion about the Vintage Lyn St. James raced pro- her name through motiva- Motorsports Festival or WOODSTOCK — H. Dexter Young, Courtesy photo fessionally for decades, and tional speaking, and her Thompson Speedway right, who Former IndyCar driver and has an impressive number support of young women in Motorsports Park, please has served Daytona 24 Hour winner of achievements under her racing. In 2003, she founded visit www.thompson- 25 years on Lyn St. James is year’s hon- belt, including being the first the Women in the Winner’s speedway.com. Follow us Woodstock’s ored guest at The 3rd Annual woman to win Indianapolis Circle Foundation, and the on Facebook, Twitter or Planning Vintage Motorsports Festival 500 Rookie of the Year, two Women’s Sports Foundation YouTube to stay up to date on & Zoning at Thompson Speedway June victories in the 24 Hours of Project Podium Grant, the latest news and updates. Commission, 23-25. Daytona, and one victory which provides aspiring received a Lifetime Achievement Award First Fridays returns for sixth season on May 6 from the Connecticut Federation of Planning and Zoning Agencies. At PUTNAM — The spring of 2016 is about to heat up with the than a decade. This band is dedicated to presenting the music the Commission’s meeting on April return of First Fridays. of Frank Sinatra in a fresh and inspired format, true to the 21, Commission Chairman Dr. Jeffrey On Friday, May 6, from 6 to 9 p.m., the streets of downtown spirit of Mr. Sinatra’s revered legacy. At the Community Gordon presented the award. Putnam will once again be filled with vendors, performers Arts Table, the May project is titled, Mural Paintings of Icons. “Dexter is a founding mem- and thousands of visitors. May’s event will kick off the 6th Painted in the style of Andy Warhol, this Community Arts ber of Woodstock’s Planning and season of First Fridays and the public is invited to come and project will recreate such iconic NYC images as the Statue Zoning Commission,” Gordon said. join the festivities, enjoying a spring evening in the arts & of Liberty, a New York City taxi cab, the NYC subway, and “He has been instrumental on the culture hub of Northeast Connecticut. Spanning six evenings the Chrysler Building. Over at Artique Paint Bar, the spirit Commission, guiding the growth from May through of interactive art continues with a large collaborative mural. of Woodstock while maintaining October, each People of all skill levels and ages are encouraged to add the town’s strong agricultural and event will bring their personal touch to the painting. New for this year, the rural character. He has a vast something new to First Fridays Street Art Committee will feature a New York personal knowledge of the histo- Public Meetings see, taste, and expe- themed installation sure to make viewers mad about art. ry of Woodstock, a common sense rience. Other performances include a Maypole dance on the lawn approach to regulations and regula- Continuing the of the First Congregational Church of Putnam, performed by tory processes, and a ‘can-do’ spirit to THOMPSON tradition of a sea- the NECT Youth Ballet Company of The Complex Performing facilitate the work of the Commission son-long theme, the and of the people he serves. Dexter is Monday, May 2 and Creative Arts Centre. In Union Square, That Dollar’s 2016 First Fridays Gone will be performing a variety of 60’s, 70’s and 80’s classic very well deserving of this Lifetime West Thompson Independent Fire will be a celebra- and contemporary acoustic rock and folk music, including Achievement Award.” Assoc. #1, Inc., 7 p.m., West Thompson tion of six iconic hits from The Beatles, Bob Dylan, James Taylor, Simon & Fire Department American cities. Garfunkel and many more. Visitors are also advised to be on Thompson Fire Engine Company Inc., Aptly titled, Art & the look out for “Art Attack” performances and surprise art 8 p.m., Thompson Fire Department, 70 the American City: displays that may pop up during the evening. Art Attacks are Chase Rd. An Artistic Road Tuesday, May 3 created by the Putnam Arts Council and are a staple of First Trip through the Fridays events. American Made, Finished & Unfinished Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m., East USA, each evening In addition to the art vendors lining the streets of down- Furniture For Inside or Outside Your Home Thompson Volunteer Fire Department will visit a differ- Wednesday, May 4 town Putnam, there will be many gallery events open to ent city. The season the public. On Main Street, Arts & Framing & The Sochor $ Ask about Friends of the Thompson Public 100 OFF will begin with one Gallery will feature multi-medium artist, Tim Oliver from 5 rent-to Library 1 p.m., Library/Community -own of the most recog- to 8 p.m. The Complex Performing and Creative Arts Centre IN STOCK SHEDS Center nizable cities in the will host an open studio from 6:00 to 8:00 pm with virtual We are offering $100 Inland Wetlands Commission Special world – New York, performances of dance, music and art. The Flying Carpet Meeting/Public Hearing, 7 p.m., recon- off last year’s prices. aka The Big Apple. Studio will host Makerspace and the Tiniest Art Gallery, fea- vening of public hearing on applica- Get this great deal Throughout the fes- turing local mixed media art, titled New York - City Living. tion IWA15029, River Junction Estates, while it lasts! tival grounds, there In addition, Flying Carpet will feature a continuation of the LLC, Merrill Seney Community Room, will be reflections 1 Million Reasons to Love Putnam project. In Union Square, With this ad. Expires 5/8/16 Town Hall, 815 Riverside Drive of the city found in Silver Circle Gallery will host “The Defining Edge:” A By The Brook Store PUTNAM the music, commu- Collection of Recent Works by Erik Sandberg-Diment. With a 159 Hartford Rd. (Rt 6), Brooklyn, CT nity art projects, wide variety of mediums and artistic styles, the many gallery Ph: 1-860-779-1119 Monday, May 2 and performances events happening in downtown will be sure to stimulate the [email protected] Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m., during the event. senses. www.bythebrookfurniture.com Selectmen’s Chambers The headlining Whether patrons are coming to the band for the May event for the first time or are returning WOODSTOCK event is Lucky’s to see what is new, the May 6th event Lounge Sinatra will have something for everyone to Monday, May 2 Band, a staple at enjoy. For more information on this Woodstock Business Association, 6 Lucky’s Lounge in season of events, visit www.discover- p.m., Room A Boston for more putnam.com. IWWA, 7:30 p.m., Room B Wednesday, May 4 556 CT/Rte. 169, Roseland Cottage Grounds, Woodstock, CT 06281 Camp Nahaco, 7 p.m., e-mail Town PAWS Cat of the Week: Macaroon Clerk for location Democratic Town Committee, 7:30 This is Macaroon! Macaroon is a p.m., Room A complete charmer. This young lady is Thursday, May 5 out to steal your heart with her calm, Board of Selectmen, 4 p.m., Room A relaxing love. Planning & Zoning Subcommittee, Macaroon is a quiet girl who is shy 7:30 p.m., Room 1 when first meeting new people. She is uncomfortable around other cats and EASTFORD dogs, but people are her favorite! Once Monday, May 2 she gets to know you, you’ll be smoth- School Readiness Council, 6 p.m., ered by her affection and happiness. Town Office Building Macaroon adores being petted and Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m., Town will instantly start to rub against you Office Building to show you how happy she is. If you Tuesday, May 3 are looking for a calm, devoted, loving best friend to be a part Conservation Commission, 7 p.m., of your family, Macaroon is your girl! Town Office Building Because Macaroon is initially shy, a quiet home without Wednesday, May 4 young children would be best for her. Her shyness also means Special Board of Selectmen Meeting, she doesn’t get very much attention from potential adopters 9 a.m., Town Office Building as they browse through the shelter. This makes our volun- Nahaco Commission, 7 p.m. teers concerned that she won’t find the forever home that she Support your local Garden Club and join the fun! Master Gardeners deserves. available to answer your gardening questions. Proceeds from the Plant POMFRET This sweet-hearted, delightful young lady is still waiting Sale, Silent Auction and Art Sale support our Scholarship Fund and to find her forever family. Macaroon is up-to-date on her Community service projects. Monday, May 2 vaccines, tested negative for FIV/FeLV, and has been spayed. Website: www.QuietCornerGardenClub.org Board of Selectmen, 7 p.m., If you would like to adopt Macaroon and make this incred- Community Center ibly loving girl a part of your family, Wednesday, May 4 please call the PAWS shelter at (860) Inland Wetland Watercourses 480-1104. Commission, 7 p.m., Senior Center Harmony Hill School is a residential/day treatment facility in Chepachet, Rhode Island which has immediate openings for the following positions:

Youth Care Assistant Counselors to work second shift/weekends. This position requires directly supervising youth. Clinician – To work with at-risk adolescents and their families and knowledge of trauma informed practices preferred. Qualifications: MA/MSW, LICSW, LMHC, or unlicensed applicants. Compensation is commensurate with experience and licensure. Secondary Certified Special Education Teacher to work in a self-contained classroom, with boys that have behavioral and learning challenges. Must have Rhode Island Special Education Certificate for middle and secondary schools. All full time positions include benefits Summer Certified Teacherto work in a self-contained classroom, with boys that have behavioral and learning challenges. Hours are 9am-4pm, Mon.-Thurs., beginning in late June and ending in mid-August. Must have Rhode Island Special Education Certificate for middle and secondary schools. Training is available on site for all positions. Send Cover Letter and Resumé to [email protected] A4 • Friday, April 29, 2016 Villager Newspapers Thompson VFW honors community volunteers THOMPSON — The Auxiliary to Thompson’s VFW Memorial Post 10088 held its annual Community Recognition Day in Quinebaug on April 25, honoring several members of the local community including students and firefighters as well as a Citizen of the year for their con- tributions to the town of Thompson and their commitment to the American way. The event was highlighted by the presen- tation of the Citizen of the Year Award to retiring Thompson educator George Jewell while speeches from local student honorees focused on women’s rights and freedom. The 45-minute ceremony may have been a short one, but it was full of gratitude and a sense of community as the local VFW paid tribute to the efforts of some of Thompson’s finest.

At right: Quinebaug Volunteer Fire Department Jason Bleau photos Chief Steve Bodreau led the Pledge of Wendy Julian, left, leads the invocation to kick off the Thompson Auxiliary VFW Community Allegiance. Recognition Day Ceremony.

Ian McKenzie was honored as the 1st place winner of the annual Youth Essay Contest spon- sored by the VFW. Mckenzie was one of three St. Joseph School students honored over the course of the night for their essays and McKenzie even got to read his, which focused on his definition of freedom.

Jolie Wilber was recognized for her fine work as a young Voice of Democracy.

With a speech focusing on women’s rights, Michaela A. Godzik was recognized as a young Voice of Democracy for her essay submitted for consideration.

A longtime member of the Thompson school community, history teacher George Jewell, who is retiring at the end of the school year, was honored at the Citizen of the Year by the Auxiliary VFW. “This is collective award for all the people who helped make my life what it is in this great town,” said Jewell.

Youth Activities Chairman Marge Guerin presents Nick Trudeau, a devoted volunteer for TEEG, with the Youth Volunteer Award for 2016.

A pioneer female member of the Quinebaug Volunteer Fire Department, Patricia Bodeau was honored by the department and the Thompson Auxiliary VFW as one of several Unpaid Professional Award winners.

RONNIE’S SEAFOOD Lt. Gavin Paquette was one of several Rt. 31 ChaRlton Depot local firefighters honored with the Unpaid Professional Award. “Proudly serving the community for over 40 years”

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WOODSTOCK — Bargain hunters were out in force at the East Woodstock Congregational Church fourth annual Clothing Sale last Friday and Saturday, April 22-23. All proceeds from the event were donated back to the church. All left- over items from the sale were forwarded to Woodstock Elementary School for its clothing sale.

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From left, Nico, Karen, and Dani Collins.

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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 Adam Minor at LEARNING [email protected]. The Rectory School presents Kellogg Awards Rectory have proven that Mr. Ames is a great teacher, a great administrator (where his title now includes Assistant Head of School), and a great coach. More important than all of these, Mr. Ames is a great mentor to the many students and teachers who have crossed his path. Long time dorm par- ents, Mr. & Mrs. Ames, turned their dorm into a home, and have made lifelong friendships with a long list of students. Similarly, Mr. Ames has been a great resource to so many teachers, particularly those Glenn Ames Lesley Gibbs just beginning their careers, as he lends an ear, provides Courtesy photo POMFRET — The Rectory perspective, and in his care- Glenn Ames and Lesley Gibbs with Headmaster Fred Williams. of 2015) and Jeffrey (Rectory School, an independent, coed class of 2017). free way, encourages them junior boarding (5-9) and day Also joining Rectory in 2001, to laugh and love what they school (Early Childhood to 9th Lesley Gibbs has been our enrollment team. As a par- Glenn Ames taught history, are doing. Across his time at Grade), recently honored two at Rectory since 2001. She ent of two Rectory students, coached football and baseball, Rectory, Mr. Ames has brought employees with the School’s began her career at Rectory she speaks knowledgeably and and was a dorm parent for 13 humor, intellect, compassion, prestigious Kellogg Award. in the Admissions Office as passionately about our commu- years. His passion for history spirit, comradeship, and inno- The Kellogg Award, estab- the Associate Director of nity, and as a seasoned school and his expertise as an instruc- vation to our campus. It is so lished in 1993 by Rectory Admissions, has served as person, she has helped Rectory tor resulted in him assum- appropriate we now recognize alumnus Peter Kellogg ’57 the Director of Secondary evolve and improve.” ing the role of History Team him with this Kellogg Award in honor of his mother, Mrs. Placement for 10 years, and now Mrs. Gibbs is active in Leader. Now, as the Director in appreciation of these many James Crane Kellogg III, rec- serves as the School’s Senior Rectory’s residential life of the Middle School, he over- positive qualities, qualities ognizes Rectory employees for Enrollment Officer. Presenting program, is an advisor, has sees the entire middle school that are responsible for shap- their dedication and commit- the award, Headmaster Fred coached squash and girls academic program, where he ing the lives of our students, ment to the School. Each year, Williams stated, “As one of our lacrosse, and coordinated the was instrumental in develop- our faculty, and our school.” two employees are selected first faces for our guests, Mrs. School’s March Experiential ing a new student-centered aca- Mr. Ames was also the recip- to be recipients of this award Gibbs’ warmth, professional- Learning Program (MELP) demic schedule, expanding the ient of the School’s Rosbottom because of their many years of ism, and passion for our school for 12 years. She received the advisory program, improving Excellence in Education Award service to the School and their make all visitors feel immedi- School’s Army Award in 2014, the exam rotation schedule, in 2004. He resides in Pomfret special help to the school and ately welcome, at home, and for her support of Rectory’s and implementing best practic- with his wife, Pam, and their students. This year’s recipients engaged. Additionally, her female students. Mrs. Gibbs es in the classroom. two sons, Cooper (Rectory class are Lesley Gibbs and Glenn experience, her perceptive lives in Pomfret with her hus- According to Headmaster of 2018) and Carson (Rectory Ames. mind, and her keen ideas make band Donald, and their two Williams, “His years at class of 2021). her an invaluable member of children, Maya (Rectory class Marianapolis inducts 13 into Chinese National Honor Society

School Custodial Position Full Time, M-F

Family Medical Benefits Courtesy photo Please send letter of interest to THOMPSON — On Tuesday, April 19, 13 students were inducted into the Chinese National Honor Society at Marianapolis Prep. To gain membership into the honor society, a student must take Chinese for four semesters with an average grade of B+ or higher and no grade lower than a B-. The honor society Linda Loretz promotes and recognizes students with good citizenship, leadership, and deeds of community service. Superintendent of Schools Students inducted include: Frances Adams, Woodstock; Mariah Aubin, N. Grosvenordale; Margaret Azu, Oxford, Mass.; Emma Dellea, N. Oxford, Mass.; Delia Hannon, Putnam; Emily Hebert, Woodstock; Eastford School District Julia Jones, N. Grosvenordale; Reanna Kuzdzal, Webster, Mass.; Linnea Listro, Woodstock; Erin Miller, 12 Westford Road Webster, Mass.; Owen O’Connell, Worcester, Mass.; Celina Stansky, Douglas, Mass.; Sarah Uwazany, Woodstock. P.O.Box 158, Eastford, CT 06242-0158 Renewal of Membership: Sarah Cavar, Brooklyn; Joel Cheney, Woodstock; William LaFiandra, Woodstock; Timothy Saucier, Charlton, Mass.; Sarah Spiker, Brooklyn. Position open until filled A daughter, born to Katie Lynn Birth Announcements Jelllison of Pomfret and Michael Fultz. Recent births at Day Kimball March 26 Hospital, Putnam: A son, born to Elizabeth Emily March 11 Lestage of Putnam and Katie Webster. A son, born to Jessica Lynn March 28 Pendergast of Plainfield and Jonathan A son, born to Emily Christina Pace Charron. and Joseph Carlone Jr. of Woodstock. March 14 A daughter, born to Chelsea Morgan A son, born to Brianna Nicole Armstrong and Janell Matthews of Merchant of Moosup and Mathew Norwich. Felicetti. March 29 March 18 A daughter, born to Cailyn Trystan A daughter, born to Rebecca Diane Gallerani of Eastford and Nathaniel Satterly and Kevin Pierce of Jewett Howe city April 3 A son, born to April Ellen Fenton of A son, born to Laura Ashley Brooklyn and Shane Kerouack. Caldereone of Brooklyn and Kiel March 19 McCannon. A son, born to Robin Baker of April 4 Moosup and Sean Goodwin. A daughter, born to Diana Lynn March 20 Pazul and Greg Desmarais of Dayville A son, born to Chelsea Taylor Navas April 5 of Dayville and Michael Hayes. A son, born to Sarah Marie Whitten March 22 and Trevor Nelson of Moosup.

the latest and most effective treatment for moderate to severe asthma and urticaria (hives). V­ illager Newspapers Friday, April 29, 2016 • A7 Education Notebook Human Services Honor Society requires inductees to day, one boarding) who meet the stated criteria (see Quinebaug Valley Community College earn and maintain a 3.2 GPA, demonstrate a commit- checklist below). The Bigelow Scholarship will be ment to honing human services skills, and embody ongoing through the student’s time at Rectory, grant- DANIELSON — The third annual Baugstock excellence in community service. New members ed the recipient continues to uphold the characteris- Music Festival will take place at Quinebaug Valley include: Joel K. Niemann of Canterbury. tics set forth by Mr. John Bigelow. Community College on Friday, May 6, starting at • Bigelow Scholarship for Day Student: Up to $5,000 noon. This free event will feature local and national per year. talent in an open-air amphitheater at the Danielson Woodstock Academy • Bigelow Scholarship for Boarding Student: Up to campus. The event is open to the community. $20,000 per year. Headliner bands include The Billies, from WOODSTOCK — The Woodstock Academy Relay Rectory’s current Headmaster, Fred Williams, com- Lancaster, Pa.; Desert Rain, from Danielson; Down For Life team will be holding its 2nd Annual Classic mented, “Rectory is proud to unite the legacy of the North, from Seattle, Wash.; and New England natives Car Show on Sunday May 1, from 12-4 p.m. on the Bigelow family with the hopes for our future, as Wicked Peach. Jesse Credit of Danielson, the QVCC Woodstock town common in front of The Academy’s we recognize deserving children with the Bigelow Student Government Association president, is the conference. Show Cars have a fee of $5 or a donation Scholarship.” driving force behind the expanded schedule of events with the opportunity to win awards for Best in Show. Bigelow Scholarship Checklist: and talent. All participants may register the day of the event or 1. Inquire online at www.rectoryschool.org/schol- “This year’s event is bigger and better than the via email at [email protected]. arship. past and will include QVCC student talent as well as This event is free and open to the public, lunch and 2. Schedule a formal visit to tour the campus, inter- touring bands,” he said. “It’s exciting that we have refreshments will be available as well as raffle items. view with an Admissions representative, and com- attracted a number of Connecticut-based food trucks All proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer plete (students only) a brief writing sample. This visit and vendors. It is a great, free event for our campus Society for cancer research and local cancer patients. is for both the student and his/her parents. and families in northeast Connecticut.” Please contact Sarah French at relayforlife@wood- 3. Complete a Rectory School application. Besides food and musical entertainment, there will stockacademy.org with any questions or to donate to 4. The student must complete a 500-word essay be crafts, outdoor games, an obstacle course, and a the Woodstock Academy Relay For Life team. on the following question: Why do you believe you variety of vendors selling their products. In the event should be considered for the Bigelow Scholarship? of rain, all activities will be held indoors on campus. WOODSTOCK — The Woodstock Academy Save 5. Consider the option to apply for need-based/ For questions, contact Brian Kaufman, 860-932-4105 Fiji Committee will host a coffee house event on additional financial aid. Families from a broad range or [email protected] . To learn more http://www. Friday, May 6, to benefit Fijians following a devastat- of incomes apply to The Rectory School. Some fami- qvcc.edu/student_activities/baugstock.asp. ing Cyclone in February. lies’ circumstances may qualify them for assistance The event will include several musical performanc- beyond the merit scholarship. In addition to the es by students from multiple ECC schools. Bigelow Scholarship, Rectory provides more than $1.8 Honor Societies Induct New Members “The Fijian culture is filled with music and cele- million in need-based financial aid to students each bration,” Social Studies department chairman Sara year. DANIELSON — More than 60 Quinebaug Valley Dziedzic explained. “The students involved in our Application Deadline: Saturday, April 30 Community College students were inducted into one Save Fiji Committee thought that a coffee house Scholarships will be awarded by May 31 or more of the college’s academic honor societies at a would be a great opportunity to highlight the talent in Visit our website at www.rectoryschool.org for ceremony held April 20. the surrounding high schools, as well as raise money additional information. Alpha Beta Gamma is an international business for a good cause.” honor society established in 1970 to recognize and The event will be held in the Woodstock Academy encourage scholarship among two-year college stu- Dining Commons from 6-8 p.m. Tickets are $5 per per- Pomfret Lions Club Scholarships dents in business and related curricula. New members son and will be sold at the door. All proceeds will go to include: Neil Russell of Danielson; Luke Stanislawski Save the Children. POMFRET — The Pomfret Lions Club will award of Dayville; Tammy Knowlton of Moosup; Julienne “This coffee house is a great opportunity to unite three $1,000 scholarships to students who will attend Faucher of North Grosvenordale; Katherine The Academy with other high schools for a good a post-secondary educational institution during the Villanueva of Oakdale; Scott Clohecy of Putnam; Neva cause,” said Carly DeLuca, Committee member and 2016-17 academic year. King and Stephanie Tetreault of Sterling; Balaram Academy junior. “We have put so much time into var- To be eligible applicants must be residents of Adhikari and Dante Romeo of Storrs, Gennifer ious fundraisers so we can send enough money to Fiji Pomfret and must complete and return an application Berthiaume of Thompson; Alicia Springer and Kristen to make a real impact. We hope that the coffee house is before April 29. The application requires a school Yanick of Willimantic; Axel Oschmann of Windham; another step to reaching our goal of $5,000.” transcript, a reference, and several brief paragraphs and Megan St. Jean of Woodstock. For more information on the coffee house, or other in addition to personal information. Phi Theta Kappa is the International Honor Society fundraisers for Fiji, please contact Sara Dziedzic at Applications are available from school guidance of the Two Year College. Students must pass rigor- [email protected]. departments at Woodstock Academy, Putnam High ous academic requirements, which include enroll- School, Killingly High School, Pomfret School, and ment in a degree program, the completion of 12 Marianapolis Preparatory School. An application credits, and maintaining a GPA of 3.5 or above. New Killingly Public Schools may also be requested from the following address: members include: Naznaz Ahmed of Ashford; Robin Lions Club Scholarship, Box 224, Pomfret, CT 06258. Rossetti of Baltic; Elaina Becher, Daniel Coraccio, KILLINGLY — Killingly Public Schools Scholarship and Rochelle Williams of Brooklyn; Jonathan Coury applications are available. and Christopher Coury of Canterbury; Catsy Turre Application deadline is Monday, May 2, 4 p.m. No Quiet Corner Garden Club Scholarship of Coventry; Jesse Credit, Anna-Lise Forlino, and exceptions. Christina Lecza of Danielson; Karen Adams, Samantha All applications must be received at the Central The 2016 Quiet Corner Garden Club $1,000 schol- Duquette, and Austin Taylor of Dayville; Sean Bruyere Office, 79 Westfield Ave., Danielson, CT 06239. arship will be awarded to a high school senior who and Rachel Greiner of Griswold; Deanna Edgar of Applications are available online at http://www. lives in the Quiet Corner, has been accepted to a Jewett City; Rick Badeau and Pamela Gamache of killinglyschools.org, and at Killingly Public Schools college majoring in agriculture, landscape design, Lebanon; Jessica Stailing of Moosup; Austin Donnelly Central Office, 79 Westfield Ave., and at Killingly High horticulture, or other environmental science. This and Erika Rooney of North Grosvenordale; Victoria School, 226 Putnam Pike, Dayville. scholarship will be awarded based on a combination Grant of Norwich; Leif Carlson of Oakdale; Steven of academic achievement, leadership qualities, com- Misky of Oneco; Stephanie Wilcox of Plainfield; munity service, letter of recommendation and the Alyssa Becker of Pomfret; Paulette Blagburn, Olivia The Rectory School Announces student’s essay. Hussey, Tracie Lombardy, and Christopher Vaudrain Applications are available at high school guidance of Putnam; Rebecca Teczar of Rogers; Kimberly New Merit Scholarship offices, local libraries, or via email at quietcorner- Popiel and Johannah Thompson of Sterling; Gennifer [email protected]. Be sure to put Scholarship Berthiaume of Thompson; Alexis Cooke of Uncasville; POMFRET — The Rectory School, an independent, Application in the subject. John Branham, Sarah Dean, Shane Goodrich, Joseph coed junior boarding school (5-9) and day school (early Applications must be received no later than May 2. White, and Kristen Yanick of Willimantic; Lauren Cote childhood to ninth grade), located in Pomfret, recently Please mail the completed application and required and Jessica Page of Windham; Michelle Bouchard, announced the creation of the Bigelow Scholarship. attachments to: The Quiet Corner Garden Club, c/o Tracy Johns, and Veronica Phillips of Woodstock; The Bigelow Scholarship will be awarded to two Scholarship Application, P.O. Box 1004, Woodstock, Robert John of Woodstock Valley; Amanda Horne of newly enrolling Grade 7 or Grade 8 students (one CT 06281. Webster, MA; and Mary Kathryn Kent of Foster, R.I. day, one boarding) who best embrace the ideals that The Scholarship Program’s main fundraising Tau Upsilon Alpha National Organization for Mr. John Bigelow (Rectory’s first student and second source is an annual Plant Sale, which will be held Headmaster) sought in all students. These ideals have Saturday, May 7, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Roseland defined the School’s hope for all Rectory students Cottage, 556 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281. from the School’s inception in 1920 up to our current day. In Mr. Bigelow’s words, these ideals are: “To work well, to play well; to think clearly, to speak truth; to win without pride, to lose with- out rancor; to have courage, and to be kind. This is the goal for the greatest: It is a goal that the least may reach.” To honor the vision of the Bigelows, our WOODSTOCK founding family, Rectory will award an annual scholarship to two deserving students (one WOODSTOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL “The Best Ice Cream

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The Everyday Ecologist P.O. Box 196, Woodstock, CT 06281 LIZ ELLSWORTH Telephone: (860) 928-1818 Fax: (860) 928-5946 www.villagernewspapers.com OPINIONOpinion and commentary from the Quiet Corner Frank G. Chilinski Fracking President & Publisher Adam Minor LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Editor resources Have you considered McClellan: PZC to host special hearing your thoughts on hydraulic fracturing, better known as To the Editor: As a lifelong resident, I know the 90-degree fracking? In a recent col- The ideal umn, I shared some of the The Woodstock Planning and Zoning corner without visibility to be where rollovers Commission will hold a hearing May 19 to and accidents occur frequently. Further, I’m various benefits and some consider a request for a special permit for a quite certain that a commercial establish- of the concerns regarding commercial store at Taylor’s corner at the ment will unfairly decrease the property val- this energy process. Just community intersection of Route 171 and Scenic Pulpit ues of residential neighbors. to review, the Merriam- Rock Road. In order to qualify, the applica- Webster Dictionary defines Each of us has an image of the ideal tion must show that it does not endanger safe- Jock McClellan fracking as “the injection of community. It may be the place where ty or property values. Neither will be true. Woodstock fluid into shale beds at high we were brought up or a golf commu- pressure in order to free up nity in Hawaii. We imagine walking petroleum resources (such down the street being greeted by old as oil or natural gas).” friends, petting their dogs, and waving The missteps of the DEEP For a well-animated look at passers-by. at the fracking process, We seek a safe, welcoming locale, per- To the Editor: these birds for years, boat and fish on the take a look at this link from haps like mythical Lake Woebegone. As we celebrate Earth Day let me see if I river every day and witnessed the incident National Geographic. The Writer Garrison Keillor understood have this correct. on Sunday? If you and I did what these two short clip illustrates the the desire for community when he Two pot smoking adults out on a “bong DEEP agents did we would deservedly be fracking process in drills created an imaginary town, where peo- cruise” (their words, not mine), kayak too arrested, jailed and fined for cruelty to ani- into the Bakken shale for- ple applaud, forgive and examine the close to a female swan sitting on her nest mals. mation close to Williston, secrets of their hearts over portions of warming her seven eggs in her natural hab- One explanation I’ve heard for DEEP’s North Dakota: http://edu- potato salad at church suppers. itat and are startled to be met by the aggres- actions is that swans are “invasive,” from cation.nationalgeographic. A decade ago in the spirit of foster- sive male mate genetically programmed to Europe. First of all, these are the only two org/media/how-hydrau- ing community, making a little money protect them. swans that have remained on the river for lic-fracturing-works/ for local causes and creating efficien- Then, rather than be embarrassed by their over 15 years. There is certainly no invasion People must take respon- cy by settling on a mutual date, the ignorant behavior they call DEEP to com- here. But you know who else is invasive, sibility for their own Pomfret Proprietors, inspired by the plain about this aggressive swan, then some- from Europe? Many, if not most of us who eco-learning, and become ideas of member Martha Emilio, cre- one at DEEP, assumedly trained in wild- live here today. Thank God our government literate about fracking. ated an Annual Town-Wide Tag Sale. life behavior and management, rather then doesn’t have the authority to snap our necks There are documenta- Emilio and other members of the busi- admonish these knuckleheads to stay away every time we act aggressively like DEEP ry films about fracking, ness community had been meeting from nesting birds in their natural habitat does. like Gasland (2010) or and connecting to promote the town. actually sent out two agents to snap the So please tell me Commissioner Klee — Fracknation (2013), or more They wanted to spread the spirit of male’s neck, attempt to kill the female, which exactly when does your agency begin its popular movies, such as camaraderie to Pomfret my neighbor prevented, and destroy all of the ‘Environmental Protection’? Promised Land (2012). A residents. eggs. follow up documentary to In 2006 the econo- Why not put up signs, ‘Warning! Nesting Richard K. Ouellette Gasland, entitled Gasland my was sluggish, gas swans! Stay back!’ Why not relocate them? Danielson Part II, was released in prices were high and Why not investigate the complaint? Why 2013. Many books have people were inter- not talk to the neighbors who have known been published as well: ested in buying and The Green and the Black selling household (2016) by essayist, novelist, goods. Local non-prof- PSA invites seniors to a celebration pizza party and oil consultant Gary its, Christ Church, Sernovitz, who presents Windham County 4-H To the Editor: Dues of $5 haven’t gone up in 24 years. We in a serious yet witty style We are happy to announce that the Pomfret are planning a whale watch, a show at the NANCY WEISS Foundation, Friends the big picture and a “both of the Pomfret Public Senior Association will be meeting on the Bradley Theater, and an event at Sharpe Hill. sides” investigation of the and Abington Social first Monday of the month beginning in May. If you have an idea for a trip, speaker, or shale revolution; The Boom Libraries, Pomfret Senior Center & To celebrate, we are having a Pizza Party! lunch theme, please let us know. (2014) by Senior Energy Food Bank and Pomfret Horse and Join us Monday, May 2, from 11 a.m. to 3 All area seniors are invited to join us to Reporter for The Wall Trail Association all held fund-rais- p.m. with lunch at noon. celebrate our new day and new hours. Please Street Journal, Russell ers on different days. Martha Emilio After 24 years of meeting on Tuesdays, we RSVP so we will be sure to have enough pizza Gold, who takes on tough, thought it would be a great idea to are ready for a change! Our monthly meeting for all to eat! Call Gail at 860-974-0426 by April crucial fracking indus- schedule everything for the same day will now be held on the first Monday of every 30. Bring a friend, and an idea for a trip or try questions; “12 Things and offer residents the chance to earn a month at the Pomfret Community Senior event and we’ll see you on “Monday.” to Know About Fracking” little money by offering up their wares. Center, 207 Mashamoquet Road (Route 44) Looking forward to a new chapter for the (2015) by Rebecca Felix, The proprietors used their market- from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In addition to a new Association. which offers basic infor- ing skills to promote the event locally day, we have new, expanded hours as well, mation about the fracking and far and wide, including magazines giving us more time more time to socialize Gail McElroy, President process, for any age, with such as Yankee and Country Living. It and relax. Change is good! Debi Thompson, Vice President clear language and vivid, worked! Residents pay to list their tag colorful photographs. It sales on a map that includes business would be beneficial if more ads. The proprietors turn around and Particle Accelerator marks 10th year of critical work pieces were written about give the income back to non-profits fracking. For example, and as scholarships to the tune of over PUTNAM — As Particle Maureen Jacobs, School $6,000 in the past 10 years. Accelerator marks its 10th Library Teacher in a large I’ve worked at the Pomfret Public anniversary this year, the Massachusetts school sys- Library sale at Pomfret Community critical work promoting tem, relates, “nothing came School. The Friends of the Library awareness and education up when I did a search for collect a massive number of books. about suicide and depression fracking. I didn’t think so. Pomfret School students haul them has never been more import- I signed into the system from the library to the school cafete- ant, as federal data released as an administrator and ria and volunteers sort and organize Friday showed suicide rates didn’t see it come up in any them. At first, I can’t stop myself from steadily increased from 1999 of our 5 [K-8] schools. Sorry. picking up volume after volume that I to 2014, hitting their highest It is such a serious subject.” want to buy at $1 apiece. rate in nearly 30 years at 13 (April 2016) Pouring through the boxes of dona- per 100,000. Truthfully, much of tions, I’m peering into the lives of The federal analysis, the available information other people. There are the contain- released by the Centers about fracking is biased ers from the home of someone who for Disease Control and towards the negative died and the estate is being settled. Prevention (CDC) National Courtesy photo impacts. However, the lack Center for Health Statistics of pro-fracking information There are assortments of children’s’ Savings Institute Bank & Trust presented United Services and the stated that suicide is one of books given up because the owners organizers of Particle Accelerator with a $500 sponsorship Friday. provides a leverage point are grown and living far away. Last the 10 leading causes of death The annual benefit concert will be held June 11 in Putnam’s Rotary — there’s an opportunity year I added novels, books of poet- overall and within each age Park and raises awareness for suicide and depression and funds for here for providing the pos- ry, gardening, house renovation and group 10-64. Suicide rates United Services. From left: United Services President/CEO Diane L. itive aspects of fracking. inspirational volumes to the piles in a have increased steadily since Manning, Particle co-founder Eric Gould, Savings Institute Brooklyn Harnessed with new knowl- personal commitment to clearing out. I 1999 and at a higher annual Manager Joan St. Ament, Particle co-founders Grace Young, Jack edge, personal choices can felt a lump in my throat when I opened percent increase since 2006, Young and Sandy Gould, and Savings Institute Assistant Vice be made about eco-actions a front page to see a note from my hus- according to the CDC. For President Deborah Kennett. involving the future of band wishing me a happy Valentine’s more information on the fracking, and other envi- prevention, while promot- more information on how Day in 1985. What to do with that data, visit http://www.cdc. ronmental energy sourc- ing music and civic engage- to get involved, visit www. one, I wondered, and scratched out the gov/nchs/products/data- es, such as wind and solar ment as a healthy alternative unitedservicesct.org or www. writing and tossed it back in the pile. briefs/db241.htm. energy. There’s room for to drug and alcohol abuse particleaccelerator.org. Perhaps someone else will enjoy the This year marks the 10th policy changes. among young adults. Joan St. Ament, Vice sentiment. Annual Particle Accelerator: The festival is held in mem- President and Branch On May 7, the 10th Annual Town- A Day of Music and Hope, Liz Ellsworth grew up ory of local musician Jack Manager for the Savings Wide Tag Sale will begin. to be held Saturday, June in Eastford, and holds Young, Jr., who died by sui- Institute Bank & Trust will be shining, the roadsides will be 11, in Rotary Park in down- a master’s degree in cide on his 27th birthday in Brooklyn office and Deborah brimming with wild flowers and res- town Putnam. The free, all Environmental Education 2007, and organized by local Kennett, Assistant Vice idents will set up tables. They will day music festival features from Antioch University residents, business owners, President for Savings wait expectantly for the buyers, who 20 bands playing music of all New England and a B.A. in musicians and artists. In Institute, presented United will turn up with equally high hopes. genres and for all ages. The English from Bates College. addition to the concert, the Services President/CEO Along with the monetary transactions, concert begins at noon and She specializes in conser- family-friendly festival will Diane Manning and organiz- an intangible exchange will occur. The will continue until 11 p.m. vation and recycling initia- also feature art displays, chil- ers of Particle Accelerator map will show the physical boundaries The annual benefit concert tives. dren’s activities and booths with a $500 Gold Sponsorship of the town and the residents will feel, has two main goals. The first is from local nonprofit organi- of the event Friday. perhaps just briefly, a kinship with to raise funds and awareness zations providing informa- Community sponsors who their neighbors, pleasure at support- to support United Services, tion on various local behav- have already committed ing good causes and a moment of being Inc., one of Connecticut’s ioral health and human ser- their support of this year’s “Every Town rooted in a real community. most comprehensive private, non-profit behavioral health vices. event are: Premiere Sponsor centers, providing mental In nine years, Particle United Lens; Gold Sponsors Deserves and behavioral health edu- Accelerator has raised more Quality Resourcing Services, TOUGH cation, prevention, treatment than $38,000 for local mental LLC and Deary’s Gymnastics and social services to the health services. Last year’s Supply; Silver Sponsor WINY a Good children, adults and families festival raised more than Radio; and Bronze Sponsors BACON! of northeastern Connecticut $8,000, a figure organizers Gerardi Insurance, D.H. since 1964. hope to top this year. Copeland Builders; Spirol Local United Services is avail- Local businesses are International, Saveway CHECK OUT THE able 24/7/365 at 860-774-2020 encouraged to support Petroleum, Saratopoulos for people experiencing a Particle Accelerator and sui- & Sarantopoulos, Rawson Newspaper” SPORTS ACTION! cide and depression aware- Materials, Hometown mental health crisis. www. The second goal is to pro- ness and education activities Heating, Putnam Bank and vide information and support in northeastern Connecticut Jewett City Savings Bank. 860Local.com for depression and suicide throughout the year. For V­ illager Newspapers Friday, April 29, 2016 • A9 Nearing retirement? WHAT IS IT? 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I’m hoping my research “It really drove home the continued from page A1­­­ that many of them ranged only 8 percent of that number will help other healthcare pro- importance of research in from their early 20s to mid 40s is made up of women. Graham fessionals to really be able to nursing and it also drove home tions faced by women who suf- and had experienced alcohol said females face many bound- understand that women in the point that I, as an individ- fer from dependence and addic- dependence and addition for aries when it comes to seeking early recovery have an enor- ual practitioner, can make a tion in our society. at least ten years. While some proper help and understand- mous amount of challenges to difference. This is not some- “Addiction is beginning to be had tried to quit before, many ing for their substance abuse overcome to better take care of thing I would just do once really spotlighted, but unfortu- of them had failed and relapsed disorders and her research themselves and it’s not just one because I’m graduating. This nately people have been dying many times creating a concern- will hopefully open up more particular thing.” is something I can bring into for a long time from it. It’s ing trend in Graham’s research conversations on how to tackle Graham was honored to rep- my practice,” said Graham. “It just come to light with all the that she says is part of a bigger that issue at its core. resent URI and present her was validating to hear from my overdoses in recent years, but issue. “All the research in the research before the Eastern peers, ones that have degrees people have been dying from “There’s a huge disparity world isn’t worth anything Nursing Research Society’s and have done research for overdoses and alcohol addic- among treatment rates among unless we learn to apply it. I 28th Annual Sessions which years and years, to acknowl- tion for a very long time,” men and women,” Graham think my research was focused brings together nurses who edge the value of what I have Graham said. “I thought it said who explained that due on looking at the barriers to are, as she put it, some of the done and the value of what this was a really important topic to their biology women are help promote healthy behav- smartest in the field with mas- particular study was about. A to do some research on and more likely to maintain a high- ior of women in early recov- ters and doctorate students lot of times we hear negative what I found was that looking er blood alcohol content when ery,” Graham said. “That just from across the eastern sea- connotations regarding alcohol into alcoholism, which is now they drink the same number means what are the barriers board interested and focused or drug addiction and the stig- called Alcohol Use Disorder, of drinks as the average male. for women to be able to do the on research coming together ma that happens to individuals women have a much higher “That’s a huge issue not just for things they need to do to take for a common goal. As a stu- and why they don’t want to risk of developing acute and the individual, but the country. care of themselves in the early dent she called the experience seek treatment. It makes me chronic illnesses that are asso- This is a social issue. We spend recovery stages from alcohol? exhilarating and exciting but hopeful that with everything ciated with it.” close to $17 billion on research- – If people see something as as a concerned member of the that’s happening in the coun- Graham focused her ing these issues each year.” a barrier it doesn’t matter if Connecticut community and a try and the spotlight on this research on a sampling of Due to a smaller body size it’s true or not. If they believe practicing nurse she also saw issue that we as a research women attending 12-step and liver women tend to be it’s a barrier it’s going to pre- it as a fantastic opportunity community and a country are recovery meetings through- more effected by less alco- vent them from being able to to work with fellow nurses on on a better path.” out the northeast corner of hol beverages that males and do it. They may very well be discussing way to better serve Jason Bleau may be reached Connecticut and surrounding what’s more concerning is of able to do some of these things, those in need through the med- at 508-909-4129, or by e-mail at communities in Rhode Island the 25 percent of addicted indi- but they may think that they ical field. [email protected]. Hachey takes the reins as new recreation director really exciting.” that. I was thankful to be able to do HACHEY stuff like that where I had been able What have been some of the continued from page A1­­­ Renee Waldron is to be behind the scenes. I helped set biggest challenges or adjustments obviously some big shoes up Community Day last year too, so you’ve had to face? recreation program when I was 15. I got to fill. She held your position for a a lot of these things are not my first hired on as a specialist and I continued long time. What was the process like in Thompson, but there are so many “One of the biggest challenges, I to work for the summer camp and on making the transition and preparing things that are still done behind the will say, has been coming into budget the off-season I would work for the after to pick up all those responsibilities scenes that are knew to me. It’s also been season. All this stuff had to be prepared school program. I started that back and in that office? interesting coming into budget season and I had to learn all of the background forth all the way through high school and starting to learn that process.” history. I really had to use Renee as a and even into my first few years of “I really had a great opportunity to resource to learn a lot of that. I wanted college. Eventually I became supervisor be the a member of the summer help I know it’s only your first year to approach that correctly. The second at the after school program and when I in the office and I was able to not just on the job, but how do you put challenge, and maybe the biggest, has heard that Renee would be moving on, be a counselor at the summer camp, your own stamp on this position? been that Marie Mongeau, our assistant this was an interesting opportunity for but at some point I started splitting I assume as a Recreation Director that had been with Renee for many me. I was very familiar with recreation supervisory roles and being office help you have your own ideas for what to years got a job in the Selectman’s Office and working with the youth, which is so I was able to understand registration bring to Thompson so how do you do so at the same time I was transitioning only one small part of this job. I should and all these office duties to get a feel that or are you even thinking that her assistant was also going through be a familiar face for most, but for some for how our program works. I got a good far ahead yet? a transition. We have someone new I’m not so it’s kind of fun.” feel for all of the semi-administrative that just started probably a month ago, stuff, which I was thankful for because “Oh, absolutely I am. Coming into Christine Elkinson, and she’s been As a lifelong resident of Thompson, jumping in to that with no background this position you have so many new great and jumped right in to some big to be able to be a part of the goings would have absolutely been a crazy ideas, but I know I need to [take into] shoes to fill herself. It was an interesting on in town, especially all the town adjustment. Even then coming into consideration that there is a foundation experience and I had to train someone activities, how cool is that to be it there’s still a lot more I didn’t see laid and programs running that people right off the bat so that’s probably been that much more involved in your behind the scenes. Understanding how love and I want to make sure I make the biggest challenge but an exciting hometown? we book trips four months in advance those the priority first. As we start to one.” and how we sign contracts, all of that do that then I want to expand with some “It’s great. There are so many things was knew for me.” new programs mainly for the adults. I Well Angela, we welcome you to I didn’t even realize we were involved think we do a great job with the seniors your new seat and we’re glad to see in. I knew we partnered with things You’ve had a few months to get and the youth, but I see some gaps that a deep community connection with like Community Day, but to see how into the job and you’ve seen a lot of we can continue to fill even in my own you being added to the Town Hall much we were really involved with the different things, including trips and age group, that 18 to 30 age group. The staff. We look forward to what else seniors and to see all these other things the town’s annual egg hunt. What’s adults could latch on to more programs is to come. we help with it’s neat to see how much it been like to manage those events so I’m hoping to expand on those areas. recreation has a hand in. I came in and be a part of your first real big Another of my big goals coming in is “Like I said, I’m a new face to some, thinking I had an idea of the scope, but community events as Recreation to really expand the volunteer pool. but for others I am a familiar face. I look I’ve realized that scope is much bigger Director? We have some great volunteers that forward to meeting more people in town than that and it’s really exciting. It’s are continually coming back, but I’d and creating more partnerships. It has overwhelming at the same time, but “Some of these events, thankfully, are like to expand that to groups of people been fun.” actually not my we can really lean on and contact and first. I was able to find a way to recognize them. I’m really Jason Bleau may be reached at Immediate Start help Renee with looking at this first year as a foundation 508-909-4129, or by e-mail at jason@ the egg hunt last year to make sure everything is running stonebridgepress.com. Putnam Delivery Drivers year. She actually well, but I’ve got a few things I’d like to Early Morning Start kind of let me run explore.” receive. The music teachers at each school are pro- Local area, company box truck. No special Performing Arts of NECT announces vided with a study guide and participating school classes are visited by an artist for an in-school license required. Excellent customer service upcoming events workshop prior to the performance at the Hyde skills and driving record. Good school or work Cultural Center in Woodstock. PUTNAM — Opera New England of Northeastern These concepts come to life every spring when record. References requested. Ability to move CT Inc. 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Main Street, at 9 a.m. May is calling you to spring outdoors Start out bright and early on Sunday, May 1, at 8 a.m. with a “Beginners Bird Walk” at the CT in The Last Green Valley Audubon Society Center at Pomfret, 218 Day Rd., Pomfret Center. If you are new to bird watching, Spring Outdoors offers diversity this weekend this is a good weekend to start! Some of the color- as The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV), Joshua’s ful spring birds are back and the leaves aren’t out Trust, CT Audubon Society, Town of Killingly, yet. Expect to see yellow warblers, blue-winged and Groton Open Space Association showcase a warblers, and black and white warblers. *Note: variety of ways that valuable conservation land Fees apply to this walk - $5 CAS members, $10 can be enjoyed. non-members. On Saturday, April 30, starting at 9 a.m., A family-friendly “Sheep Farm Hike” finishes you can “Walk the Woods for Wildlife” in the up the weekend at 245/255 Hazelnut Hill Rd. in Friedman Memorial Forest on Bebbington Rd. in Groton, and is perfect for families with children. Ashford. (Take Rte. 89 to Bicknell Rd., turn left The Sunday, May 1, walk onto Bebbington for .2 miles.) You’ll spend about from 1-3:30 p.m. features old 2 hours as Joshua’s Trust land stewards discuss foundations, a grist mill dam, and practice deliberately walking to maximize colonial stone walls, mead- wildlife sightings while traversing a 2-mile loop ows, forest, rocky ridges, 2 with diverse ecosystems. Tips on how to move (or waterfalls, Fort Hill Brook not) and how to see and hear more effectively will and vernal pools! be included. No dogs please. Next week offers a chance The Killingly Conservation Commission and for you to Spring Outdoors Killingly Historical Society offer an easy way to with mom. Take a look at discover many town-wide treasures during their the web-based brochure for “Back Roads ‘Undiscovered Killingly’ Bus Tour” the remaining schedule on on Saturday, April 30th, from 9 a.m. to noon. This TLGV’s website and Facebook tour will showcase plenty of conserved lands and page. Learn more about the includes history, scenic views, boat launches, National Heritage Corridor and miles of walking trails. Pre-registration is and Spring Outdoors at The required before April 27 by contacting Darryl Last Green Valley’s website, Guertin at 860-779-5311 or [email protected]. www.thelastgreenvalley.org. The bus departs from Killingly Town Hall, 172

proven support network for each other Pomfret Senior Association: has developed over the years and that has provided a great sense of comradery Upcoming Events and community. Stop by on the first Monday of each month and check out POMFRET — Change is good! The the Pomfret Senior Association. Any Pomfret Senior Association will hold organization in existence for close to 25 its monthly meeting the first Monday of years must be doing something right! each month beginning Monday, May 2. The Association board members are: A Pizza Party lunch at noon on May 2 is President Gail McElroy, Vice President planned to celebrate the change. Debi Thompson, Treasurer Liz Cartier After much discussion, consulta- and Secretary Catherine French. Dues tion and deliberation among members of $5 haven’t gone up in 24 years and regarding the proposition by First are a bargain. This year the group is Selectman Baldwin, a decision was planning on a whale watch trip, con- arrived at to move the monthly meeting sidering a show at the Bradley Theater, from the traditional first Tuesday to and an event at Sharpe Hill as well as the first Monday. Moving the month- other ideas. If you have an idea for a ly meeting day gives the Association trip, speaker, lunch theme, please let an a great opportunity to expand their Association member know. As the new time at the Pomfret Community Senior year begins, the PSA will meeting on a Center and allow for a more relaxed new day, at a new time and is looking lunch, business meeting, planning of for new members and new ideas. future events, and socializing for the The Pomfret Community Senior members. The PSA will have the Center Center is located at 207 Mashamoquet exclusively from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Road (Route 44). All area seniors (50+) on the first Monday of every month! are welcome to join and need not be a After meeting on Tuesdays for close to resident of Pomfret. Mark your calendar a quarter of a century it’s time to switch for the next meeting on Monday, May 2, things up! from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. with lunch at The Pomfret Senior Association noon. We plan to celebrate our new day invites all seniors (50+) in Pomfret and and expanded hours with a Pizza Party the surrounding area to join. They are (free for members). Call Gail to RSVP a group of active, enthusiastic, and ded- at 860-974-0426 by April 30. Stop by the icated seniors that have been meeting Pomfret Community Senior Center on monthly for 24 years, socializing, fund the first Monday of each month and see raising and taking daytrips together. A what’s new! CNA’s Part Time 7am-3pm; 3pm-11pm; 11pm-7am Great starting salary, shift & weekend Differential. Holiday pay avail. Apply in person only: St. Joseph’s Living Center DON’T 14 Club Road MISS Windham, CT 06280 EOE A THING! A12 • Friday, April 29, 2016 Villager Newspapers ~DINING ~ THEATRE ~ JEWELRY ~ ART ~ FINANCE ~ FITNESS ~ PUTNAM: THE PLACE TO BE ~ DINING ~ THEATRE ~ JEWELRY ~ ART ~ FINANCE ~ FITNESS ~

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Jason Bleau photos WOODSTOCK — Despite a rainy night and wet morning, the Woodstock Little League’s opening day festivities were a big success with players, parents and fans filing in to the Roseland Park fields for the annual parade and opening ceremony. The ceremony featured a passing of the torch with one of the leagues youngest play- ers, t-baller Cooper O’Brien, throwing the first pitch to one of the eldest members of the league and shouting a resounding “play ball” to officially begin the 2016 season.

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cap on state bonding. service duty which “prevents many vet- in each category. Alberts announces support for • Funds transportation development erans from having full access to the This year’s Zero Energy Challenge with “Prioritize Progress” - a no tolls opportunities made possible in part by winners include: GOP budget plan and no tax increases plan. their service.” Overall Winner (tied) For more details, the Republican bud- The American Civil Liberties Union Project: Paul and Julia Torcellini HARTFORD — State Rep. Mike get proposal can be reviewed at five- of Connecticut and State Department of Residence, Eastford Alberts (R-Woodstock) stood with House yearbudget.com. Veterans’ Affairs also testified in favor Designer: Paul and Julia Torcellini and Senate Republicans this morning to of the proposed legislation. Builder: Davis Contracting, Oxford, unveil a budget plan that alleviates the If signed in to law, the bill would go Mass. state’s projected $935.7 million debt for Flexer leads passage of bill to into effect on Oct. 1, 2016. “Energy efficiency and clean energy next fiscal year and builds a framework Senate Bill 197 goes next to the House is a huge part of who I am. When I built resulting in surpluses for the out years. protect veterans from of Representatives for Consideration. my new home in Connecticut, it was “This budget plan included what I important to me and my family to have have been advocating for in terms of discrimination a house that not only contained energy long-term structural changes to the Locals among winners of CT efficient technologies, but was designed state’s budget,” said Alberts. “Such HARTFORD — Sen. Mae Flexer to be sustainable and make saving ener- changes include mandatory voting (D-Killingly) Wednesday, April 20, Zero Energy Challenge gy easy. It is an honor to be recognized by the legislature on labor contracts, led passage of a bill that will give as one of the overall winners in this overtime accountability protocols, as Connecticut veterans protection under NEW BRITAIN — Eversource and year’s CT Zero Energy Challenge.” – well as caps on spending and bonding. anti-discrimination laws. the United Illuminating Company have Paul Torcellini, homeowner/builder, This will inevitably result in a more Senate Bill 197, An Act Concerning selected four winners for the sixth principal engineer for the National predictable economy, which will instill Veterans, Discriminatory Practices annual Energize Connecticut Zero Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) confidence my district’s businesses of and Orders of the Commission on Energy Challenge (ZEC), a statewide and associate professor for Sustainable all sizes, from small, one-person enter- Human Rights and Opportunities in design/build competition for single and Energy at Eastern Connecticut State prises to much larger firms.” Employment Discrimination Cases, multi-family homes. This year’s compe- University. “What’s more,” added Alberts, “this was approved by a unanimous and tition featured nine homes from across Overall Winner (tied) plan introduces much-needed predict- bipartisan vote in the Senate. the state built between June 1, 2014 and Project: James and Phoebe Katzin ability to the state’s finances; many of “This legislation gives veterans a set Dec. 31, 2015. Residence, Litchfield my constituents are considering relo- of protections that they deserve and In this nationally recognized initia- Builder: Revival Homes LLC, New cating out of the state because they have needed for some time. It is unfor- tive, participants are challenged to con- Hartford have little faith in Connecticut’s com- tunate, but some people have negative struct high efficiency homes that con- “Building high performance, energy mitment to reigning-in expenses.” preconceived notions about veterans, sume little to no energy. efficient homes is one of our specialties. The proposed Republican budget and those notions leave our servicemen “The Zero Energy Challenge exem- The CT Zero Energy Challenge gave us would restore funding to core social ser- and women vulnerable to discrimina- plifies the future of residential new an opportunity to quantify our results vices that legislative Democrats and the tion — particularly when it comes to construction, and demonstrates the pos- and be recognized for our efforts. We governor have both proposed cutting housing and employment,” said Flexer, itive impact zero energy building can were lucky to find a client interested this year. The proposal calls for cuts chairman of the Veterans’ Affairs have on our community and environ- in pushing the boundaries of high per- and the implementation of new policies Committee. “This legislation ensures ment,” said Connecticut Department formance while minimizing the total that generate long-term savings. This that veterans are added to the list of of Energy and Environment Protection cost of owning and operating a home.” includes the following: protected classes, updating our anti-dis- Commissioner Rob Klee during the – David Jones of Revival Homes, LLC. • Protects funding for social services. crimination laws to include veterans.” Award Ceremony on Thursday, April Lowest HERS Index Without In order to preserve the safety net of This bill prohibits discrimination 7. “As early adopters of the zero energy Renewables Winner services for the disabled, those with on the basis of a veteran’s status in movement, Connecticut builders and Project: Lowell and Patricia Kallen mental health needs, children, the employment, public accommodations, homeowners are proving that high per- Residence, Woodstock elderly and those in poverty, this pro- the sale or rental of housing, the grant- formance, green homes are sustainable Builder: Lehto Design/Build, posal eliminates new proposed budget ing of credit, and other laws over which and affordable. This year’s participants Killingly cuts to direct services. the Commission on Human Rights and serve as examples to everyone through- Lowest Overall HERS Index Winner • Restoration of support for hospi- Opportunities (CHRO) has jurisdiction. out Connecticut that being energy effi- Project: Ken Stanwicks and Donna tals, such as Day Kimball Hospital, and It also authorizes people to file discrim- cient and having a zero energy home is Martin Residence, East Haddam Medicaid reimbursements. ination complaints with CHRO, which attainable.” Builder: Skip Kamis, Inc., • Preserves funding at 100 percent enforces antidiscrimination laws in RESNET Rating Standards are used Glastonbury for car tax capping and implements a these areas. to determine each home’s HERS Index Specific project information for robust municipal mandate relief pack- The bill also expands the authority of (Home Energy Rating Score), a nation- all entries can be found by visiting age. Maintains funding throughout the a presiding officer at a CHRO hearing ally-standardized scoring system that CTZeroEnergyChallenge.com. next 5 years. with regard to the orders he makes on measures a home’s energy performance The Connecticut Zero Energy • Administrative reductions to state finding evidence of a discriminatory (the lower the number, the more energy Challenge is now seeking participants agencies enable the state to protect practice. efficient the home; a score of zero rep- for its 2016 challenge. The deadline funding for core services. This budget Michael Roberts, Attorney at the resents a net zero energy home). to apply is June 1, 2016. Homes must cuts specific, non-service accounts by Commission on Human Rights and Competing builders and architects be completed by December 15, 2016. 12 percent for a total savings of $157.5 Opportunities, testified in favor of implement energy-saving features into If interested in applying, please visit million. the bill before the Veterans’ Affairs the home’s design to increase energy CTZeroEnergyChallenge.com for more • Legislative givebacks including leg- Committee in February, where he said performance and lower its HERS Index. details. islative salary reductions and elimina- that veterans face discrimination based The project’s cost effectiveness and the tion of unsolicited mail. on assumptions and generalizations home’s total estimated operating costs • Modifications to debt service and a related to issues like PTSD and active are also used to determine the winners

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Tourtellotte were just the beginning of the way. a turnaround. Killingly is next sched- “We dug ourselves such a hole that uled to play host to Norwich Tech on we can’t relax. Every game has to be Friday, April 29, with the first pitch a playoff mentality. Let’s go out and scheduled for 4 p.m. at Owen Bell Park. try to get the job done,” Austin said. The Redmen return to Owen Bell Park “Now they’re starting to see what at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, for a they’re capable of. When the kids start game against Waterford. to gain that little bit of confidence and “We’ve got a big stretch coming up,” everybody’s happy to be on the team, Desaulnier said. “These were import- that chemistry starts to build and good ant for our season as a whole in order things start to happen. to keep moving forward — in order to “We’re not going to win all of our keep on the path that we wanted to be games. But we need to understand that on — and get our goal of around eight we are capable of winning those games to 10 wins. It was big stuff. It was good — and how we go out and prepare for stuff. A win like this just sets the tone practice, and being prepared to enter a for the next couple weeks.” game is vital.” After committing 10 errors against Lyman Memorial the Redmen’s record Charlie Lentz may be reached at (860) stood at 1-5. They reversed an early 928-1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail at char- slide with a pair of wins — coach Austin [email protected]. said there’s no room for error the rest of

Charlie Lentz photo Killingly’s Jake Gauthier pitches against Tourtellotte.

BY CHARLIE LENTZ “This was important for everybody’s VILLAGER SPORTS EDITOR confidence,” Desaulnier said. “When you’re playing against the Fitchs, the THOMPSON — Turnarounds begin New — you need to be able one game at a time and Killingly High to put together a lot of hits. I’m really was ready for one after committing 10 happy to see it’s coming together now. I errors in a 9-0 loss to Lyman Memorial. think we’re ready for this next stretch.” The Redmen began to right the ship by Gauthier started and picked up the stringing together a pair of victories on victory, going three innings, strik- consecutive days last week — a 5-1 win ing out six, walking one, hitting one over Woodstock followed by a 16-5 vic- batter, and allowing one run on two tory at Tourtellotte on April 20. Senior hits. Desaulnier pitched the final four first baseman Ben Desaulnier hoped the innings, striking out three, walking six, season was turning in Killingly’s direc- hitting one batter, and giving up four tion following the win over Tourtellotte. runs on six hits. “These two wins we needed and we “Got some tough innings from Jake knew we needed them,” said Desaulnier, Gauthier and Ben (Desaulnier) today,” who rapped a two-run single to pace a Austin said. “We gutted it out.” four-run outburst against Tourtellotte The win against Tourtellotte lifted in the fourth inning. “A lot of guys Killingly’s record to 3-5 and Desaulnier stepped up, definitely.” hoped the wins against Woodstock and The Redmen had three wins and six losses through nine games as the sea- son nears its midpoint. Killingly coach David Austin said the error-ridden loss to Lyman Memorial on April 18 served as a wakeup call. The victory over Tourtellotte on April 20, coupled with a 5-1 win over Woodstock one day earlier it reversed an early slide. “You make 10 errors in a ballgame, there’s not a big enough rock to hide under. When you’re one and five — and you lose your fifth game and you make 10 errors in a ballgame — it’s pretty murky water,” Austin said. “We turned it around. Give the kids credit. Yesterday against Woodstock, against a rival, they played flawlessly. And they matched it today. We swung the bats. Scored the runs.” Killingly pounded out 11 hits against Tourtellotte. Killingly used four walks, a pair of run-scoring fielder’s choic- es, Evan Zanauskas’s steal of home, and Mike Albee’s run scoring single to take a 4-0 lead over Tourtellotte in the top of the first inning. The Redmen added three runs in the second with the help of Jake Gauthier’s two-run single. Killingly scored four runs in the fourth inning with Desaulnier getting the key hit to push its lead to 11-0. The Redmen led 13-2 going into the top of the sev- enth and added three runs with Kyle Derosier knocking a run-scoring dou- ble and Derek Griffiths singling home another run. Zanauskus finished 2-for-4 with two RBIs. Hunter Yaworski went 2-for-2 with a walk and scored three runs. Cory Sipos finished 3-for-4 with a double. Ben Carbone went 2-for-3 with a walk and one RBI.

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Charlie Lentz photo Putnam High’s Kobie Bates attempts to tag Windham Tech’s Nick Martin at second base in the third inning at Murphy Park Monday. Marlin was safe on the play.

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Charlie Lentz photo Tourtellotte’s Emily Vincent tags out Putnam’s Aliceya Labonte at the plate in the third inning last Saturday at Owen Tarr Field in Putnam.

BY CHARLIE LENTZ hits. Godzik helped her own Junior first baseman Lindsay VILLAGER SPORTS EDITOR cause by knocking a pair of Roberts and sophomore short- Charlie Lentz photo run-scoring singles. stop Ashley Burke both singled Putnam’s Mackenzie Livingston pitches against Tourtellotte last Saturday “Michaela, as long as home one run for the Clippers. PUTNAM — With six games at Owen Tarr Field in Putnam. in nine days, capped by playing she’s throwing strikes and The loss dropped Putnam’s Putnam High last Saturday — she doesn’t get down on her- record to 5-3. The Clippers Tourtellotte Memorial needed self, she’s a great pitcher,” are next scheduled to play at some rest for both senior right- DiFormato said. “She just Constitution State Conference hander Crystal Daly and senior needs to keep her confidence foe Ellis Tech on Monday, May catcher Christina Kopacz — up and I think this helped that.” 2, with the first pitch set for and the Tigers were looking Tourtellotte senior shortstop 4 p.m. Coach Miller said the for a win as well. Sophomore Carrine Sosnowski went 3-for-4 Clippers have to play better righty Michaela Godzik pro- including a triple, drove home defensively to achieve their vided the day off for Daly — two runs and scored three runs. goals. and the Tigers went to work Senior second baseman Grace “If we can be consistent with 15 hits en route to a 15-4 Deneault homered. Senior cen- defensively we should be play- non-league victory over the ter fielder Abby Poirer finished ing in the CSC championship Clippers at Owen Tarr Field on 2-for-4. Senior catcher Emily game. I see that as a very likely April 23. Vincent knocked a two-run possibility,” Miller said. “If we “I think it’s good thing to double and a sacrifice fly for aren’t consistent defensively, give Crystal a break when she three RBIs. Senior outfield- that’s what hurts us. Still at needs one. It’s tough pitching,” er Mariah Beausoleil singled this point, to be 5-3, we’re way Godzik said. “I’ve been doing it home one run. Senior first ahead of last year. Last year for a long time so I know how baseman Olivia Padula fin- at this time we were 1-7. We hard it can be.” ished 2-for-4 including a double went on a 10-1 run at the end of Godzik supplied some need- and a triple. And freshman out- last season — and we still have ed rest for Daly — who pitched fielder Lauren Ramos singled plenty of time to do that.” the first of five consecutive home one run for the Tigers. The victory lifted games against Woodstock on With Tourtellotte leading 4-3 Tourtellotte’s record to 6-2. The April 15 and the last of the after four innings, the Tigers Tigers are next scheduled to quintet against Killingly High broke it open with eight runs play at Eastern Connecticut on April 21. in the top of the fifth inning Conference rival St. Bernard “We had to give Crystal and — paced by Vincent’s two-run on Friday, April 29. Christina a day off because we double, Sosnowski’s run-scor- “I think that we’re proba- played a lot of games in the ing single, and a run-scoring bly off to a better start than last break, which wasn’t really double from Ramos. Putnam we have been in a few years, break,” said Tourtellotte coach committed seven errors over- which is a positive outlook,” Brooke DiFormato. “It was all all. DiFormato said. “But I keep about getting: One, Michaela “We knew that if we gave telling them not to get ahead of some more experience and, them extra outs they were themselves. We’ve got to take two, getting Crystal some rest.” going to take advantage of it,” every game one day at a time.” Godzik earned her winning said Putnam coach Jon Miller. experience, picking up the Putnam senior right-hander Charlie Lentz may be reached complete-game victory, strik- Mackenzie Livingston took the at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by Charlie Lentz photo ing out five, walking four, and complete-game loss, striking e-mail at charlie@villagernews- Tourtellotte’s Michaela Godzik last Saturday at Owen Tarr Field in Putnam. allowing four runs on seven out seven and walking five. papers.com.

Woodstock Academy edged by Griswold

BY CHARLIE LENTZ “We have to hit the ball hard some- VILLAGER SPORTS EDITOR where, or on the ground even in that position, with the infield back — hit it WOODSTOCK — Pitching hasn’t in a hole somewhere, hit the ball hard,” been the concern of Woodstock said Carpenter of the sixth-inning Academy coach Bill Carpenter. Lack opportunity. “We could have gotten a of hitting has been the Centaurs neme- run there. That was the big opportunity sis. Woodstock fell to Griswold 2-1 last there, with the bases loaded for sure. Friday at Bentley Athletic Complex — We didn’t get the job done.” completing a string of four games in Griswold left-hander Gage Coleman which the Centaurs scored a collective picked up the complete-game victory, total of three runs. striking out three, walking four, and “We need to hit now. We need to hit,” allowing one run on four hits. The win Carpenter said. “The gloves are coming lifted Griswold’s record to 4-5. around. The pitching’s good. We need to Woodstock squandered a good start spraying the ball around the park. start from junior right-hander Alden That’s what we need to do.” Brennan. Brennan took the loss, going Trailing Griswold 2-1 in the bottom five innings, allowing five hits and two of sixth inning — Woodstock loaded runs. Griswold’s first run was aided in the bases with one out but could not the first inning when Garcia moved to muster a run, allowing the Wolverines third base on a fly ball to the outfield to escape by inducing a lineout and a that perhaps wasn’t deep enough to eas- flyout. The Centaurs managed just four ily allow Garcia to tag up and advance. hits against Griswold. “Alden pitched well. I thought we Griswold manufactured a run in gave them their first run by not being the top of the first inning. Joel Garcia mentally ready coming into the game — reached on an infield single, advanced we preach to think before the play and to second base on a wild pitch, tagged we weren’t ready (on Garcia’s advance up and moved to third base on a short to third base),” Carpenter said. fly ball to right field. Garcia scored on Junior right-hander David Redfield a groundout from Bryce Mileski. The finished up and went two innings, strik- Wolverines pushed their lead to 2-0 on ing out two, walking one, and allowing Alan Rondeau’s run-scoring triple in no runs and one hit. The loss dropped the top of the fifth inning. Woodstock’s record to 1-5. The Centaurs Woodstock pulled within 2-1 as pinch are next scheduled to play host to Bacon runner Sam Majek scored on a wild Academy on Friday, April 29, with the pitch in the bottom of the fifth inning. first pitch scheduled for 4:15 p.m. at The Centaurs best chance for a big Bentley Athletic Complex. inning came in the bottom of the of the sixth inning. Leadoff hitter Nick Short Charlie Lentz may be reached at (860) reached on an error, David Redfield sin- Charlie Lentz photo 928-1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail at char- gled, and Zach Gagnon singled with one Woodstock’s Alden Brennan pitches against Griswold last Friday at Bentley Athletic Complex. [email protected]. out to load the bases. But the Centaurs could not cash in on the opportunity. B4 % Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, April 29, 2016 Daleen hired to revive Woodstock football

Academy has no dedicated pride in what we’re doing. I youth program feeding play- don’t know what they did here ers solely to Woodstock, Daleen in the past, I don’t really care. did not see this as a hindrance. I know what we’re going to do “Very few schools in the in the future is try to get some- country, on the grand scheme, thing coherent and something have a dedicated youth pro- the kids can really wrap their gram for that school. There will heads around.” be a lot of schools in the coun- In addition to being solid try that do this — if the kids inside and outside of the class- come in and they’re willing to room — Daleen expects his block, tackle, and run — then players to be dedicated to the that’s 80 percent of it,” Daleen weight room. said. “I’m going to spend some “Strength conditioning time with the youth program is huge, it’s 80 percent of the out there to make sure they’re game. Everything we’re going involved in that.” to do here is going to be based Regardless of the skill level of on academics, strength condi- his players, Daleen said he will tioning, and community ser- emphasize sound fundamental vice,” Daleen said. football and adapt his players’ Last season Woodstock abilities to his philosophy. played the Quinebaug Valley “I’m not curing cancer up Pride for the first time in here. We’re coaching football. years — losing 30-15 on Sept. So we’ve got to make it where 19 — but drawing the biggest they can understand it and be crowd of the season to Bentley able to fit in our system when Athletic Complex. The Pride Charlie Lentz photo they get here,” Daleen said. is on Woodstock’s schedule “Again, if they can run and again next fall but Daleen Daryl Daleen, with his son, Daedric, at Woodstock Academy Tuesday. Daleen was introduced as the new head tackle and block, then we work said it doesn’t matter who the football coach and assistant athletic director at the school. with everything else.” Centaurs play — only winning Daleen has a lengthy and matters — the only surefire BY CHARLIE LENTZ of an artist. Deep down I like Woodstock Academy. The local respected coaching resume method to resuscitate a pro- VILLAGER SPORTS EDITOR to think of myself as a paint- WPTP youth program sends a but doesn’t intend to install an gram. er — having a blank slate is percentage its players — those overly complicated offense or “I am not a rivalry guy. I’m an intricate defensive scheme. WOODSTOCK — It will sometimes way more appeal- from Woodstock and Pomfret not a Thanksgiving guy. I’m a “There’s an old adage in my likely be a heavy lift reviving ing than coming into a pro- — to Woodstock Academy. But guy that wants whatever gets business: It’s not what I know, Woodstock Academy’s football gram that’s successful,” Daleen many of its players — those these kids motivated. So if it’s it’s what they know. That’s program but Daryl Daleen is said. “These kids, I think, want from Thompson and Putnam going to put 700, 800 people in what we’re going to do, is fig- heavily credentialed in resusci- to win. They’re really primed — play high school football for the stands — then I’ll play who- ure out what they know and tating teams gasping for wins. to win. The two and 30 (record) the Quinebaug Valley Pride ever,” Daleen said. “Just want then run from there,” Daleen “This is something I’ve doesn’t mean anything to me. I co-op team, comprised of play- to play football.” said. “I think these kids are done my whole career,” said wasn’t here during that time. ers who attend either Putnam going to be able to take in a lot Daleen, who was introduced I don’t see that as being an High, Tourtellotte Memorial Charlie Lentz may be reached more than most people expect. as Woodstock’s head coach issue.” in Thompson or Ellis Tech at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by As long as the system’s in place Tuesday. “I’ve gone to places Daleen and his wife, Mara, in Danielson. Although the e-mail at charlie@villagernews- — continuity and care and where they didn’t win and we have a 2-year-old son, Daedric, papers.com. win.” and a daughter, Arya, five As an assistant Daleen months old. He takes over helped transform a five- for Clay Killingsworth, who win program at Newberry departed after three seasons as College in South Carolina to head coach. Killingsworth was an 11-win team and South neither a faculty member nor Atlantic Conference champion administrator at Woodstock over a three-year span. From Academy and did not have con- Newberry he moved on to assist tact with his players during the at the University of Pikeville school day. Daleen has been in Kentucky in 2007, then up hired full-time and will also the ladder to the University serve as an assistant athletic of New Haven before landing director at the school. He’ll at Central Connecticut State have a greater opportunity to University in 2014 — where interact daily with his players Daleen was special teams coor- and also identify new recruits dinator, linebacker coach, and on campus. recruiter. “It’s going to be a huge Daleen recently gave notice advantage. To be able to recruit at Central Connecticut and the hallways is going to huge,” now he’s tasked with reviv- Daleen said. “There’s a lot of ing a Centaurs grid program kids walking around here that that finished with one win and are not playing sports that nine losses last season, was should be. The second thing 2-30 over the last three seasons, about me being in the school, and 5-57 over the last six years. the cerebral part of the game He looked forward to the chal- gets a little bit better because lenge. now I’m going to be around “I actually like the fact that the kids to talk football — like they’re terrible,” Daleen said. immediately after school, meet- Daleen wants a crack at ings, academics, strength-con- Charlie Lentz photo changing the perception of ditioning stuff gets a lot better.” Woodstock Academy football. There is no youth football Woodstock quarterback Jared Bouten passes to Mason Defocy against Montville last Oct. 31 at Bentley Athletic “I think every coach is a bit program that is solely dedi- Complex in Woodstock. Both Bouten and Defocy will be seniors next season. cated to funneling players to Accolades for Killingly football program

Courtesy photo From left, Killingly assistant coaches Josh Fortin, Trevor Larrow, head coach Chad Neal, Austin Caffrey, and assistant coaches Chad Caffrey, Matt Sumner and Kevin Marcoux. Neal and Austin Caffrey hold awards bestowed by the Southeastern Connecticut Chapter of National Football Foundation last Sunday at the Mohegan Sun ballroom in Uncasville.

Both Caffrey and the foundation’s Coach Bacon Academy last Oct. Killingly head coach of the Year. The Redmen 10. New Haven finished Chad Neal Honored were also presented the 7-4 last season and com- Charlie Lentz photo were recognized by Noonan Sportsmanship petes in the Northeast 10 the Southeastern Award from the Eastern Conference. Austin was Killingly’s Austin Caffrey (10) and Josh Angel (55) have been picked to play in the Super 100 Connecticut Chapter Connecticut Football a four-year starter and Connecticut All-Star Game at Rentschler Field in June. of National Football Officials this past season. also played linebacker. Foundation and College Caffrey announced He led Killingly with 112 Hall of Fame on April recently that he intends tackles, 12 and one-half UNCASVILLE — State and All-Conference Connecticut Conference 24 at the Mohegan Sun to continue his career at tackles for a loss, and had Killingly High’s Austin players for the Redmen Small Division title. This Ballroom. Caffrey was the University of New three sacks last season. Caffrey and Josh Angel this past season. Killingly is the second year the awarded scholar-athlete Haven next fall. Caffrey He is the son of Chad and have both been select- finished last season Redmen have been repre- honors by the founda- rushed for for 1,796 yards Betty Caffrey and plans ed to play in the Super with a record of 10-2 sented in the prestigious tion for his excellence and 23 touchdowns last on majoring in criminal 100 Connecticut All- and reached the semifi- All-Star game, following in the classroom, com- season, including 356 justice at UNH. Star Game on June 25 nals of the Class M State running back Michael munity, and on the grid- yards and five touch- at Rentschler Field in Tournament and earned Elsey’s appearance last iron. Neal was named downs in a 40-7 win over Hartford. Both were All- a share of the Eastern year. Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, April 29, 2016 B5 Vincent helps Tourtellotte rally past rival Killingly

BY CHARLIE LENTZ VILLAGER SPORTS EDITOR DAYVILLE — Emily Vincent had an idea of how Ashley Veillette was going to pitch to her and that made all the differ- ence. Vincent is Tourtellotte’s cleanup hitter and she came to the plate against Veillette, Killingly’s sophomore right- hander, with two runners on base and the Tigers trailing Killingly by a pair of runs in the top of the fifth inning on April 21 at Foxy Fortin Field. Vincent and Veillette are summertime teammates on the South County Storm in Massachusetts — so Vincent was familiar with Veillette’s pitching repertoire. After hit- ting a pair of grounders in her first two at-bats Vincent was ready for her third time at the plate. “I play with Ashley over the summer so I know how she kind of pitches,” said Tourtellotte’s junior third baseman. “She’s really, really good. I think I adjusted to her.” With Tourtellotte trailing Killingly 4-2 with one out in the fifth inning — Vincent adjust- ed a pitch over left fielder Lexi Montagne’s head for a three- run homer to give the Tigers a one-run lead en route to a 7-4 victory. Tourtellotte managed Charlie Lentz photo just one hit off Veillette over Tourtellotte shortstop Carrine Sosnowski readies to tag out Killingly’s Cara Mayhew attempting to steal second base in the first inning at Owen Bell the first four innings but put Park’s Foxy Fortin Field. together five hits in the fifth frame. “I think it was just a change of their mental approach at the plate,” said Tourtellotte coach Brooke DiFormato of the fifth-inning rally. “I don’t think they really made any adjustments to the pitching, except for it was their third time through in the order — that, plus changing your men- tal approach and really having that fire and that mental tough- ness, that’s what I’ve been try- ing to get them to improve on all year. They really wanted it so they did it.” Trailing 4-0 going into the top of the fifth, Vincent’s homer paced a five run outburst that gave the Tigers the lead for good. Freshman Lauren Ramos started the fifth-inning rally with a one-out double. Ramos bats ninth in Tourtellotte’s order. “It’s always good when the bottom of your order can get on and you know that the top’s coming up right behind them,” Charlie Lentz photo Charlie Lentz photo DiFormato said. “Because Killingly’s Ashley Veillette pitches against Tourtellotte. Tourtellotte’s Crystal Daly pitches against Killingly High. the top of my order has great speed and great bats so they every pitch and not worry best of us here at Owen Bell. can knock them in and that’s about the baserunners,” But this time we fought harder innings but could not with- and you start to see a couple the game plan. Lauren (Ramos) said DiFormato of the Tigers and I think that’s a credit to my stand Tourtellotte’s fifth-in- girls starting to kind of get is kind of like a second lead- defense in the bottom of the girls’ determination.” ning rally. down a little bit — and that’s off because she’s fast and she’s seventh. “I tell them it’s a game Carrine Sosnowski went “We’re still a good softball on me to let them know we’re good hitter. So I keep her down of outs. Focus on one thing at a 3-for-4 for Tourtellotte with one team. We’re just not quite fine. They’re getting there. I’m there for some extra security.” time. We’re up so we just need RBI. Christina Kopacz finished putting together those seven still proud of them.” Crystal Daly earned the com- to get outs, make sure they’re 2-for-3 with a homer and three innings,” said Killingly first- The loss dropped Killingly’s plete-game win for Tourtellotte, the sure outs, and that’s what RBIs for the Tigers. year coach Lance Leduc. “We record to 4-2. The Redgals going seven innings, striking got us out of there.” Veillette absorbed the knew (Tourtellotte) was a good are next scheduled to play at out five, walking three, and DiFormato said the Tigers defeat, going six and one-third team. They’re not going to just Waterford on Friday, April 29. allowing six hits and four runs, always looked forward to fac- innings, striking out four, hit- hand you anything. You’ve got The win lifted Tourtellotte’s two earned. Daly survived a ing the Redgals. ting one batter, and giving up to go out and kind of take it record to 5-2. The Tigers are one-out, bases-loaded jam “We always kind of have a eight hits and seven runs, five — that means seven innings. next scheduled to play at St. in the bottom of the seventh rivalry with Killingly. I didn’t earned. Veillette went 2-for-4 Credit them, it’s not like they Bernard on Friday. inning to hang on to the win — know what to expect because I with a triple at the plate. Cara didn’t put the bat on the ball inducing a fielder’s choice at know they have a new coach,” Mayhew knocked a two-run and line a couple out to the Charlie Lentz may be reached the plate for the second out and DiFormato said. “But we triple for Killingly and Lexi outfield and go out and take it at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by a flyout to end it. always play them tough here. Lamontagne singled home one themselves. But then you start e-mail at charlie@villagernews- “They just had to refocus They always seem to get the run. Killingly led 4-0 after four to see the shoulders shrugging papers.com. Tourtellotte hits rough patch against Killingly

BY CHARLIE LENTZ innings for Tourtellotte, striking out VILLAGER SPORTS EDITOR two, walking one, hitting one batter, THOMPSON — Tourtellotte seemed and allowing two hits and four runs. to run out of gas in a 16-5 loss to Senior right-hander Tyler Hopkins Killingly High on April 20 — the tank finished up, going four innings, strik- near empty after the third of three ing out one, walking two, and allowing games on consecutive days. But coach eight hits and eight runs. Adam Child said the Tigers can’t Senior center fielder Alex Angelo make excuses if they want a success- went 4-for-4 with a double and a triple, ful season and a berth in the Class S and scored three runs for Tourtellotte. Tournament. Senior second baseman Tyler Boyden “We just didn’t have the energy level finished 2-for-4 with a double and two today,” Child said. “This was our third RBIs for the Tigers. game in a row. We could see our ener- The loss dropped Tourtellotte’s gy level decline. We were all amped up record to 2-3. The Tigers are next on Monday against Putnam and then scheduled to play host to St. Bernard as the week progresses our energy lev- on Saturday, April 30, with the el’s going down. If we’re going to play first pitch scheduled for 11 a.m. at to our level we need that energy level Tourtellotte Memorial’s Field. Child at 100 percent every single game.” expects his team to perform at 100 Senior right-hander Noah Putnam percent of capacity against the Saints took the loss against Killingly, walk- Saturday — and throughout the rest of ing five and allowing four runs on one the season. hit before being lifted with two outs in “With the teams in this league the first inning. Putnam is the Tigers we can’t afford to not be energetic fourth starter but Child expected bet- throughout the entire game,” Child ter. Tourtellotte committed seven said. errors against Killingly. “(Putnam’s) my No. 4 but he has to Charlie Lentz may be reached at (860) do a better job. But the team as a whole 928-1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail at char- has to do a better job,” Child said. [email protected]. Sophomore right-hander Devin Barbour went two and one-third Charlie Lentz photo Tourtellotte’s Devin Barbour pitches against Killingly on April 20. B6 % Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, April 29, 2016 Woodstock’s Hehir almost perfect vs. Plainfield

PLAINFIELD — Woodstock DAYVILLE — The Redgals Academy senior right-hander swept Montville 7-0 in girls Rylee Hehir struck out 13 and tennis on Monday, April 25 took a perfect game into the sev- at Killingly High. In singles: enth inning against Plainfield Abby Laseter (K) defeated last Saturday. Melina Faison Indigo Whisman (M) 6-0, 6-0; broke up the no-hitter with a Teagan Waggoner (K) defeat- single up the middle with one ed Amanda Hester (M) 6-0, out for host Plainfield’s only 6-0; Haley Larose (K) defeated hit in Woodstock’s 13-0 win Luisa Alarcon (M) 6-1, 6-2; Julia over the Panthers in softball Mossey (K) defeated Tessa on April 22. Hehir went 3-for- Rummel (M) 6-0, 5-7, 7-5. 4 at the plate with a homer, In doubles: Cierra Peaslee/ two doubles, and three RBIs. Taylor Nicholson (K) defeated Heidi Lotter, Angela Caponi, Kayla Andrews/Tiffany Liang and Hannah Reynolds each (M) 6-2, 6-0; Brittany Bennett/ doubled for the Centaurs. The Jordan Bennett (K) defeated win lifted Woodstock’s record Abby Houser/Karen Lau (M) to 5-4. The Centaurs are next 6-2, 6-2; Sarah McMerriman/ scheduled to play at Bacon Bridget Hayes (K) defeated Academy on Friday, April 29. Vicky Lin/Rachel Liang 6-2, 6-2. PUTNAM 7, WINDHAM TECH 2 WOODSTOCK GOLF WILLIMANTIC — Lindsay THOMPSON — Woodstock Roberts knocked four hits and Academy defeated Manchester had three RBIs to help the and East Lyme at Quinnatisset Clippers defeat host Windham Country Club in girls golf Tech in softball on Monday, on Monday, April 25. Team April 25. Mackenzie Livingston scores were Woodstock 214, picked up the win, striking out Manchester 236, and East Lyme 10. Ashley Burke and Julie 268. Woodstock’s Roxanne Loomis each had three hits Garceau was the medalist, for Putnam. Windham Tech’s shooting a 43 over nine holes. record fell to 3-5. The win lifted The win lifted Woodstock’s Putnam’s record to 6-3. Putnam record to 4-0-1. is next scheduled to play at Ellis Tech on Monday, May 2. PUTNAM 8, HALE-RAY 5

ELLIS TECH 22, HOLY EAST HADDAM — Nick Foucault struck out 12 in a FAMILY 2 complete-game effort and File photo NORTH FRANKLIN — helped his own cause with Woodstock’s Rylee Hehir tossed a one-hitter against Plainfield Saturday. Kirstin Light had three hits three hits and two RBIs at the and three RBIs to lead the plate to lead the Clippers past Golden Eagles to the win at host Hale-Ray in baseball last 22, winning the opener 11-3 and one RBI. Carignan homered, lent shotmaking throughout. The Academy of Holy Family Friday, April 22. Zach Cutler the nightcap 20-7. In game one went 2-for-2 with three RBIs. Marianapolis improved to 5-2 in softball on Monday, April had three hits for the Clippers Hannah Carignan went 2-for- Tellier tripled and doubled and overall with its third straight 25. Autumn Jackson had three and Mitchel Barylski had two 2 with a triple and one RBI, Autumn Jackson tripled. Light win. This was the first time RBIs and Rhiannon Sulik and RBIs. The win lifted Putnam’s Sydney Tetrault tripled and pitched three and two-thirds since 2011 that the Golden Sophie DiPanni each had two record to 5-2. Putnam is next had three RBIs for Ellis Tech. innings, striking out six. Knights have defeated Rectory RBIs for Ellis Tech. Kerri scheduled to play host to Kirstin Light, Anna Riddick, School. Rhiannon Sulik, and Sarah In singles: Zelinski Fulton struck out three for Ellis Wheeler on Friday, April 29, PUTNAM 21, PRINCE with the first pitch set for 4 Teller each went 2-for-2 for the (R) defeated Sebastian Porras Tech. The loss dropped Holy TECH 0 Family’s record to 0-4. The win p.m. at Murphy Park. Golden Eagles. Riddick pitched (M), 8-1; Liu (M) defeat- lifted Ellis Tech’s record to 7-2. three innings and struck out PUTNAM — Aliceya Labonte ed Aderemi Adefioye (R), 8-1; three. Silva (M) defeated Marshall Ellis Tech next plays host to ELLIS TECH SOFTBALL struck out four and allowed Putnam on Monday. In game two Riddick went two hits to help the Clippers Kilvert (R), 8-6; Gao (M) defeat- 3-for-4 with a homer and a dou- ed Juan Ruiz (R), 8-6; Wang MANCHESTER — Ellis defeat Prince Tech last Friday, ble and four RBIs. Tetrault (M) defeated Henry Wang (R), Tech swept a doubleheader at April 22. Putnam amassed 17 knocked two doubles with four 8-6; Shun-Yi “Brian” Chang KILLINGLY TENNIS Cheney Tech last Friday, April hits, led by Julia Loomis and RBIs. Sulik went 3-for-3 with Makenzie Livingston, who (M) defeated Seiyu Nakajima each had three hits and three (R), 8-2. RBIs for Putnam. Lindsay In doubles: Andrew Zelinski Roberts had three RBIs and and Aderemi Adefioye PUTNAM HIGH BASEBALL Ashley Burke knocked three (R) defeated Liu/Zhuoyao hits for the Clippers. Song (M), 8-3; Xiyao Ge/Yu Zhou Wu (M) defeated Jin Tanaka/Vincent Cai (R), 8-0; KNIGHTS TENNIS Chengtao Song/Zeliang Hu (M) defeated Tracey Chen/ POMFRET —Marianapolis Catherine Li (R), 8-2 Prep defeated host Rectory School 7-2 in boys tennis last Saturday, April 23, in ten- KNIGHTS LACROSSE nis. Marianapolis sophomore Ramiro Escobedo Silva, and THOMPSON — Marianapolis seniors Zhangyuan Gao and Prep lost to Williams School Jiayu Wang all won tight 17-7 in girls varsity lacrosse last matches in third through fifth Friday, April 22. Williams led singles to power the Golden 9-6 at halftime. Four of the six Knights. Marianapolis goals came from Gao, a senior co-captain, ral- junior Emily Sheridan and lied from 1-4 down to author two were scored by sophomore the win of his sea- Emily Maguire. Freshman son. Wang also came back from Emma Pickett would score 3-5 behind to win 8-6. Knights the last and only score of the junior Fangzhou Liu played second half for the Golden one of the finest matches of his Knights. Other standouts were three-year Marianapolis career junior Kaitlin Dodos at cen- in defeating a talented Aderemi ter and junior Emily Hebert at Adefioye at second singles. third man defense. Andrew Zelinski, Rectory’s top player, won two match- es and demonstrated excel- Charlie Lentz photo PUTNAM — Putnam High shortstop Nick Foucault readies to tag out Windham Tech’s Nick Martin attempting to steal second base in the first inning at Murphy Park on Monday, April 25. Martin was out on the play but Windham Tech went on to defeat Clippers 11-3. TAG! Saturday, April 30, 9am – 4pm, St. Stephens Flea Market, 130 Old Turnpike Road, Quinebaug. Renting areas $20. No donations this VILLAGER NEWSPAPERS time. 860/753-1767. Putnam Villager • Thompson Villager • Woodstock Villager • Killingly Villager “Every Home, Every Week” May 6 & 7, Fri. & Sat. 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54 Dugg Hill Road, Woodstock CT ne of the most elegant properties in Woodstock. The home gracefully sits on 15 acres with professionally landscaped gardens, pastures and a brook winding through the property! Custom built in 1995, the home features four upper bedrooms, Oa grand master suite, fireplaced family room, huge granite kitchen with beamed ceilings, an office, a formal living room and a formal dining room. The beautiful sunroom offers views of the water and professionally land- scaped gardens. You will love the attached 3-car garage, waterfront gazebo, and an amazing post & beam barn featuring an upper walk-up workshop area. There is a home theatre, exercise room and walk out sliders in the finished basement. The Current owner has installed an on-demand whole Villager house propane generator. The back yard is as private as can be with two separate decks and a gazebo from which to observe nature’s beauty. In- cluded in the land is a large open parcel for farming or pasture located on the right of the property. Muddy brook is stocked with trout so fishing is available from your own back yard, and there are walking trails along the brook. Please come see this stunning property in Woodstock Connecticut.

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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 Anita C. Place, 85 Samantha J. “Sami Jo” Deiter, 25 PUTNAM – Anita Audrey of Putnam, Donald Place and COUDERSPORT, (Dawn) Deiter of Coudersport, C. Place, 85, formerly his companion Kerri of Thompson, PENNSYLVANIA Pennyslvania; her maternal grand- of West Thompson., and David Place and his wife Karen ---Samantha J. parents, Gerald and Kim Chitester of died April 25 in of Thompson; daughters, Cynthia “Sami Jo” Deiter, Coudersport, Pennsylvania; a broth- Westview Nursing LaBonte of Putnam and Karen and 25, of Coudersport, er, Ryan J. Chitester of Philadelphia, Home. She was the her husband Lucien A. LaPalme of Pennsylvania, for- Pennsylvania; three aunts, Renee loving wife of the late Thompson; seven grandchildren; four merly of Thompson, DeMay, Jessica Chitester and Abby Charles W. Place. great-grandchildren; and brother, passed away sur- (Josh) Ayers; many other aunts, Born in Putnam, she David Picard and his wife Claudette rounded by her lov- uncles, and cousins; and her extended was the daughter of Putnam; and two nieces Allison and ing family on Friday, Deiter and Strayer families. of the late Alphonse and Mary Rose Marcia. She was predeceased by a sis- April 22, at Cole Memorial Hospital, Sami Jo was predeceased by her (Depot) Picard. Mrs. Place was a grad- ter Alice Jewell. Coudersport. paternal grandfather, Richard Deiter; uate of St. Joseph High School in N. Calling hours were held on April 28 Born September 4, 1990 in and an aunt, Mary Gray. Grosvenordale. in Putnam. A funeral service will take Coudersport, she was a daughter of Calling hours were on Thursday in Mrs. Place enjoyed cooking, sewing, place in the funeral home at 10:00AM Stephanie J. “Taffy” Chitester and Coudersport, Pennsylvania. A service knitting, crocheting, baking, and trav- on Friday, April 29, 2016 followed by Randy R. Deiter. of Christian Burial will be celebrated eling and shopping with her daugh- burial in in West Thompson Cemetery. Sami Jo was a graduate of at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 29, 2016 in St. ter Cindy. She worked at Belding Memorial donations in Anita’s mem- Tourtellotte High School in Thompson, Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Heminway for over 30 years and prior ory may be made to The Westview Connecticut and was a graduate of with the Rev. Dr. Darrel R. Justh, pas- to that she worked at Colts Plastics. Health Care and Rehabilitation Franklin Pierce University in Rindge, tor, and the Rev. Carl P. Greene, Potter Anita is survived by her sons, Center Activities Fund, 150 Ware Rd., New Hampshire with a Bachelor of County Hospice Chaplain, officiating. Richard “Peter” Place and his wife Dayville, CT 06241. Arts degree in Psychology. Soon after A reception will follow the funeral graduating from college, she was services at the Coudersport American diagnosed with the rare brain disor- Legion. Evelyn M. Fairfield, 91 der, Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Flowers are gratefully declined Syndrome. and will be provided by the family. DAYVILLE – years she served as Treasurer to the Sami Jo attended St. Paul’s Memorials may be made to Teacher’s Evelyn M. Fairfield, Missions Committee and the Ladies Evangelical Lutheran Church in Pet Rescue, 19 Blackberry Lane, 91, of Dayville, for- Benevolent Society. She also cooked Coudersport. She loved to travel, Coudersport, PA 16915. merly of Woodstock for the needy once a month along with a enjoyed going to the beach, and had Sami Jo’s family has entrusted her passed away on April group of women from the church at the a great love for all animals, including care to the Virgil L. Howard Funeral 17. Evelyn’s husband community kitchen of the Methodist great white sharks. Her greatest love Home, Shinglehouse, PA. of 57 years, Thurston Church in North Grosvenordale. was her family. To express condolences or share a G. Eddy died on April Evelyn is survived by her broth- Surviving are her mother, Stephanie fond memory of Sami Jo, please visit 15, 2003. She married er Walter and his wife Doris (Davis) J. “Taffy” (Scott Hale) Chitester of www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com Elmer A. Fairfield on Johnson of Daytona Beach, Florida; a Thompson; her father, Randy R. November 1, 2003. He predeceased her son, Ralph Eddy and his wife Deborah on June 13, 2011. (Rich) of Avon; a son, Steven Eddy of Evelyn was the daughter of Eric and Woodstock Valley; a daughter, Kathryn Anne Johnson. Born in Philadelphia Eddy Roth and her husband Paul of Betty (Elizabeth) Louise Winkler, 86 on July 8, 1924, she moved with her Bloomfield, Vermont; a step-daughter, DANIELSON Betty’s seven loving children, Michael family to Woodstock, in 1935. She grad- Amber Fairfield Bierken and her hus- – Betty Louise Winkler and his wife Phyllis of uated from Woodstock Academy in band Dean of Clinton; a step-daughter Winkler, 86, of Vernon, Edward Winkler and his wife 1942 and went on to take a one-year Heather Fairfield of Sedona, Arizona; Danielson, passed Kitty of Oakdale, Kathleen Ferland- secretarial course at Becker College in four grandchildren; three great-grand- away on April 21 Guglielmo and her husband Mike of Worcester, Massachusetts. children and several nieces and neph- at Day Kimball Sterling, Darlene Fuller and her part- Her first job was with the NY, NH ews. Hospital after a brief ner Tom Suedhoff of Dearly, Idaho, & Albany RR at Union Station in In lieu of flowers, donations illness. She was David Winkler and his wife Patricia Worcester as a bookkeeper and reser- may be made to East Woodstock born in Pittsburgh, of Norwich, Paul Winkler and his wife vation clerk. Evelyn also worked at the Congregational Church, PO Box 156, Pennsylvania on Mary Jane of Irmo South Carolina, American Optical Co. in Southbridge, E Woodstock, CT 06244, or Westview December 20, 1929, daughter of the Christine Winkler and her partner Massachusetts from 1945 to 1947 in Health Care Center Recreation Fund, late Emile and Elizabeth (Seethaler) Jana Norman of Killingly. Her thir- the foreign sales and billing dept. She PO Box 428, Dayville, CT 06241. Miller. She was married to Edward teen grandchildren, Melanie (Derek) worked as secretary to the principal There will be a Committal Service at C. Winkler June 11, 1949, married 41 Winkler, Joanna (Jeff) Shapiro, Tristan of the Woodstock Elementary School the Elmvale Cemetery in Woodstock years, until his passing on December 6, Winkler, Caitlin Winkler, Joshua from 1963-1971. Then from Sept. 1971 at 11:00 AM on Friday April 29. A 1990. Betty worked at Pervel Industries Ferland, Noah (Nancy) Ferland, to 1986 she worked at the Woodstock Memorial Service will follow at the and then went on to recreational direc- Michael Guglielmo Jr., Thomas town offices, becoming certified as an East Woodstock Congregational tor at Norwichtown Convalescent (Heidi) LaFlesh, Adam LaFlesh, Bryan assistant town clerk in 1973. Church at 12:00 (NOON). Share a mem- Home and later at Pierce Memorial Winkler, Chelsea Winkler, Jason Evelyn was an active member of ory at www.smithandwalkerfh.com Baptist Home in Brooklyn until her Winkler and Aaron Winkler. Also sur- the East Woodstock Congregational retirement in 1992. Betty enjoyed play- vived by her two great grandchildren Church for over 60 years. Over the ing cards, games, trivia, taking trips to Samuel and Lenore LaFlesh. the casino and anything that involved A graveside service was held on spending time with her family which Thursday in All Hallows Cemetery, Gary S. Rathbone, 55 is what she was the happiest doing. Moosup. There are no calling hours. She is survived by her beloved sis- To leave an online condolence please PUTNAM – Gary S. Rathbone, 55, er, Richard Rathbone and his wife ter Audrey Carnahan of Pittsburgh, visit tillinghastfh.com of Green St., died April 17. Born in Kimberly of Bow, New Hampshire his Pennsylvania. Also surviving are Putnam, he was the son of the late sister, Sandra Hamilton and her hus- Charles and Nancy (Emerson) band Keith Hamilton of Thompson; Rathbone. Mr. Rathbone was best and many nieces and nephews includ- known for his strong work ethic and ing Aubree and Tanner Rathbone, Roger L. Hebert, 77 kind heart. He was employed as a Brandon and Hayden Hamilton, Menny WARREN, Mass. — Roger L. Hebert, traveled extensively machine operator for Norampac for 20 Merchant and Felicia Brownlow. He 77, died April 17, in the Overlook together though out years. You might have seen his friend- was predeceased by his sister, the late Masonic Home in Charlton. the United State. ly face when he worked as a inventory Deborah Rathbone. He leaves his wife of 55 years Roger enjoyed spend- clerk at Stop and Shop for over 20 A Celebration of Gary’s life will Virginia (Booth) Hebert; a daughter ing time with his years, or while take place on Saturday, May 14, at in law Justine Hebert; three grand- family, traveling and working as a farmhand at Roxbury Roxbury Farms, 169 Pulpit Rock Road sons Ryan, Reid and Tyler and three fly-fishing. Farms for 30 years. He was a very in Woodstock, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 siblings. Calling hours social man who enjoyed hunting, mus- p.m. Memorial donations may be made Roger was predeceased by his daugh- were held Tuesday, cle cars, watching westerns and espe- to your local SPCA in Gary’s name. ter Lindy Sue Hebert in 1974 and a son April 26, in Pillsbury cially loved animals. For memorial guestbook visit www. Rodger E. Hebert. Funeral Home, 3 West Brookfield Rd., Gary is survived by his broth- GilmanAndValade.com. Roger was born in Thompson, on Brookfield. The funeral was held on Aug. 1, 1938, and proudly served his Wednesday in the funeral. Burial with Bernice S. Hibbard, 81 country in the US Navy. He was a military honors followed in St. Paul’s Rural Mail Carrier in Brookfield for Cemetery in Warren. HEBRON – Bernice S. Hibbard, she was employed by the Connecticut many years until he retired and he Donations may be made in his name 81, of Hebron, passed away on April Department of Public Health before created “The Jewel of Christmas Tree to the Lindy Sue Hebert Scholarship 22, Earth Day, at the Marlborough her retirement in 1992. Following Farm,” which he owned and operated Fund, P.O. Box 446, West Warren, MA Health & Rehabilitation Center. Her her retirement she volunteered with in Warren. Roger and Virginia spent 01083, or a charity of one’s choice. loving husband John and her daughter several nonprofit healthcare organi- 37 years traveling in Florida follow- Please visit: Pillsburyfuneralhome. Beth were by her side. She was born zations. She will be sadly missed but ing baseball spring training and they com. December 23, 1934 in Mechanicsburg, always remembered with love by her Pennsylvania, daughter of the late husband John of Hebron; her daughter Jacob S. and Alverta (Burket) Stoner. Beth Hibbard and her partner Theo Bernice married John E. Hibbard on Golinko of Watertown, Massachusetts; Madeline Graziano Lussier, 89 July 3, 1965 in Mechanicsburg. They brother Leonard E. Stoner and his wife PUTNAM license!) But her job at Dempsey was resided in Glastonbury before mov- Helen of New Oxford, Pennsylvania -Madeline (Graziano) her favorite because it gave her the ing to Hebron in 1966. She attend- and many extended family and friends. Lussier aged 89, left opportunity to donate time with spe- ed Messiah Academy in Grantham, She was predeceased by her sister her beloved family cial needs people and she spent many Pennsylvania. She graduated from Peggy J. Stoner of Mechanicsburg. Sunday, after a brief happy hours teaching them to dance. Elizabethtown College, Harrisburg Funeral services will be held at illness. Madeline is survived by her three Hospital School of Nursing, and then a later date. Contributions in her She was born July sons, Michael T. Lussier and his wife received her MS in Nursing from Yale memory may be made to the Gilead 25, 1926 in Brooklyn, Deborah of Florida and Pomfret; (in 1964). In 1958 and 1959, she volun- Congregational Church at 672 Gilead New York, daugh- Daniel J. Lussier and his wife Celeste teered with the Brethren Volunteer St, Hebron, CT 06248, or the chari- ter of Donato and of Putnam; and Paul R. Lussier and his Service and served as a nurse at a table organization of their choosing. Florence (Muskat) Graziano. This wife Sherri of Pomfret; seven grand- hospital in Castañer, Puerto Rico. She The Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home city girl spent summers in Putnam children, 10 great grandchildren; worked as a nurse in various capacities of Colchester has been entrusted in her youth and is where she met numerous nieces and nephews. She throughout her career, as a visiting with funeral arrangements. www. her husband Theodore W. Lussier. was predeceased by a brother Joseph nurse, maternal and child health nurse auroramccarthymccarthyfuneral- She was widowed in 1969. Madeline Graziano of Brooklyn, and a sister and nursing instructor. Most recently, home.com courageously and with never-ending Evelyn Mier of Florida and an infant energy raised her three boys with fear- granddaughter Michelle S. Lussier. Robert K. Swedberg, 53 lessness and boundless love despite The funeral and Mass of Christian many obstacles. Madeline had a var- Burial was held Thursday in Putnam, RUTLAND — and Jason Swedberg of Worcester; ied working career at Montgomery burial followed in St. Mary Cemetery. Robert K. Swedberg, four step brothers and sisters, Donna Ward, the Town Hall, the Department Calling hours were held on Wednesday. 53, of Rutland, died on Greene and Jeffrey Richard both of CA of Motor Vehicles and lastly, the John In lieu of flowers donations may be Saturday, April 16, in and Raymond Richard Jr. and Sheila N. Dempsey Center. Her position at made to The Arc Quinebaug Valley, the UMass Memorial Puda both of Arizona as well as many the DMV was auspicious because if 687 Cook Hill Rd, Danielson, CT 06239. Medical Center – other loved ones. it wasn’t for her job she could not Share a memory at www.smithand- Memorial Campus, He is predeceased by his step father possibly have passed her driver’s test. walkerfh.com after a severe asthma Raymond P. Richard. (No New York City girl ever needed a attack. Bob enjoyed traveling and camping, Mr. Swedberg and was an avid fan of various water was born in Worcester and is sur- sports. He knew how to live life and OBITUARIES are published at no charge. vived by his mother, Marcia L. have fun. Richard of Bullhead City, Ariz.; his He will be sadly missed and fondly father, Norman K. Swedberg of North remembered. E-mail notices to [email protected] Oxford; two sisters, Chele Salliby of Private funeral services are under East Killingly, and Diane Swedberg the care of Paradis Givner Funeral of Worcester; three half brothers, Home 357 Main Street Oxford, MA. or fax them to (860) 928-5946. Joseph Richard of North Fort Meyers, Visit www.paradisfuneralhome. 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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 Mark A. Cristofori, 55 Normand Laroche, 91 WOODSTOCK – In addition to his mother, Mark PUTNAM – Matthew Faucher Mark A. Cristofori, is survived by his daughter, Nicole Normand Laroche, and his wife Jennifer, 55, of Tripp Rd., died Cristofori of Pomfret; his son, Chase 91, formerly of Thomas Faucher and April 19. Born in Van Noordwijk of the Netherlands; his Melbourne Florida, his wife Christine, Putnam, he is the girlfriend Chris Coe of Woodstock; his died April 20 in Hannah Diaz and her son of Mary Ellen brothers, Sean Cristofori of Pomfret Matulaitis Nursing husband Damian, (Chase) Morrarty of Center; his sisters, Susanne Cristofori Home. He was the and Raymond Baker; Pomfret and the late of Florida, and Beth Cristofori Laney loving husband great-great grand- Boyd Cristofori. of Voluntown; his step brothers, of Laura (Mike) children, Hailey, Mr. Cristofori Timothy Morrarty of Pomfret Center, Laroche for 63 years. Emma, Bentley, was a 1978 graduate of Woodstock and Thomas Morrarty of Manchester; Born in Thompson, he was the son Alexus, Chloe, and Brendan. Son-in- Academy. He was fondly remem- three grandchildren and numerous of the late Joseph and Rose (Martel) law Ron Donovan, several nieces and bered from his many years at Shaw’s nieces and nephews. He was pre- Laroche. nephews and his many caretakers Stationary and Aubuchon Hardware. deceased by his stepfather, George Mr. Laroche proudly served in the and friends at Matulaitis. He was He enjoyed cookouts, dogs, motorcycle Morrarty. United States Navy during WWII. He predeceased by his daughter Paulette riding, antique tractors, and was a Calling hours were held on April 26 worked as a Machine Operator for Donovan, and brothers; Roger, Herve, “Jack of all Trades.” He loved North in Putnam. For memorial guestbook Pratt & Whitney. He enjoyed playing and Richard Laroche. East Connecticut and for many years visit www.GilmanAndValade.com. golf, bingo and volunteering with the Relatives and friends are invited to a placed the flags on veteran’s graves in Thompson Little League. He was a Mass of Christian Burial for Normand Pomfret for Memorial Day. member of the American Legion. at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, May 2, in In addition to his wife, Normand is St. Joseph Church, 18 Main St., N. survived by his grandchildren; Donna Grosvenordale. Burial will follow in St. Gloria L. Kaliszewski, 87 Faucher and her husband Michael, Joseph Cemetery. For memorial guest- Darlene Baker and her companion book visit www.GilmanAndValade. WEBSTER, Bourassa. She had lived in Worcester Robert Booth, and Kerri Price and her com. Mass. — Gloria and Oxford before moving to Webster husband John; great-grandchildren, L. (Bourassa) in 1978. Kaliszewski, 87, for- Mrs. Kaliszewski was an assem- merly of Webster, bler at Greeting Card Company in died Wednesday, Webster and also at Shepard Envelope Patricia J. Meyers, 60 April 20, in Day Company in Worcester, retiring in Kimball Hospital, 2000. She then worked part-time in the THOMPSON — Landry and lived in the area all her Putnam, after an ill- laundry at Webster Manor. Patricia J. (Landry) life. Patricia worked in health care. ness. She was a communicant of Saint Meyers, 60, died She enjoyed playing pitch and pool and Her husband of 36 years, Frank R. Louis Church and a member of the Monday, April 18, belonged to the APA. “Sleepy” Kaliszewski, died in 2014. St. Louis League of Catholic Women. at the University There are no calling hours. A She leaves three children, Susan M. She was a volunteer at the church’s of Massachusetts Celebration of Life will be held on Desrosiers and her husband John of annual festivals. She enjoyed trips to Memorial Healthcare Saturday, May 7, at 1 p.m. in the Valley North Oxford, Robert L. Anderson and Foxwoods and loved to read. Center, Worcester. Springs Sportsmen Club, Thompson. his wife Linda of Oxford, and Diane The funeral will be held Monday, She was the wife In lieu of flowers donations may be L. Sonos and her husband Charles May 2, from Scanlon Funeral Service, of the late Howard made to the American Cancer Society. of Thompson, with whom she lived 38 East Main St., with a Mass at 11 a.m. Meyers, who died in 1987. The Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 since 2014; eight grandchildren; 20 in Saint Louis church, 14 Lake Street. She leaves a son, Joshua and his wife School St., Webster, has been entrust- great-grandchildren; two great-great- Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Lenka Meyer of Thompson; a daugh- ed with her arrangements. grandsons; a sister, Jean Battelle and Dudley. Visitation will be from 9 to ter, Kelly Meyer of Thompson; three A guest book is available at www. her husband Richard of Worcester; 10:15 a.m. Monday, May 2, before the brothers, Albert and John Landry shaw-majercik.com where you may nieces and nephews. Mass. Donations in her name may of Thompson, Matthew Landry of post a condolence or a memory. She was preceded in death by a sis- be made to Food Share, Inc., c/o Virginia; a sister, April Landry of Charitable donations may be made ter, Lorraine Ricard. United Church of Christ, 4 Church St., Thompson; four grandchildren and in Patricia’s memory to the following She was born in Worcester and Webster, MA 01570. one great-grandson. Additionally, organization: raised in Auburn, the oldest daugh- Visit www.scanlonfs.com. she is survived by her mother, Carol American Cancer Society ter of Arcade and Lillian (Latour) (Mount) Landry. http://www.cancer.org She was born in Norwich, Conn., 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 Russell Dexter Craig, 92 daughter of Carol and the late Paul Tel: 800-952-7430, ext. 4712

MOOSUP ‚Äì In addition, he loved Christopher J. Patnaude, 52 Russell Dexter Craig, camping, canoeing, 92, of Moosup, died and bowling, and PUTNAM — 2013. April 24 at Colonial had a real talent for Christopher J. Christopher was born in Putnam Rehabilitation wood carving and “Snakeman” and lived in Putnam all his life. He Center in Plainfield, wood working. He Patnaude, 52, died was known to many and affection- following a brief and Carolyn spent Saturday, April 16, ately referred to as “Snakeman” and illness. He was many hours working two days shy of his could often be seen carrying his snake born in Putnam on together on various 53rd birthday. Cannabis throughout the Town of November 15, 1923, a projects, almost all Christopher leaves Putnam. He was an avid outdoors- twin son of Lester and Grace (Sheldon) for the benefit of the United Methodist a son, Christopher man and was skilled in carpentry, Craig. He was predeceased by his Church in Moosup, where he was a J. Patnaude II of landscaping, masonry and demolition. twin brother Robert Douglas Craig member since 1938. Above all, he loved Stafford Springs; his father, Ralph R, Christopher had a firm belief in God of Moosup. He lived all of his life in his sports and his birds, spending Patnaude of Light House Point, Fla.; and a strong faith. Moosup, graduating from Plainfield many contented hours watching the a brother, Ralph R. Patnaude II of A Celebration of Life will be held at High School in 1941. He lettered in Red Sox or golf, while a wide variety Putnam and his companion Cindy the Putnam Elks Club, Edmond Street, basketball and track and field while in of birds visited his many bird feeders Phillips of Canterbury; two sisters, Putnam, on Friday, April 29, from 5 to high school, and won the Quinebaug outside his picture window. Lisa M. Gannetta and her husband 10 p.m. Valley State Track Championship Survivors include daugh- Michael Gannetta of Lisbon, Conn., In lieu of flowers, the family suggests in Pole Vaulting in 1941. He was a ter Virginia (Craig) Sampietro Laurie A. Patnaude of Putnam; two donations be made to any animal char- World War II Veteran of the United of Moosup, and her sons Scott aunts, Lillian Carbone of Stoughton, ity. Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 States Marine Corps, entering the Russell Sampietro of Bloomfield, and Jeannette Lespasio of Putnam; his School Street, Webster, is directing Corps in December of 1941, eventually and Marc Richard Sampietro of nieces and nephews, Andrew, Taylor, arrangements. attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. Moosup; daughter Christine (Craig) Brandi-Lee and Viki. A guest book for messages of condo- He saw action in the Pacific Theater Wrubel of Manchester, her husband He was predeceased by his mother, lence is available at www.shaw-majer- in the Consolidation of the Northern Dayson Wrubel, and their children Loretta (Jason) Patnaude on Aug. 28, cik.com. Solomons, Piva Yoke, and the Rabaul Christopher Wrubel of Manchester, Strikes. He earned ribbons and bronze Steven Bumpus of Simsbury, Devon stars, and was Honorably Discharged Wrubel of Wethersfield, Jennifer in November of 1945. While still in the Galbraith of Inman, South Carolina, Louella A. Drea, 74 service, he married Carolyn Louise and Corey Wrubel of Andover; son PUTNAM – Louella A. (Antonioli) Gilman and Valade Funeral Homes Beers of South Norwalk on April 20, Steven L. Craig, his wife Susan (Young) Drea, 74, of Woodstock Ave., died and Crematory. For memorial guest- 1945, who predeceased him. Following Craig and their son David Thatcher Sunday, April 10 in Matulaitis Nursing book visit www.GilmanAndValade. the war, he returned to Moosup, and Craig of Oneco; daughter Charlotte Home. She was the loving wife of the com. attended the former Putnam Trade Craig, her wife Margaret Bleichman, late Edward H. Drea, Jr. Born in New School, where he learned carpentry, of Brookline, Massachusetts, and , she was the daughter of the a trade he worked at until becom- their sons Jonah Rizzo-Bleichman of late Bruno and Ruth (Frink) Antonioli. ing employed by the Southern New Astoria, New York and Jacob Rizzo- Mrs. Drea was a school bus driver England Telephone Company in Bleichman of Portland, Oregon; and for the East Lyme Public Schools. She LEGALS 1951. He worked with Southern New son Peter William Craig and his wife enjoyed knitting, crocheting, antiques, TOWN OF WOODSTOCK England Telephone first as a lineman, October (Clarke) Craig of Kensington, oil painting and sculpting. She was a At the April 21, 2016 Regular Meeting, and later an installer, retiring in 1983 New Hampshire. In addition, he leaves very talented and creative person in the Planning & Zoning Commission after 31 years of service. many great- and great-great grandchil- many ways. approved the following request: 26 Cut- He used his carpentry skills to his dren, and numerous nieces and neph- Louella is survived by her son Daniel ler Hill Rd (Map 6391, Block 69, Lot 13) best advantage in the building of his ews. Drea of Jewett City; and her daughter Patricia Woehrman - Property is eligible own home, on Squaw Rock Road in There will be no calling hours, and Nichole Drea of Brooklyn. Services are for a free split. Moosup, where he moved his growing burial will be at the convenience of the private and have been entrusted to the Chair Dr. Jeff Gordon family during 1954. He lived in that family. In lieu of flowers, donations April 29, 2016 home for the rest of his life. in his memory can be made to the He was an avid golfer, teaching his Moosup United Methodist Church, 13 children and grandchildren the basics South Main St, Moosup, CT 06354. To Town of Eastford of the game, and played until well into leave an online condolence please visit his 80s, often more than once a week. tillinghastfh.com Planning Commission Notice of Public Hearing The Town of Eastford Planning Com- OBITUARIES are published at no charge. mission will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at the East- ford Town Office Building, Lower Level, E-mail notices to [email protected] or fax located at 16 Westford Road, Eastford, CT at 7:00pm regarding the following: Presentation of the Proposed Town them to (860) 928-5946. of Eastford Plan of Conservation and Development 2016-2026 Photos are welcome in JPEG format. Copies of this Proposed Plan of Con- servation and Development 2016-2026 are on file and available for review in the Town Clerk’s Office located at the Eastford Town Office Building, 16 Westford Road, Eastford, CT. All interested parties may appear and be heard. Written correspondence will be accepted. Dated at Eastford this 5th Day of April, 2016. Susan Welshman Recording Secretary April 29, 2016 May 6, 2016 B10 % Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, April 29, 2016 Villager Newspapers COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT “Shining a light on community events”

NOTICE: NECCOG Animal Services, bus tour, at Killingly Town Hall, offered Hale YMCA Youth and Family Center, Hall, rt 169, Canterbury, Table rental $15, 125 Putnam Pike in Dayville is by Killingly Conservation Commission 9 Technology Park Drive, Putnam, tent space $15, find us on facebook-www. discontinuing its monthly Pet Loss & Historical Society reservations required Contact: Amanda Kelly, 860-315-9622, facebook.com/fahscanterburyct Support Group. The group will no longer with name, phone and number attending HaleYMCA.org meet the first Wed. of each month. Please by Wed, April 27. Call 860-779-5311 or May 1, Sun., 3pm call 860-774-1253 if you have any email [email protected] April 30, Sat., 10-11am The Concert Choir of Northeastern CT questions. Lady Bug Tea Party at Killingly Public will present The Mass: Renaissance April 30, Sat., 11am Library for ages 3-6 and a caregiver. Come to Modern at Putnam Congregational April 29, Fri., 7pm (Viewing begins @ 9am) - KHS Project enjoy a cup of tea, a book and an activity! Church $15 adults, $5 under 18. For Dr. William R. Short will present his Graduation presents Annual Auction at Feel free to dress in ladybug colors or more info 860-821-0082 or Tickets@ lecture Viking Fighting Moves from the Gaudreau’s Auction Co., 21 Williamsville even wear some wings! Snacks and tea ConcertChoirNECT.org Sagas. This will take place at the Pomfret Road, Dayville. All proceeds to benefit provided! Let us know if your child has Historical Society’s Old Towne House. Dr. Project Graduation. any allergies. Register on website or call May 3, Tues., 12noon Short is a scholar, author, and manager of the Killingly Library at 860-779-5383. Devon Point Farm’s Patty Taylor presents Hurstwic, LLC Viking Combat Training. April 30, Sat., 9am to 2pm Devon Point Farm: Beyond Organic, Sponsored by Friends of Pomfret Library. Book Sale & Bake Sale, Sponsored by the April 30, Sat., 9-2pm at the Pomfret Historical Society’s Old Friends of the Canterbury Public Library. First Congregational Church of Pomfret Towne House. Patty will talk about their April 30, Sat., 5-7pm Sale opens at 8:30am for members, will hold a Craft & Bake Sale at the beyond organic farm. Brought to you by The Putnam Music Assoc. presents Community Room, 1 Municipal Pomfret Senior Center. Stop by and see Friends of Pomfret Library. Event is free their annual Italian Dinner Caberet at St Drive, Canterbury, just off Route 14. some wonderful items made by local with lunch included! Please register for Mary’s Church, Putnam. Dine in or out. Memberships available at the door, at artisans and bakers. All proceeds will go this event. Entertainment by PHS band & chorus. the Canterbury Library, or at: http:// to our Building for Eternity Campaign to Adults $10 (10 & up) / Seniors (60 & up) canterburylibrary.org/ help rebuild the church. May 5, Thurs. 6:30-8pm & Children (3-9 yrs) $6 Tickets available Thompson Public Library presents Art @ from any PHS music student or call April 30, Sat., 8:30-11am April 30, Sat., 7pm the Library, Reflections From a Lifetime 860.963-6905 ext 3803 Later Life Planning Program: Hospice, The Concert Choir of Northeastern by Magdalene Jourdan Reception. final wishes, get organized. Presenters: Connecticut will present The Mass: Art on view May 3 to May 25. www. April 30, Sat., 3-6pm Hospice/Palliative Care, Funeral Home & Renaissance to Modern at Putnam thompsonpubliclibrary.org 860-923-9779 YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day--activities for Crematory. At Westfield Congregational Congregational Church $15 adults, $5 (The meeting room may be unavailable at the families, cooking healthy snacks, chair Church, Killingly (the big white church under 18. For more info 860-821-0082 times due to other functions). massages, dance demonstrations, kids on the green) (handicap parking at rear [email protected] painting, sports demos, obstacle courses, of building) Registration recommended May 6, Fri., noon-8pm swimming, mountain bike demos, and for planning, but not necessary. Church April 30, Sat. 9am-3pm Knights of Columbus Council 2087 more! Plus Putnam Fire Department Office 860-774-8438 or office@ Annual Tori/ Open Air Market – a wide will hold a fish dinner in the Knights trucks to explore and the K9 Police Dog. westfielducc.org variety of vendors, including; Finnish and Hall at 1017 Riverside Drive, in North All are invited. American foods, Pulla, live music, crafts, Grosvenordale. The menu will consist of April 30, Sat., 3-6pm jellies, jams, maple syrup, homemade fish and chips ($10) and baked haddock April 30, Sat., 9 am Healthy Kids Day, Free Activities for the soups Creative Memories, Finnish ($11). 860-923-2967 or council2087@ Back Roads “Undiscovered Killingly” Family! Open to the Community, The Treasures, Tupperware, and MORE! Finn att.net.

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BASKETBALL Lawn Mower-Toro $100.00 (38) 4 ft. pcs. aluminum For more information call Dave at BACKBOARD AND HOOP Two years old Excellent guards, 16 end caps, (8 802-254-2244 $50 condition, Self-propelled TV ARMOIRE left, 8 right) Made for a Push button $150 Apply online today at www.lily.com/drive CALL 717-578-9492 OAK 5-in. gutter, includes $125.00 screws .Musket Brown Washer & Dryer Set FOUND HERE! Electric Guitar Asking $485 New $200 $50 (508)779-0595 010 FOR SALE 010 FOR SALE Bedroom set Solid Call 508-789-9708 Jewelry Safe Gardall 16” wide 23” tall $100 9ft ‘ Fisher Plow Maple wood twin Amp HANDICAPPED SCOOTER “NEW sandstone color SET METAL RAMPS $50 For sale... with 2 brand new batteries In real great condition. A 2 Beds, 5 Drawer Leather Couch 87” light rural mailbox $40.00 Dresser, Desk with OLD CHERRY DINING ALUMINUM FOLDING with newspaper shelf must see. $800 or B/O. Fax machine TABLE tan $25.00 attached shelf, chair. Can RAMP extends to cover 4x4 PRINTER’S ANTIQUE Call (860)753-1229 $20 $100 (508)949-1283 also be bunk beds with $800.00 wood post with steel DRAWERS ABS Exercise Lounge (508)826-9237 ladder. $400.00 10’x12’x8 TENT W/BOOT drive-in anchor, includes $30 $20.00 PER (508)764-8149 $50 LIFT CHAIR lettering, instructions. ELECTRIC WHEEL Light Blue Biomaster Treadmill $25 Complete $69. 2 LG. WOODEN STORAGE BLUE BIRD BOXES CHAIR RASCAL OLD WESTERN SADDLE $275.00 Get your boxes ready $50 (860)-928-2046; CONTAINERS 85” Harley Davidson $350.00 now for Early Spring! CANADIAN PINE HUTCH leave phone number $50.00 Sportster 1000cc Rebuilt 3 PUMP JACKS if no answer. $5 Each $225.00 Lawn/Garden Tractor Motor $25 Woodstock TRUCK RACK FOR White Rider, New Patio Set-3 Piece, 2002 COMPUTER Nuwave Induction (860)481-9003 WHEEL CHAIR (860)933-3828 14 cu. ft. 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Snow Blower Cub Cadet $60.00 5 Stools Asking $7000 OBO Gold Framed Wall YTH24V48LS, 24hrs, Brand BEST OFFER 945 SWE Snowblower $75.00 Each Leave message New, 24hp Briggs, Hydro, FOR SALE Mirror 29x41”$50.00 508-278-3973 13 hp Tecumseh OHV, END TABLE W/ TWO 860-774-6507 Fabricated Deck, Two matching love seats beds DRAWERS Refrigerator Photos upon request Bagger/Blower, 48in Deck. 45 in width trigger Carpet Cleaner- Hoover W/twin mattresses Mirror 36” x30” $50 $50.00 $150.00 Call (508)892-1679 $3400.00 controlled steering, New $100.00 Like new and solid (508)347-3775 6 forward, 2 reverse, Slot machine Burgundy, green leaf pattern on Peachtree Forge OLD END TABLE Two glass table tops Golf Clubs Hardly used! $150.00 cream fabric Items for sale top mount round $30.00 $50.00-each Men’s Wilson set $50 $1900 Call (508)885-3096 $200.00 each Sofa & chair vanity sink Both $350.00 Women’s Nancy Lopez set $50 Dishes New and Old. antique wood trim $500. black with black high White Outdoor CALL 860-928-2046 end fixtures $250 Products (508)885-3136 7-ft Slate pool table 774-452-3514 Bedoom Set-Pine 9am-5pm Small antique rocker SnowBoss 1050 (860)888-5207 accessories $200 (6 Piece) & cane seat chair Hollywood style 6 bulb Snowblower, 10hp Queen bed, triple dresser FULL LENGTH MINK Tires and Rims 2 Dorm refrigerators Cherry sideboard ea $75. light fixture $100 Tecumseh two stage Mirror,Bureau,Night COAL STOVE-HARMOND COAT with blower. + Microwaves 30 in width, electric 5 of ea. stand. 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Thank You, South Worcester County! You have trusted us for 55 years Established in April 1961, Soper Construction has evolved into a multi-faceted organization capable of large projects as well as the more modest ventures of a home or property owner. Quality, consistency and trust are the values that matter to us, and they are the values that are at the heart of our work.

More than 1,000 homeowners in our area have invested their trust in “Buddy” Soper — Buddy Soper, left, excavation contractor at now partnered with his son Stephen — and it’s been a great investment. Contact Soper the groundbreaking for a 1975 addition at Construction this year for any and all steps in residential/commercial construction or J.I. Morris Company in Southbridge. improvement: • Land Clearing & Site Development • Water & Sewer Tie-ins • Home & Multi-unit Construction • Septic Systems • Underground Utilities • Garage, Porch and Home Additions • Excavation & Foundation Work • Driveways & Parking Lots

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