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KILLINGLY — On Monday, April 22, at approximately 9:45 p.m. members of the Connecticut State Police Troop D – Quality of Life Task Force Courtesy photos were assigned Keith Quinones to assist the Connecticut Department of Corrections – Parole Division with a compliance check on Keith “Silk” Quinones. Quinones, 34, lives at 261 Coomer Hill Road in Killingly. When parole officers entered the house, a large bag of crack cocaine was spotted, in plain Charlie Lentz photo view, on top of a cabinet. A further DAYVILLE — Woodstock Academy’s Hannah Burgess gets set to tag out Killingly check of Quinones’s room turned up High’s Karly Seiffert at second base on Tuesday, April 23, at Killingly High. High a digital scale, packaging materials school sports coverage begins on page B-1 of The Villager sports section. and a cell phone. The crack cocaine weighed approximately 100 grams. Parole turned all items of evidence over to members of the Quality of Life Task Force where it was entered into evidence at Troop D. QLTF Troopers placed Quinones under arrest and Seized cracked cocaine A real package deal transported him back to Troop D where he was processed and charged with Members of the Connecticut State possession of narcotics, Possession of AMELIA MCDADE narcotics with intent to sell, and oper- Police are committed to combating FOR THE VILLAGER ating a drug factory. Quinones was drug activity in the “Quiet Corner” released on a $50,000 non/surety bond and anyone with information regard- PUTNAM — On any given day there and turned over to Parole Officers who ing the illegal sale of narcotics and /or are over 4,000 kids in foster care in the remanded him back into the custo- synthetic marijuana are encouraged state of Connecticut. What happens to dy of the Department of Corrections. to call the Troop D QLTF anonymous college-aged kids that never get adopt- Quinones is scheduled to appear in Tips Hotline at (860) 779-4950 or mes- ed? What kind of support systems do Danielson Superior Court on May 15 sage the QLTF Facebook page. they have in place? These questions for the charges. aren’t asked every day but it was a set of questions that crossed Kassie Prather’s mind. The next question she asked herself is what could she do to help? FIRST VISIT WITH EASTER BUNNY Kassie decided that with the support of her church that helping even just a few students was possible. She researched the issue, contacting the Connecticut Department of Children and Families. “After reaching out to the main office in Hartford and explaining our hopes for the project, we were con- nected with a local DCF branch to get Amelia McDade photo the ball rolling. They chose schools Kassie Prather with care packages. with whom they wanted to strengthen existing support on campus for foster this love, to show those without fami- youth,” Prather said. lies that there is a home for them in the Prather then asked members of her heart of God,” said Prather. “College is church, Green Valley Crossing in a particularly emotional season, and Putnam, to sign up to make care pack- watching their friends receive finals ages for the college students. Forty- week care packages from home is just five students were assigned volunteers one more reminder of their solo sta- willing to make packages. Families tus. We’re speaking into that tender were given information such as the place in a practical way that affirms major, gender, year, and hobbies of the worth of each student, to let them their assigned child. know that they’re seen and wanted.” Working to meet their deadline goal Building upon their hugely success- of April 21 members got really creative ful trial run, Kassie hopes to make with their care packages. Some of the this a regular rhythm at Green Valley care packages were contained in boxes, in the future. She is extremely grate- while others used bags or laundry ful for the efforts of the volunteers baskets. Each package was uniquely and the kindness that has been shown stuffed with snacks, gift cards, games, by so many people in and around and a variety of goods depending on the community at her congregation. the information provided. Prather hopes that by spreading the Green Valley Crossing has been the word, she could potentially gain more only church in the state of Connecticut volunteers, which would allow the pro- to partner up with DCF on such a program to expand and help more stu- gram. dents know that they are truly cared Karen Butera photo “DCF works with the people Jesus about. She also hopes that everyone enjoys the packages and does extreme- BROOKLYN — The Easter Bunny greets Evelyn Ploof right before an Easter egg hunt on runs toward: the lonely, the over- April 20 at Brooklyn Middle School. looked, the outsiders, the functional ly well on their final exams. orphans. Christians are called to echo Sweet victory

Olivia Richman photo DAYVILLE — These winning cupcakes were prepared by Woodstock Academy students and were judged the best design in a competition at Killingly High School on April 11. More photos on page 10.

“We love decorating,” said Sarah Stevens and Tessa Gould, of KHS. A2 • Friday, April 26, 2019 Villager Newspapers Brooklyn breakfast with Easter Bunny and egg hunt BROOKLYN — Brooklyn celebrat- ed Easter for residents on April 20 at Brooklyn Middle School. The day started off with a delicious breakfast cooked by The Danielson Lions. “Mr. Magic”, Rich Rothstein of Norwich presented a magic act. The Easter Bunny was on hand for photos. Ferdinand the 9-year- old African Land Tortoise made a guest appearance, with the morning finishing up with an Easter egg hunt.

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PUTNAM — Volunteers are WOODSTOCK — The Valley. From 8 a.m. until tion of road that needs asked to help the Putnam com- Woodstock Recreation noon stop by Roseland to be cleaned up. The munity for the Putnam Earth Department and Park to pick up gloves, rain date for this event Day Cleanup and Beautification Woodstock Conservation trash grabbers, trash is May 11. Filled trash Project on Saturday, April 27, Commission host a bags, a safety vest, and bags can be left at an at Rotary Park. Volunteers will town-wide clean up on enjoy a donut and coffee intersection to be picked work with others around the Saturday, April 27. This or hot chocolate. up by the Woodstock globe to raise awareness and program is funded in Participants can clean Department of Public clean up plastic and other debris part through a grant a road they’d like to work Works on April 29. in Putnam’s parks and river from The Last Green on, or be assigned a sec- ways. The Putnam Business Association has joined with the Greater Putnam Interfaith Council to clean up the river trail Killingly cleanup day and downtown areas, as well as plant trees in Rotary Park, and sow milkweed seeds along the river bank in hopes of attracting set for May 5 butterflies and bees. The PBA will provide snacks KILLINGLY — On Sunday, May fect opportunity for those who need and serve lunch. Participants can 5, from noon to 2 p.m., everyone is volunteer hours for school. Those inter- form teams to try to win the Best The cleanup begins at 9 a.m. and pro- invited to join The Killingly Business ested should meet up a with the crew for Cleanup Team award. Putnam’s Earth ceeds until 11 a.m. Lunch is scheduled Association & The Beautification a downtown cleanup. For more infor- Day commemoration on April 27 is from 11 a.m. to noon. The rain date is Committee for its Spring Clean Up mation contact Rena Masson at her scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to noon at May 4. Funding is provided in part by Event. Bring your rake and meet at businesss, Tunk City Revival. Rotary Park. From 8:30 to 9 a.m., vol- The Last Green Valley and the Town Tunk City Revival, located at 100 Main unteers will gather for assignments. of Putnam. Street in downtown Danielson. A per-

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THOMPSON — American Legion Post 67 sponsored a pasta dinner on Saturday, April 20, to raise money for the Tri-Town American Legion baseball program at the Post home in North Grosvenordale. More than 125 people attended. According to Post officials the dinner will turn over $750 to the program from the proceeds. From left, Senior Division coach Jason Akana, Committee finance officer Everett Shepard, John Heath of Post 67, Ron Coderre, baseball executive committee chairman, Adrien Lapalme of Post 67, Mike Merrill, Committee executive officer and Junior Division coaches Brian Murphy and Lee Blanchette.

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POMFRET — Pomfret Boy Scout Troop 26 teamed up with the Pomfret Green Team and Pomfret citizents to help tackle the town-wide roadside cleanup last Saturday, April 20. Four Boy Scouts along with several leaders cleaned up trash along Harrisville Road in Pomfret. Despite some rainy conditions, even some downpours, the boys got the job done. They were drenched in the end but Harrisville Road was a lot cleaner.

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BY CAROL DAVIDGE Barlow, Jr., who says there are “A Town wide Clean Up Day FOR THE VILLAGER at least five great reasons to is one of many ways to cele- turn out at participate at your brate Earth Day. In our love- EASTFORD — Eastford resi- own level: “(1) It will be fun. All ly town of Eastford, people roll dents are invited to a town-wide participants last year said they up their sleeves to show they cleanup day on Sunday, April 28, enjoyed the event; (2) It’s good care about their community, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. The day exercise -you choose how much one of several times when our will start with lunch and meet-up you want to do from taking short townspeople pitch in for a good at 12:30 p.m. at the Community treks to up to 3 miles; (3) It’s a cause. We appreciate The Last Room of the Congregational great opportunity to talk with Green Valley for their support Church, 8 Church Road. neighbors or make new friends; in our efforts,” said Dubois. Teams will form and return at (4) You’ll enjoy a delicious free 3:30 p.m. for ice cream. Sponsors lunch to enjoy with your neigh- are Town of Eastford, The Last bors; and (5) The result will be Green Valley, and the Eastford more beautiful roadways to Carol Davidge photo Baptist and Congregational enjoy.” Eastford’s cleanup day was dis- Churches. For information or During a recent meet-up to cussed during a recent meet-up to let the leaders know you’re plan the day, Barlow was joined including, from left, First Selectman coming call (860) 974-0294 or (860) by First Selectman Jacqueline Jacqueline Dubois, Herman Barlow, 974-1414. Rain date is May 5. Dubois and Congregational Jr., and Congregational Church Cleanup Leader is Herman Church Pastor Mike Moran. Pastor Mike Moran.

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*Menu subject to change without notice. Tri-Town American Legion Book club in Thompson BY OLIVIA RICHMAN had actually worked at a place in preps for upcoming season NEWS STAFF WRITER Massachusetts that made the paper this fake money ended up being printed on,” PUTNAM — Although fields and numerous other prior to the start of the THOMPSON — As part of a wellness said Baublitz. “He shared his experienc- the American Legion incidentals. The program season, which is expected program implemented by the Town Hall es with us.” baseball season is approx- is sponsored by Post 13 of to begom around June 11. town employees now have the opportu- While the book was a murder mys- imately two months down Putnam, Post 67 of North The Senior team plays its nity to join an exclusive book club at tery, the counterfeiting discussion was the road, the Tri-Town Grosvenordale and Post games at the Tourtellotte Thompson Public Library. The book quite interesting and the members felt program and its executive 111 of Woodstock. In addi- Memorial High’s baseball club currently meets every other month, like they learned a lot. Not only about committee is diligently tion to financial support field while the Junior a way for town employees to relax, chat, the book, but about each other. preparing for the upcom- from each Post, many teams play at Woodstock and have fun outside of work. “Washington Black” is the next book ing season. Legionnaires support the Academy’s Bentley “There’s a lot of sharing. People bring on the list. It’s historical fiction, anoth- Last year, Tri-Town program with individual Athletic Complex. in their suggestions,” said Reference er genre that the town employees enjoy. was the only program financial gifts. In addition to Coderre, Assistant Roberta Baublitz. “It’s just “I just love talking about books with in Connecticut to add a Coderre also noted members of the executive a really cool group of people that get other people who have the same love team to its organization. that during the 14 years committee include Joe together and talk about books.” of reading,” said Baublitz. “It’s always In addition to its Senior that he’s headed the pro- Lindley, Vice Chairman, While the book club’s meetings are an interesting group of people and we team, the program now gram many community Everett Shepard, finan- limited to within Thompson, they try to bounce ideas off each other. It just gives boasts two Junior teams. businesses, individuals cial officer, and Michael meet and chat at a new business every us an hour and a half to really relax Despite the fact that add- and organizations have Merrill, Executive Officer. meeting. It’s a way to support local busi- and talk about things that we love to do, ing a team increased the stepped forward in sup- Legionnaire Chuck Jones nesses and discover new spots in town. which is reading.” financial obligation of the port of the teams. represents Post #111, Mike “We feel it’s important to give back to While this book club is only for town committee, the member- The coaching staff is Santerre, Alan Joslin and our town,” said Baublitz. employees Baublitz said that the library ship was in unanimous preparing for tryouts, Dan Durand represent The first book they read was “The can help other people in town start their agreement that giving which will be conducted at Post #13 and John Heath Killing Floor,” by Lee Child. This was own book clubs. They have the ability to more young men between the Tourtellotte baseball and Stan Lesniewski a book that many town employees had get 10 to 15 copies of the same book, so the ages of 14 and 19 the complex at the conclusion represent Post #67. Ray suggested. Thrillers were on the top of everybody can read the same title. opportunity to play base- of the high school season Faucher, Mike Carignan many people’s lists. ball was worth the effort. on Sunday and Monday, and Barry Shead are com- According to Baublitz, they had quite Olivia Richman may be reached at According to Rod P. June 2 and 3, followed by munity representatives an unusual and informative discussion (860) 928-1818, ext. 112 or by e-mail at Coderre, chairman of the the parent/player meet- at-large. on counterfeiting, since that was one of [email protected] executive committee, it ing. Further details on Coderre noted that any- the topics in the book. takes $25,000 to put the the times of tryouts will one interested in support- “One of the members of the group program together each be released at a later date. ing the teams may do so season. The costs are TriTown plays in Zone by sending a donation attributed to uniforms VI and schedules are to TTALB, P.O. Box 123, Harmonies & Hops 2nd Annual KPRD and equipment, officials, currently being negotiat- Putnam, Ct., 06260-0123. Beer Festival Springtime care and maintenance of ed. They will be released May 11th - 1-4 pm Cornhole Commerce Avenue Tournament Killingly Spring SAVE Hosted by Black May 11th - 1-4 pm - Fest Pond Brews & KBA Commerce Avenue May 11th - 9 am THE KBA Harmonies & Davis Park Hops Beer Fest DATE serving area For these upcoming Next Killingly Business Association meeting 1st Thursday LOOKING FOR A HIGH-PAYING PART TIME JOB? 2019 Events of the month 7:45am at Killingly public Library. 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Healthy Hamburger or Cheeseburger WG Mozzarella Sticks EARLY RELEASE WG Cheese Pizza Crispy Breaded Chicken OR Dipping sauce OR OR Vanilla Yogurt-Muffin-Cheese Stick OR YOGURT & MUFFIN BAG LUNCH Ham/Cheese Sandwich Vanilla Yogurt-Muffin-Cheese Stick Sunbutter & Jelly Sandwich SPRING SURPRISE Oven Baked Potatoes WG Cookie ~ Cucumber Wheels WG Mac & Cheese Vanilla Yogurt-Muffin-Cheese Stick Baked Beans Mashed Potatoes ~ Sweet Peas 100% Juice Steamed Broccoli Baby Carrots Kids Day 100% Juice 100% Juice

Hot Dog w/ Roll WG Warm Pretzel ~ Cheesestick Taco Salad w/ Fixings & Chips WG Cheese Pizza Crispy Breaded Chicken OR Vanilla Yogurt Salsa, Sour Cream OR OR Vanilla Yogurt-Muffin-Cheese OR OR Ham/Cheese Sandwich Vanilla Yogurt-Muffin-Cheese Stick Turkey/Cheese Sandwich Vanilla Yogurt-Cereal-Cheese Stick Oven Baked Potatoes WG Cookie ~ Fresh Carrots WG Mac & Cheese Baked Beans Cucumber Wheels ~ Sweet Peas Garden Salad ~ Cucumber Wheels 100% Juice Steamed Broccoli 100% Juice SPRING SURPRISE

Hamburger or Cheeseburger WG Mozzarella Sticks WG Quesadilla WG Cheese Pizza Crispy Breaded Chicken OR Dipping sauce OR OR OR Vanilla Yogurt-Muffin-Cheese Stick OR Vanilla Yogurt-Cereal-Cheese Stick Ham/Cheese Sandwich Vanilla Yogurt-Muffin-Cheese Stick PUTNAM —To help families learn Sunbutter & Jelly Sandwich fun ways to stay physically and men- Oven Baked Potatoes Garden Salad ~ Cucumber Wheels WG Cookie ~ Fresh Carrots WG Mac & Cheese Baked Beans Mashed Potatoes~ Sweet Peas SPRING SURPRISE 100% Juice Steamed Broccoli tally active now and throughout the 100% Juice summer, the Hale YMCA Youth and

Family Center will be hosting a free Chicken Patty w/ Bun Pasta & Meatballs WG Cheese Pizza Crispy Breaded Chicken HOLIDAY OR WG Roll OR OR Healthy Kids Day from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Turkey/Cheese Sandwich OR Ham/Cheese Sandwich Vanilla Yogurt-Muffin-Cheese Stick on Saturday April 27. Vanilla Yogurt-Cereal-Cheese Stick Mashed Potatoes ~ Sweet Peas WG Cookie ~ Fresh Carrots WG Mac & Cheese The event is one of 1,900 free YMCA Juice Garden Salad ~ Cucumber Wheels 100% Juice Steamed Broccoli community events taking place across SPRING SURPRISE

the country, making it the nation’s largest health event for kids. In partnership DAILY CHOICES: Fresh Woodstock Orchard apples available daily and a variety of “Rainbow Colored” Fruit and Vegetables ORANGE JUICE- Available Tuesdays & Thursdays with more than 30 local health, youth MILK: 1% Low Fat White Milk, Fat Free Chocolate, Fat Free Strawberry, Lactaid and Soy available upon request ~ Milk & Juice $ .50 Cents without a meal purchase Track Meal account balances, Set up low E-Mail balance reminders! Deposit funds in students account any time! View Cafeteria purchases. and education organizations, the Hale Please call your school for details 860-923-9581 Ext 588 Lisa Durand or Email [email protected] event will feature activities that will get families moving and motivated to create a healthy home environment for the Daily Lunch Price $3.00 summer months. Activities include: MAY 2019 Reduced Priced Meal Children are prone to gain weight two Thompson Public Schools (Grade 5-12) $.40 to three times faster during summer months. This event brings together over 30 local organizations to arm families with tools for combatting summer inac-

tivity Buffalo Chicken Wrap Big Daddy Crispy Breaded Chicken The event includes: Water safe- w/ Cheese “Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza” OR ty activities in the pool with the Hale OR OR Managers Choice Managers Choice BLT Grinder YMCA aquatics team and local rescue WG Mac & Cheese teams. Free vision screenings by the Buttered Mixed Vegetables Seasoned Carrots Seasoned Broccoli

Killingly Quiet Corner Regional Lions Club. Games of Ga-ga with Camp Cutler EARLY RELEASE Meatball Grinder w/ Cheese Rodeo BBQ Cheeseburger Mozzarella Sticks ~ Dipping sauce (Peppers and Onions) Crispy Breaded Chicken counselors and a “Walkabout” of all OR OR Big Daddy Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza OR OR Managers Choice Cheeseburger Pasta Salad ~ Mixed Vegetables Turkey and Bacon Flat Bread Sandwich Managers Choice our camp facilities. Chair massages and OR spinal screenings from Back and Body Oven Baked Potatoes Mashed Potato Ham and Cheese Bulkie Seasoned Carrots WG Mac & Cheese Baked Beans Sweet Peas Seasoned Broccoli Chiropractic. Bounce house, face painting and more.

Kids will be given a passport to visit Hot Dog w/ Chili Chipotle Chicken Patty w/ Roll Taco Salad w/ chips Big Daddy Crispy Breaded Chicken each station and when complete, they OR OR Salsa & Sour Cream “Buffalo Chicken Pizza” OR Managers Choice Hot Dog OR OR Managers Choice will be entered into a raffle for free Managers Choice WG Calzone w/ Dipping sauce YMCA memberships, classes and gear. Oven Baked Potatoes Mashed Potato WG Mac & Cheese Baked Beans Sweet Peas Buttered Corn Seasoned Carrots Seasoned Broccoli “When a child is healthy, happy, and

supported they can make great things Chicken Fajita Wrap Big Daddy happen,” said Amanda Kelly, Executive Bacon Cheeseburger Mozzarella Sticks ~ Dipping sauce w/ Peppers & Onions “BBQ Chicken Pizza” Crispy Breaded Chicken Director of the Hale YMCA. “At the Y, OR OR Salsa Sour Cream OR OR Managers Choice Cheeseburger OR Siracha Chicken Salad Wrap Managers Choice we believe in the potential of all chil- Baked Potato Bar Oven Baked Potatoes Mashed Potato (chilli, cheese, bacon, sour cream) Seasoned Carrots WG Mac & Cheese dren, and we strive to help kids find that Baked Beans Sweet Peas Buttered Mixed Vegetables Seasoned Broccoli potential within themselves. A child’s

development is never on vacation and

Healthy Kids Day is a great opportunity Parmesan Chicken Patty w/ Roll Pasta & Meatballs Big Daddy Crispy Breaded Chicken HOLIDAY OR WG Roll “Buffalo Chicken Pizza” OR to educate families and motivate kids Cheeseburger or Hamburger OR OR Managers Choice to stay active in spirit, mind and body Managers Choice Italian Grinder Mashed Potato WG Mac & Cheese throughout the summer”. Sweet Peas Buttered Mixed Vegetables Seasoned Carrots Seasoned Broccoli For more information on Healthy Kids DAILY CHOICES: Assorted Sandwiches: Turkey, Ham, PB&J, Yogurt Parfait Meal, Assorted Salads w/Muffin- Variety of “Rainbow Colored” Fruits and Vegetables Day, visit www.haleymca.org or call – MILK CHOICES: Fat Free Chocolate, LF1% White, and Fat Free Strawberry, Lactaid/Soy available upon request ORANGE JUICE Available Mondays and Fridays (860) 315-9622. Track Meal account balances, Set up low E-Mail balance reminders! Deposit funds in students account any time! View Cafeteria purchases. Milk & Juice $ .50 Cents without a meal purchase Please call your school for details 860-923-9581 ext 588 Lisa Durand or Email Ldurand@thompsonpublicschools

Eastford talk on dangers of plastics

EASTFORD —Sena Wazer Town Office Building’s lower Wazer learned about the people learn how to reduce tal organizations), organizes will bring “A Plastic Ocean”, level, accessible from the Cetacean Society International, plastic consumption in the public outreach events, makes a free workshop, to Eastford on Eastford Elementary School an all-volunteer organization hope of reducing plastics in public service announce- May 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the Eastford Parking Lot, 12 Westford Road. based in West Hartford and our oceans. ments, does fundraising, and with guidance from CSI she Over the past 10 years, with has worked as an educator on began teaching other young the help of her father and moth- a whale watching boat in her nature lovers about the plight er Raluca Mocanu, Wazer has efforts on behalf of cetaceans of whales and other sea ani- traveled to the U.S. Capitol and the environment. In 2019 in mals that die after consuming to meet elected officials, her home town of Mansfield she plastic bags. Sena’s latest proj- became President of CSI’s helped pass a plastic bag ban. ect is “A Plastic Ocean,” an Youth Group, and Co-director She is finishing her last semes- interactive program to help of Communications for the ter at Manchester Community Sunrise CT hub, which is part College, after which she will of the larger Sunrise Movement transfer to UConn. that works to make climate The event is free and open Courtesy photo change an urgent priority to the public. For information From left, Sena Wazer, Ella Larsen across America. She interacts contact: (860) 341-2077 or visit Giangrave and Aiyana Wazer, advocat- with politicians, researchers the website www.townofeast- ed recently for a ban on plastic bags and NGO’s (non-governmen- ford.org.

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Telephone: (860) 928-1818 Fax: (860) 928-5946 from start www.villagernewspapers.com OPINIONOpinion and commentary from the Quiet Corner to finish LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Financial Churches Focus JIM ZAHANSKY Not a fan of Trump INVESTMENT matter ADVISER Have you noticed how neither Trump nor knew such orders would have broken various It was a shock to turn on the television his followers stay on point in any debate, dis- laws. So do such orders from Trump amount to footage of Notre-Dame de Paris in cussion or rant? This is typical of the Trump to attempting to break laws? Maybe the Each month, we have dis- flames. The iconic structure is a symbol world. Instead of trying to justify Trump’s Congress will have the fortitude to address cussed financial planning of France and is eminently familiar. It actions and lies, and to convince us he is wor- the issue at least to the extent of making them topics integral to any well-de- represents what we think of as historic, thy of being President (because they can’t), irrefutable issues in the next election. veloped financial plan. So sacred, and an expression of western they deflect the agenda to blaming someone Regarding the immigration issue, I do not far, we have discussed the civilization’s concepts of symmetry and else on a completely extraneous issue. advocate open borders. Indeed, it is legal importance of beginning beauty. It is attractive in its complexity This is a classic ploy to win an argument to exclude immigrants for various reasons. with the end in mind, tax with a dizzying mix of statues of saints, as put forth by Schopenhaur, whose 29th of But Trump rode to victory on excluding considerations for your gargoyles and human figures that draw 38 ways to win an argument states - “If you all immigrants and it is the major thing he financial plan, and unique us in to stories we may not know but find that you are being beaten, you can create continues to rant about. But to deport legit- challenges women may face feel are important. Watching it burn a diversion that is, you can suddenly begin imate applicants who are seeking asylum is when saving. Throughout brought a deep sense of alarm, because to talk of something else, as though it had against the law. First, the 14th Amendment April, as a part of Financial in addition to our feelings about Notre- bearing on the matter in dispose. This may contains the Equal Protection Clause which Literacy Month, we want to Dame, a number of churches in our area be done without presumption if the diversion was validated in a 1886 ruling which said talk about the basic princi- have burned as well. has some general bearing on the matter.” that Constitutional protections apply to all ples you should understand Archival footage of In other words, change the subject and persons, not just Citizens, who are within the in order attain financial free- the fire that destroyed baffle them with bullshit. I am tired of territorial jurisdiction of the United States. dom and be able to achieve the First Congregational Trumpettes refusing to directly face criticism Second, the Refugee Act of 1980 established your “Live Well” financial Church of Pomfret shows and challenge. the statutory right to seek asylum to all aliens life goals. an interview with then Considering what I’ll say next, I do not physically present within our land regardless Our Plan Well, Invest Fire Chief Derek May. want to see Trump impeached. It will do the of how they got onto our lands. This means Well, Live Well™ process is a The conflagration on country much more good to vote him out of that even if someone entered the US illegally, unique and strategic plan to December 7, 2013 began office because it would demonstrate the will they have a right to a hearing if they claim help guide you toward your accidentally while the of the electorate and not just a judicial pro- asylum. financial life goals from the 1850 edifice was being ceeding which would be perceived as merely It seems to me that Trump’s edict to whole- beginning to the end. Let’s renovated. It was a cold, NANCY WEISS a result of a witch hunt. sale deport all aliens is against the law. I’m map out the major consid- windy day and the old Not being a lawyer, I can’t comment on of the opinion that many who are trying erations and other import- wood went up in flames whether Mueller’s report justifies impeach- to enter the US are decent people trying to ant strategies for novice and quickly. In the tape, May speaks clearly ment, but several commentators have con- escape threat to life and limb and are looking experienced investors alike and unemotionally about the damage sidered the point of attempted obstruction to make a living. Think back to Ellis Island. at any stage in their life and the effort it took to put out the of justice. There are many issues where Indeed, there were bad people who slipped using our process. fire. Derek May’s professionalism was attempting to commit a crime is a crime through, but the vast majority worked, suf- Plan well: In the first similar to that of the lead fire fighter in itself, even if the crime were not carried out. fered, blended in and enhanced our Country. phase, it is important to Paris. Both men coordinated the work Consider such things as attempted murder or Just because the current immigrants are begin with the end in mind. of others in tight quarters. The scale attempted robbery. brown skinned, and not white, is not justifi- If you don’t know where you and the locations were different, but I The issue of attempted obstruction of jus- cation for Trump to ignore the law. want to go, then how can saw many similarities. tice apparently has not been adjudicated, but you get there? It is important The Thompson Congregational there might be some merit to it. Also consid- Stephen Etzel to understand first, what it Church on Thompson Hill suffered not er that many of Trump’s orders to his subor- Putnam is you want to achieve so one but two fires. The first in 1987 dam- dinates were never carried out because they you can develop a plan with aged the steeple, which was replaced. specific steps to achieve The second in December, 2016 burned them. Breaking down your the back of the building extensive- goals will make it clear on ly. Much like Notre-Dame where the what things you may need to famous towers stand and preserve the The world needs change or the trade-offs you most familiar image of the cathedral, the will need to make to accom- Thompson church looks largely intact plish those goals. on the front side. At this stage, it is criti- The Pomfret congregation under the more people like the ump cal to understand the emo- able leadership of Rev. Thomas Crum tional considerations as you rebuilt the church. A new building I first noticed him as he stood The managers on both sides develop a strategic financial stands on the footprint of the one that at the rear of his car, trunk open, begin pushing their kids to run, plan. For example, will you was destroyed and operates as a fully Positively slipping his chest protector over not walk to the plate. There is a be able to sleep at night with functioning church. The spire is differ- his head. He’s tall, slender and Speaking change in both dugouts. A sense a riskier strategy in order to ent. The materials are modern and the an athletic appearing African of importance. Purpose. achieve your goals sooner? lay out has changed, but there it stands American man. He had white GARY W. The ump looks down at the If not, then you may need to as its predecessor did when it was built hair and a white moustache. MOORE next batter and shakes his head, be comfortable with waiting in 1850. In an era when church atten- It made a striking appearance then looks at the manager. “Hey longer to achieve your goal dance overall is in decline and drawing against his dark skin. I’m guess- coach, don’t send these ball play- and investing more moder- from a few small communities, the new ing he was at least six feet five ers up here with their shoes ately. church is a bit of a miracle. inches tall and slender. Maybe sixty-five untied. Somebody is gonna get hurt!” The young investor is in Recently the Thompson church got a years old. Dignified. Deliberate. Purposeful. The boy seems frightened and just stares the best position to save and boost from a state grant that will pay half Our little family entourage headed toward down at his untied shoes. Frozen. invest. Their greatest asset the costs of a study to set the direction the baseball field, not giving the apparent The ump, three feet taller than the boy, is how much time they have for its restoration. Gifts from members umpire another thought. Caleb prepared for drops to a knee and ties the youngster’s over the long-term. The of the community and the congregation his little league game. At 8 years old, Caleb shoe. I can’t hear the conversation, but I see power of compound interest will add to the overall effort directed by is focused. Determined. Ready. He loves a smile spread across the young boy’s face will yield a much greater local resident, Avery Tillinghast, and baseball. as the ump stands up and pats him on his benefit to the investor who the church’s minister, Rev. Greg Gray. As both teams warm up, the old umpire head. starts early. To illustrate, a The local historical society is involved walked onto the field, looked at his watch That gesture … this giant of a man, stoop- $5,000-dollar investment at a and it looks as if the rebuilding process and bellowed. “It’s time. We gonna play ball ing down and tying an eight-year-olds shoes 7% interest rate will grow will ultimately be successful. or warm-up all night?” … then standing and patting him on the to over $85,000 in 42 years. If It may be a stretch to compare two New The two young teams casually move into head … told me everything I wanted to they waited 10 years to make England churches to Notre-Dame de place. know about him. that investment, it may only Paris, but there are similarities. France “We can play ball, or I can go home. It’s up The managers quickly began inspecting be worth $40,000 (assum- is committed to being a secular coun- to you.” The ump looks at both managers. their players. They seemed unsure what ing a 7% growth rate). This try and while historically Catholic, the It seemed to be the casualness that the ump to think about the umpire, but his spirit is investor loses over half of cathedral represented myriad things. finds irritating. contagious. The ump expects discipline and their potential earnings just I first heard the composer, Telemann, I see the managers and coaches glancing hustle. I said aloud to no one, “He’s teaching because they missed the first there when I spent a year in France. It at each other. They seem caught off guard them life-skills.” 10 years. was all I could do to stop gaping at my by his directness. This all took place at a little league game The lesson here is - care- surroundings and listen to the music. Before taking his place behind the plate, in Sierra Madre, California. My daugh- fully consider your priori- Everyone who has visited Paris has his he calls the coaches over and gives them ter and son-in-law live there with my two ties and life financial goals. or her own memory of first encounter- stern instructions. “Keep the kids in the grandsons. We try to visit four times a year The earlier you begin this ing Notre-Dame. dugout behind the fence. If you are not in and always during spring and fall baseball. process, the more likely you When I think of the services, weddings, a defensive position or up to bat, you’ll Both my grandsons, 6- and 8-years old play. will be able to take of advan- baptisms, concerts and funerals I’ve remain in the dugout. Get the dropped bats At this game I had the pleasure of meeting tage of the power of time and attended at the Pomfret and Thompson off the field, fast. I don’t want anyone trip- and watching Mr. Isreal “Dino“ Charles in compound interest. churches, I revel in the plainness, the ping or getting hurt. And I wanna see some action as umpire and a loving mentor to a Invest well: After you have simplicity of the lines, the quiet beauty hustle. I ain’t gonna hang around here all group of kids he has never met. developed a strategic plan, of wood, traditional moldings and the night.” After the game, I introduced myself and now comes the execution of feeling of rootedness and peace. The managers agree and walk back to complimented him. I asked why he volun- the strategy. In this stage, We know what it means to see church- their teams. teers. you should consider how es in flames. We can relate to the fire at I was surprised by his abrupt nature. “I love baseball and I want the kids to certain investments assist Notre-Dame de Paris. We know the chal- “These are kids,” I mumble. learn to respect each other and respect the you in accomplishing your lenge of rebuilding is great, but possible. The first eight-year-old batter cautiously game. What I try to teach them through goals in different ways. For Churches matter to us. approaches the plate. Head down. Shirt baseball are life skills they need on and off the pre-retiree, this stage is untucked. the field. Be on time. Hustle. Be prepared. important to clearly under- “You don’t walk up to this plate with Look sharp. Try hard and be the best you stand the goals and overall your shirt untucked. You hustle up to bat can be.” financial picture. This inves- Letters and you act like a ball player. Tuck in your I shook his hand and thanked him. I want- tor usually will be at their shirt.” ed to say more but the words didn’t come peak earning years in their The young man looks at the ump, then out, but now they are. As I walked away, the career, but they also have Policy back to his manager. phrases “thundering kindness and tough other factors to consider. “Don’t look at him,” the ump complains. love” kept sounding in my head. For example, they may have “It’s not his job to dress you. Now tuck in The world needs more people like Mr. children thinking about or Letters to the editor may be e-mailed that shirt and step up to the plate,” the ump Charles. He cares enough in his retirement enrolled in college. to [email protected] says, this time with a changed voice. Soft. to spend time on a hot, dusty baseball field During this time, we talk Please include your place of resi- Encouraging. Mentoring. to help the children of strangers learn valu- about how your resources dence and phone number for verifica- He is old school. A bit crotchety but in his able life skills. He has experience he wishes are being distributed and tion, not publication. Letters must be heart, I sense that he believes he’s protect- to share and does. I am grateful that my protecting your income, stay- received by noon on Tuesdays. ing a sacred tradition. There is no question grandson met and spent time with this man. ing on track with your goals, who is in control. The ump runs a very tight Mr. Charles wants the world to be a better and watching your invest- ship. place and volunteers his time to make it so. ments closely. Strategic The young ball player swings and seems I will probably never see him again, but wealth management is not surprised he made contact. He drops his bat, I will never forget my encounter with “the a static process. Life evolves looks at the ump who smiles and makes a ump,” Mr. Isreal “Dino” Charles. He is mak- and you need to be able to ‘shooing’ motion with his hands. The batter ing the world a better place, one baseball make adjustments to react to runs to first base. The ump nods his approv- game at a time. changes in the environment al towards first, as the next young boy walks or your own life. up to the plate. Gary W. Moore is a syndicated columnist, A well-developed portfo- The ump raises his hands and bellows. “I speaker and author. need some hustle here!” Turn To ZAHANSKY page A9 V illager Newspapers Friday, April 26, 2019 • A9 Life in the Quiet Corner during the Depression

This week I thought I would Stevens of North Windham “Dayville — The Tennis recall, Powdrell & Alexander again do newspaper tidbits. is in charge of cutting a fire Club held a meeting in had factories in Danielson (3 Some will just be little inter- lane through the Kentuck illingly the Congregational vestry including Connecticut Mills), esting items. Others will hope- woods in the northeastern K Friday evening. The follow- Attawaugan Ballouville, and fully jog your memories. Some section of town, one of the at 300 ing officers were re-elect- Pineville) (WCT 4/26/34). may cause you to reflect on worst areas through which ed: president, Jack Lodge; “Although very few people what life was like in Killingly this work is being carried vice-presidents, Walter have been aware of the fact, this and Northeastern Connecticut out, as the line to be followed Weeks, Mr. Ralph; treasurer, MARGARET community is entertaining the during the Depression years. is intersected by ledges and Norman Brearley; Secretary, First Lady of the Land, Mrs. I decided to use extracts from ravines. In spite of the obsta- WEAVER Ernest Barton” (WCT Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 1934 Windham County cles, excellent progress is 4/19/34). Does anyone know who has been a guest yester- Transcripts, which were tran- being made, the crew pro- anything about this club? If day and today at the home of scribed by Marilyn Labbe. gressing from 900 to 1,000 the Depression, please share so, please email me or call Mr. and Mrs. Warren Baldwin “Danielson continued feet each working day”(WCT the memories. It’s a topic that the Killingly Historical and in Pineville. Mrs. Roosevelt during 1933 to be a Gretna 2/15/34). The February 22 I should pursue in greater Genealogical Center. was in Danielson Wednesday Green for nearby cities and issue of the Transcript specu- depth. “In order to meet competi- afternoon on a shopping tour towns in Massachusetts and lated about the continuation Have you ever seen an octo- tion and secure more advan- with Mrs. Baldwin”(WCT Rhode Island, as well as many of the project. “Great changes pus? One provided late winter tageous distribution of prod- 5/3/34). couples from more distant are to be made in the CWA pro- entertainment in 1934. “Giant ucts, Powdrell & Alexander , Mark Your Calendars: The points, almost one-half of the gram commencing tomorrow, Octopus to be on display next Inc., has found it necessary to next program of the Killingly marriage ceremonies recorded but just what effect these will week at 42 ½ Main Street. greatly reduce production of Historical & Genealogical by Register Frank T. Preston have on the local projects is Captain Larose is in charge its curtain department here, Society will be “The Life and as having been performed in not yet known by Selectman and gives (a) very interesting shifting the work to branch Legacy of Prudence Crandall Killingly having been of the Charles A. Tillinghast, admin- lecture in both French and plants. Orders have been post- — a Story that Still Inspires” elopement variety” (WCT istrator for Killingly. Forestry English on the physical make- ed advising employees in this Saturday, May 4, at Westfield 1/18/1934). projects are to be abandoned up and habits of this creature” department to seek positions Congregational Church, 210 “Loss of taxes and inhabi- in many places, which may or (WCT 3/8/34). elsewhere, as it is expected Main Street, Danielson from tants is threatened to Killingly may not mean the discontinua- “Octopus A Sensation! They that the cut will throw out of 1:30 to 3 p.m. Presenters will if the report is correct that ter- tion of all fire lane work in this came! They saw! They mar- work approximately seven- be Kazimiera Kozlowski and ritory which has been consid- town along the Rhode Island veled! People Thrilled by Giant ty-five percent of those now Kendall Smith. The program ered for many years as belong- border.” Octopus! Those who attended on the payrolls. None of the is free and open to the public. ing to this town really lies in “The Civil Works program, the first three days’ showing departments, other than the Refreshments will be served. Rhode Island. Engineers who characterized as an expedient of the giant octopus now on curtain making, housed in the For additional information have been surveying for a fire to carry four millions of unem- exhibition at 41 ½ Main Street six plants of the company in contact the Killingly Historical lane are said to have found a ployed through the winter, is marveled at the sight of this Killingly will be affected by the & Genealogical Society at (860) discrepancy of about 800 feet now expected to end March monster of the deep. Many change, as it is anticipated that 779-7250. in the state line, a difference 30, instead of one month later. people had read about this evil there will be sufficient mar- which would give to Glocester, Killingly’s quota on local proj- looking creature and the deeds ket for the entire output of the Margaret M. Weaver Killingly R.I. quite a slice of land ects, cut this week from 158 to it is capable of but few had ever local mills. The curtain depart- Municipal Historian. Thanks always thought to have been 79 men, will be further reduced seen one in reality…We know ment has employed as many as to Marilyn Labbe for doing Killingly. This area is located by eight next week. In addi- that these creatures are very 750 people, mostly girls and the extracts of the Wiindham in the northeastern corner of tion, this town has lost forty active and very dangerous women, with a payroll run- County Transcript. For addi- the town. According to Civil on fire land work and twen- foes. We know that to encoun- ning into thousands of dollars tional information email her at Engineer William K. Pike, the ty on gypsy moth crews, state ter an octopus means almost weekly. It has produced over [email protected] original line was run about projects which have been dis- certain death to anyone it 200,000 pairs of finished cur- or visit the Killingly Historical 1728 and, with a few changes, it continued. Wages here, while attacks. An octopus weighing tains a week at the peak of & Genealogical Center Wed. has stood as then laid out over not yet approved by the state only ten pounds is complete production. For several years or Sat. 10-4 or www.killing- two centuries…the line has administrator, are expected to master of man in the water. the company has followed a lyhistorical.org. or call (860) been run over on numerous be eighty cents an hour for This exhibition is to remain policy of establishing branches 779-7250. Like us at Facebook occasions and it seems a pecu- painter and carpenters and here three more days. Private at strategic points throughout at www.facebook.com/kill- liar thing that the discrepancy fifty cents an hour for labor- lectures can be arranged by the country in order to keep inglyhistoricalsociety. Mail — if there is one — should ers. Skilled workers have been consulting with Captain Ross. in closer contact with the mar- for the Killingly Historical & not have been discovered until receiving $1.20 and laborers 10 cents admission” (I notice kets and much of the work Genealogical Society, Inc. or now…” (WCT 28/34). More on fifty cents” (WCT 3/8/1934). two different names given in which has been done here will the Killingly Historical and the fire lane appeared in the If your family has passed on connection with the exhibi- be transferred to these facto- Genealogical Center should be following week’s issue. “Fire stories about how they saved tion but have copied them as ries” (For those of you who are sent to PO Box 265, Danielson, Lane Progress---Wilbur S. money and survived during extracted). (WCT 3/15/34). new to the area or too young to Ct. 06329. QVCC Baugstock Music Festival on tap DANIELSON — The annual always brings the party and rocking Baugstock Music Festival continues favorites. 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DAYVILLE — Killingly High School hosted its second Cupcake War on April 11. Family Consumer Science Teacher Janet McDonald invited Woodstock Academy’s baking and pastry class, led by Emily Nester, to face off in a colorful cupcake decorating competition, judged by local pastry chefs.

Olivia Richman photos

KHS students Kali Kenney, Sage Lamparelli, Kaia Torrente and Alyssa Rice working on spring- Logan Plante putting some finishing touches themed cupcakes. on his cupcake designs.

“I love that Killingly High School offers so many career pathways to our students,” Janet McDonald said. as;dlfkjas;ldkfja;lsdjkf

Above & Below: The judges announce the winners of the Cupcake War, and also give TOWN OF PUTNAM them some advice and tips. The judges show off the winning cupcake 2019 APRIL/MAY FLUSHING EVENT platter.

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WA students Zach Douglas and Blake Kollbeck work on a beach theme.

Judges from left: Amy Despatie (Soleil & Sons Bakery), Sam Miller (Victoria’s Station Cafe) and Penny Cholewa (Big Y Bakery). They judged the cupcakes on technique, creativity, and presentation.

Woodstock Academy students Reagan Stuyniski, Heather Conserve, and Hannah Ives said Olivia Cicarli, Isaiah Birch, and John D’amica said they are looking forward to eating the cup- that decorating is very fun and relaxing. cakes after the competition.

For their Fourth of July-themed cupcakes, Nathan LaFleur, Noah Russell, and Aaron Jackson create a flag on their platter.

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Charlie Lentz photo Ellis Tech’s Conner Tellier covers second base as Putnam High’s Jack Lomax steals in the second inning on April 18 in Danielson. Lomax was safe on the play.

BY CHARLIE LENTZ tory over Putnam High er.” Formiglio another reli- Golden Eagles are on dropped Putnam’s VILLAGER EDITOR on April 18 at Ellis Tech. Jacob Keefe knocked able starter. track as the season record to 0-9. Putnam DANIELSON — Ellis He slammed a three- a two-run double. Zach “Four or five pitchers nears its midpoint. is next scheduled play Tech’s Codi Beshaw can run homer deep over Vroman went 3-for- for us, we have a cou- “We’re happy about St. Bernard at Dodd do a little bit of every- the fence in right-center 4 with two RBIs and ple more guys who can our start. I think the Stadium in Norwich at thing. He pitches and field in the sixth inning, Connor Trahan rapped throw as well. I don’t past four games we real- 7 p.m. on Friday, April plays some first base knocked an RBI-double a run-scoring single. think we’re short in the ly killed the ball at the 26. Ellis Tech is next but coach Anthony to the fence in the fourth “Our philosophy here pitching department. plate,” Formiglio said. “I scheduled to play host to Formiglio sometimes inning, and finished is ‘We hit. We win.’ Our We try to take care of think moving forward, Cheney Tech on Friday, doesn’t know where 3-for-3 with a walk and guys know that. We everybody’s arms and looking at the teams that April 26. to pencil his hulking four RBIs. work on hitting quite a get through the sea- we’re playing. I think senior left-hander into “It was a career day bit,” Formiglio said. “If son as best we can,” we’ll do as well as last Charlie Lentz may be the lineup. Formiglio for him,” Formiglio said. you looked at the game Formiglio said. year as long as the guys reached at (860) 928-1818, decided to make Beshaw “We couldn’t have asked maybe we should work a The win against stay focused. Fourteen ext. 110, or by e-mail at his designated hitter for anything better out little less on hitting and Putnam lifted Ellis wins is what we’re look- charlie@villagernewspa- against Putnam High on of him.” more on fielding. We had Tech’s record to 5-1. ing for.” pers.com. April 18. Beshaw had plenty of a few errors today. But Formiglio said the The loss to Ellis Tech “Codi’s in a tough pre- company in Ellis Tech’s when everything clicks I dicament because Codi’s 12-hit attack against think we’re going to be a a 6-foot-4 lefty. If he’s not Putnam. Cameron good team.” pitching or playing first L’heureux, a freshman, Junior Blake base it’s a hard sell to went 3-for-3 includ- Deslauriers picked up put him anywhere else. ing a two-run homer. the win against Putnam He’s got a limited role on L’heureux has a lot of on April 18. Deslauriers the team where he can pop for a leadoff man. went six innings, struck play,” Formiglio said. “He gets on base a out six and walked none. “He did his job at the lot. He has good speed. He allowed seven hits plate today and that’s All-around he’s been and four runs. what we expect out of great for us so far,” said “Blake stays right him. Today we gave him Formiglio of L’heureux. around the zone, pitches the DH slot and he per- “We expect nothing but to contact, keeps the ball formed.” the best from him over down well, got a couple Beshaw, who bats the next four years. He’s pitches we’re looking to lefty, carried the Golden a smart baseball player. develop. He’s focused Eagles on his broad He knows the game. I and as the season moves shoulders in a 13-5 vic- think he’ll be our lead- on his arm gets stron- ger. He looks better and better,” Formiglio said. Trahan, a senior, and L’heureux, a freshman, have been stalwart on the mound for Ellis Tech early on. Deslauriers gives coach GET YOUR YARD READY FOR SPRING! J. Demers Fully Insured LANDSCAPE Commercial • Residential • Spring & Fall Clean-Ups • Mulching & Fertilization • Landscape Design • Walkways & Patios • Retaining Walls • Outdoor Fireplaces • Weekly Lawn Maintenance • Shrubs & Trees • Seeding/Sodding • Hand Pruning • De-thatching 508-864-8709 Charlie Lentz photo NOW ACCEPTING NEW CUSTOMERS Ellis Tech’s Blake Deslauriers pitches against Putnam High on April 18. Quality results & service are our #1 priority • Let us compete for your business! B2 % Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, April 26, 2019 High school roundup

WOODSTOCK 3, route to the win, tossing 105 KILLINGLY 2 pitches to get victory. DAYVILLE — Maia Corrado PLAINFIELD 6, went 3-for-4 with a triple to WOODSTOCK 5 help lift Woodstock Academy over host Killingly High 3-2 in WOODSTOCK —Kristen softball on Tuesday, April 23. Rider homered in the Panthers Heather Converse went 2-for-3 win over the Centaurs in soft- with one RBI, Hannah Burgess ball on April 18. Mackenzie finished 2-for-4, and Amanda Peters picked up the win Bond went 1-for-4 with one for Plainfield (5-3). Heather RBI for the Centaurs. Megan Converse had two hits and Preston picked up the com- two RBIs and Hannah Burgess plete-game win, striking out went 3-for-4 for the Centaurs one. The win lifted Woodstock’s (2-4). record to 3-4. The Centaurs KILLINGLY 12, are next scheduled to play at PLAINFIELD 6 Lyman Memorial on Saturday, April 27. The loss dropped the PLAINFIELD — Tyler Redgals record to 5-5. Killingly Cournoyer, Bo Yaworksi, and is next scheduled to play host Cole Levigne each went 2-for- to Plainfield at 11 a.m. at Owen 4 in the Redmen’s win over Bell Park on Saturday, April the host Panthers in baseball 27. on April 17. Plainfield’s Zak Knowlton and Kyle Holt each PLAINFIELD 11, went 2-for-4. TOURTELLOTTE 4 WOODSTOCK 12, PLAINFIELD — Tyler Charlie Lentz photo NFA 3 Ahearn struck out 10 over six innings to lead the host Killingly High’s Karly Seiffert dives safely back to first base as Woodstock Academy’s Hannah Chubbuck covers WOODSTOCK — Emma Panthers past the Tigers in the bag on Tuesday, April 23, at Killingly High School. Ciquera scored six goals with baseball on April 23. Cade an assist and Ivy Gelhaus added Wolak went 2-for-4 with Amanda Bogoslofski, Lauren WOODSTOCK 6, and one-third innings, strik- three goals and an assist in the three RBIs for Plainfield. For Ramos and Jolie Wilbur each SUFFIELD 1 ing out one and walking two. Centaurs (5-2, 1-1 ECC-Division Tourtellotte: Jack Merrill went notched one hit for Tourtellotte Tourtellotte’s Jack Merrill I) win on April 18 in girls 2-for-4 with two doubles and (4-4). SUFFIELD – Morgan Bassett, pitched five innings, struck out lacrosse. Julia Schad, Aislin two RBIs, Kaden Strom dou- Hannah Darigan and Adeline eight and walked four. Mason Tracey and Emma Redfield bled and drove home one run, FITCH 9, Smith all posted singles wins Barber pitched two and two- also scored for Woodstock. and Mason Barber doubled WOODSTOCK 8 for Woodstock in the girls ten- thirds innings for the Tigers, and had one RBI. Strom took nis win on April 23. striking out four and walking WOODSTOCK 11, WOODSTOCK – Guerin WESTBROOK 1 the loss, striking out one over Favreau, Seth Libby, and WATERFORD 6, two. Barber went 2-for-5 at three innings. Ethan Holcomb each scored KILLINGLY 1 the plate with one RBI. The MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — The two goals for the Centaurs (3-4, loss dropped Wheeler’s record Centaurs downed Westbrook, 0-3 ECC Division I) in the loss WATERFORD — The Lancers was 2-3 through five games. Maine, at the Cal Ripken WOODSTOCK 6, topped the Redgals in girls Tourtellotte was 3-4 through ELLIS TECH 1 to the Falcons in boys lacrosse Experience on April 15. Luke on April 23. James Deichler led tennis on April 23. In singles: seven games. The Tigers are Mathewson got the win, going DANIELSON – Eric Preston the Falcons (1-5, 1-2) with four Sabrina Berard (K) def. Hayley next scheduled to play host to six innings and striking out hit a solo homer and a two- goals. Wheeler (W) 6-4,6-2; Autumn Lyman Memorial at 4 p.m. on nine. Mathewson went 2-for-3 run homer to lead Woodstock Brothers (W) def. Alyssa Blade Friday, April 26. with a double and three RBIs. KILLINGLY 7, (K) 6-3,6-1; Alli Silva (W) def. (7-2) to the win in baseball on WINDHAM 6, Doug Newton and Jonathan April 23. Tommy Li got the PUTNAM 0 Isabel Tang (K) 6-2,7-5; Micky Smith each added two RBIs for Green (W) def. Madison PUTNAM 1 win, striking out six. Li went PUTNAM — The Redmen the Centaurs (6-2). In a second 3-for-3 at the plate with two Rattray (K) 6-1,6-2. In doubles: WILLIMANTIC — Putnam game on April 15, the Centaurs topped the Clippers in boys Angela Dielli/Jannatul Anika RBIs. Nate John went 2-for-4 golf at Connecticut National on High’s Colby Livingston went fell to Greenfield, N.C., 2-1. with one RBI for Woodstock. (W) def. Mackenzie Chatelle/ the distance and struck out 14 in Justin Holland knocked a two- April 23. Nolan Marcoux was Alison Levesque (K) 5-7,6-2,7- Cameron L’Heureux took the the top scorer with a 39, fol- the loss to the Whippets in base- out, run-scoring single in the loss, striking out one over 6(7-4); Jennifer LaBlanc/Kasey ball on April 17. Windham’s seventh to give Greenfield the lowed Jack Aitken and Chris Kirchhoff (W) def. Rebecca three innings. L’heureux went Lackner with matching scores record was 2-6 through eight win. Tommy Li took the loss, 1-for-3 and Jacob Keefe went Walker/Julia Purcell (K) games. The Clippers record going seven innings, striking of 40, and Luke Desaulnier 6-1,6-4; Nidhi Somireni/Nitya 1-for-4 with one RBI for the carded a 42 for Killingly. was 0-9 through nine games. out 11 and giving up three hits. Golden Eagles (6-2). Somireni (W) def. Taylyn The Clippers are next sched- Mathewson hit a sacrifice fly WOODSTOCK 5, NFA 2 Lemoine/Gianna Ormstead (K) uled to play St. Bernard at 7 for Woodstock. 6-1,6-2. p.m. on Friday, April 26, at The Centaurs fell 2-0 to Start PLAINFIELD 10, THOMPSON — Mason Dodd Stadium in Norwich. High School on April 17 at TOURTELLOTTE 0 Stewart was Woodstock’s med- TOURTELLOTTE 6, WHEELER 5 the Cal Ripken complex. Both alist with a 39 for the Centaurs Killingly 10, New London 5 runs were unearned. Jonathan THOMPSON — Kacee (2-1) at the Quinnatisset THOMPSON — The host DAYVILLE — Bo Yaworski Smith took the loss, striking Hirst struck out seven in the Country Club in the boys golf Tigers rallied for four runs in went 2-for-3 at the plate to help out four and giving up three Panthers victory over the win on April 23. Jake Starr the bottom of the ninth inning the Redmen defeat the Whalers hits over six innings. Eric Tigers in softball on April carded a 46, and Owen Borski to top the Lions in baseball on on April 18. Jacob Tarryk went Preston went 2-for-3 with a dou- 23. Kristen Rider, Mackenzie and Kyle Brennan both carded April 17. Dylan Vincent picked 1-for-2 for Killingly. Jacob ble for Woodstock. Peters, and Mackenzie Clubine 47’s for the Centaurs. each doubled for Plainfield (6-3). up the win in relief, going one Nurse went the distance en Bases on balls thwart Tourtellotte

scored two runs in the fifth with the benefit of an error and another walk to take a 5-3 lead. “Again, another winnable game where we kind of gave it away,” Blanchette said. Brady Monahan started for Tourtellotte and went two innings, striking out one, walking three, allowing one hit and two runs. Mason Barber took the loss after going two-plus innings, striking out one, walking two, allowing three hits and was charged with two runs. Ryan Barber went one-third of an inning for the Tigers, walking one and allowing one run. Devin Dalpe finished up for Tourtellotte, going one and two- thirds innings, striking out one, walking one, allowing one hit and one run. Killingly’s Cole Lavigne earned the win, striking out 10 over seven innings, walking two, allowing just two hits and three runs, one earned. Blanchette said the Tigers did not put the ball in play enough against Lavigne. “It’s funny, we faced Cole in middle school and he beat us both times back then. He’s a good pitcher. He hits his spots. He settled down. But we have to change our approach with two strikes. We have to be aggressive and just put the ball in play. We can’t go down swing- ing,” Blanchette said. “Too many strikeouts, we had almost 40 strikeouts in the last three games — try to throw your hands at the ball, get your hands out, we practiced yesterday on curveballs in the cage. It’s just a lot more reps. We faced some of the better pitchers and we hav- en’t been able to get the work out in the field. We’ve been battled tested early Charlie Lentz photo and I think it will help us in the end.” Tourtellotte’s Brady Monahan pitches against Killingly on April 19 in Dayville. Bo Yarworski went 2-for-3 with a run-scoring double and Chris Jax BY CHARLIE LENTZ to. We didn’t have good at-bats at the could when the game was on the line. smacked a RBI-double for Killingly. VILLAGER EDITOR plate to counteract that.” Hopefully it’s just a freak thing when The win lifted Killingly’s record to 5-4. DAYVILLE — Tourtellotte pitchers Tigers batters struck out 10 times. he hurt his arm,” said Blanchette of Killingly is next scheduled to play host issued seven walks to Killingly High Tourtellotte freshman reliever Mason Barber’s injury. “I think he’ll be alright. to East Lyme on Friday, April 26. The batters and all those free passes were Barber was charged with the loss — It might be just a cramp or a knot. Bad loss dropped Tourtellotte’s record to 3-4. costly in a 6-3 loss to the Redmen at Ben going two-plus innings, striking out time for it to happen. He’s one of our The Tigers are next scheduled to play Desaulnier Field on April 19. one, walking two, allowing three hits leaders on the team. So I think it kind host to Lyman Memorial at 4 p.m. on “We put guys on base that we and two runs. Barber had to leave the of affected the rest of the team. But Friday, April 26. shouldn’t have and we dug ourselves game with discomfort in his right elbow wind was a little bit of factor today. a hole,” said Tourtellotte coach Lee after walking Killingly’s leadoff batter We couldn’t make some plays when we Charlie Lentz may be reached at (860) Blanchette. “We made a few mistakes in the bottom of fifth inning and the needed to. The ball was kind of flying all 928-1818, ext. 110, or by e-mail at char- and gave up some runs we didn’t have score tied at 3-3. over the place.” [email protected]. “We didn’t make the pitches when we After Mason Barber’s exit Killingly Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, April 26, 2019 B3 Lavigne gets win in first start for Redmen

Charlie Lentz photo Killingly first baseman Jake Tarryk blocks a low throw to first base as Tourtellotte’s Steve Scrapchansky scrambles back to the bag on April 19.

that’s what it’s about — Killingly. tent with our fundamen- just throwing strikes and Tourtellotte reliev- tals and working hard, making plays.” er Mason Barber took fundamentally we’re get- Charlie Lentz photo Lavigne was in control the loss, going two-plus ting better,” Meadows Killingly High’s Cole Lavigne pitches against Tourtellotte in Dayville on April 19. over the final six innings. innings, striking out said. “We still have some “I think I settled down one, walking two, allow- mental mistakes that we once the game went on. ing three hits and two make but I think over- BY CHARLIE LENTZ and do our best,” Levigne pressure so he wasted no VILLAGER EDITOR Just keeping the ball low, runs. The loss dropped all as a group we’re get- said. “It kind of settled time making a trip to the pounding the strike zone, Tourtellotte’s record to ting better. We’re getting DAYVILLE — A lec- me down.” hill. just all the fundamentals 3-4. The Tigers are next smarter. In situation- ture from his coach after Meadows apparent- “It definitely was need- — and just, of course, my scheduled to play host al baseball it’s getting facing just three batters ly got his point across. ed. He was just anxious. team was behind me,” to Lyman Memorial at 4 better. It’s taken a long wasn’t the social inter- Lavigne buckled down You could tell it just Lavigne said. p.m. on Friday, April 26. time. The process has action Cole Lavigne was and so did Killingly. After wasn’t him. He looked Tied 3-3 going into the The win lifted been slow. But I think the hoping for in his first-ever surrendering two runs in a little bit tentative out bottom of the fifth inning, Killingly’s record to 5-4. group of kids we have, varsity start last Friday. the top of the first inning there. We were making Killingly scored two runs Killingly is next sched- they work together well, But after Killingly High’s Levigne went the dis- some mistakes like we’d in the fifth with the help uled to play host to East they get along. You’re sophomore right-hander tance — striking out 10 make if we Little League of a Tourtellotte error Lyme on Friday, April 26, seeing the progression issued a leadoff walk and over seven innings, walk- players out there. Just and a pair of walks to with the first pitch set for for each of them. It’s a the next two batters for ing two, allowing just two because we have adver- capture the lead for good. 4 p.m. at Ben Desaulnier positive. I’m enjoying it.” Tourtellotte Memorial hits and three runs, one sity we still have to relax The Redmen capped the Field. reached base on errors earned — en route to a 6-3 and get to the next pitch,” scoring on Bo Yaworski’s Coach Meadows tells Charlie Lentz may be — coach Todd Meadows victory over Tourtellotte Meadows said. “You run-scoring double in the his players to stay sharp reached at (860) 928-1818, made the slow walk to the in his first varsity start at could tell he was a lit- bottom of the sixth inning but play loose — he’ll ext. 110, or by e-mail at mound for a chat. Ben Desaulnier Field at tle amped up and a little to stretch the margin to continue that conversa- charlie@villagernewspa- “He told us to calm Owen Bell Park on April excited. Once we went 6-3. Yarworski went 2-for- tion as the season pro- pers.com. down and keep our com- 19. out there, we had our 3. Chris Jax smacked a gresses. posure, play like we can Coach Meadows sensed conversation, he settled run-scoring double for “We’re being consis- Lavigne was feeling some down, threw strikes. And Tourtellotte girls put together wins

Charlie Lentz photo Tourtellotte’s Amanda Bogoslofski beats a high throw to first base in the fourth inning as Ellis Tech’s Mackenzie Ruley covers the bag on April 18.

Faucher said. “But the girls triple and two RBIs. Steph Daly are working hard. They know 3-for-3 with a walk, a double, what’s at stake. We just have and two RBIs. Lauren Ramos to keep pushing each day to get went 1-for-2 with three walks better.” and two RBIs. Emily Angelo Senior right-hander Amanda went 2-for-4 with a walk and Bogoslofski picked up the win one RBI. Jolie Wilbur had a against Ellis Tech, going four run-scoring single. Brianna innings, striking out five, Loffredo went 1-for-2 with a walking three, allowing two double and two RBIs. hits and one run. Bogoslofski, The loss dropped Ellis Tech’s along with sophomore Lindsey record to 4-4. Ellis Tech is next Charlie Lentz photo Houghton, gives coach Faucher scheduled to play at Cheney Tourtellotte’s Amanda Bogoslofski pitches against Ellis Tech on April 18 in Thompson. a couple of options in the pitch- Tech on Friday, April 26. ing circle. Tourtellotte is next scheduled “They’re different types of to travel to Windham Tech on BY CHARLIE LENTZ capped a three-game winning The win over the Golden VILLAGER EDITOR pitchers. Lindsey moves the Saturday, April 27 — Faucher streak with a 22-7 win over Eagles raised Tourtellotte’s ball around more, has a cou- will likely let the Tigers know THOMPSON — After a 12-run Ellis Tech on April 18 to lift record to 4-3 — bringing it just ple more different pitches. it’s their biggest game of the loss to Parish Hill in the midst their record above .500. four wins shy from qualifying Amanda’s got some speed. It’s year. of three losses over four games “We’re playing close to our for the Class S state tourna- nice to have a different look “We keep moving in the right to open the season, Tourtellotte expectations. I was hoping we’d ment. Last season Tourtellotte that I can throw at times. So direction,” Faucher said. coach Paul Faucher told his have one more win by now. finished with a 7-13 record and going forward we’re going to Tigers to keep the faith. His The girls are playing hard. fell one win short of qualifying be mixing them up a little bit Charlie Lentz may be reached mantra is the biggest game of They’re starting to execute in for the state tourney. more,” Faucher said. at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by the year is the next one. The the field. The bats are coming “That’s our first goal, obvi- The Tigers had a big day at e-mail at charlie@villagernews- Tigers have apparently adopt- around. Pitching’s been solid,” ously, is making the states. the plate against Ellis Tech. papers.com. ed Faucher’s philosophy. They said Faucher, in his first sea- But by no means are we any- Bogoslofski went 2-for-5 with a son at the helm. where close to our final goal,” B4 % Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, April 26, 2019 Shorthanded Putnam facing uphill climb

BY CHARLIE LENTZ his team for staying positive solo homer in the top of the sev- “We’ve just got to work on L’heureux went 3-for-3 and VILLAGER EDITOR despite never having a big enth inning. John Carita 2-for- our pitching. Lomax is a soph- knocked a two run homer for PUTNAM — Putnam High’s home crowd to support them. 4 for Putnam. The Clippers omore. He hasn’t pitched since Ellis Tech. Codi Beshaw went baseball team doesn’t have a “It’s kind of tough because erupted for three runs in the Little League. He had a pret- 3-for-3 including an RBI-double diamond to practice on this we don’t have parents’ sup- top of the third inning against ty good performance today,” and a three-run homer for the season. Without a mound to port. We do have some parents Ellis Tech with the help of a Hehir said. Golden Eagles. Ellis Tech is develop pitchers and lacking showing up. The good thing is singles from Carita, Tanner Without a deep pitching staff next scheduled to play host to a batting cage for extensive we’re not playing that far away Clark, and a bunt single from Hehir has to count on his start- Cheney Tech on Friday, April batting practice it’s been a from Putnam but it’s still tough Jack Lomax. ers to go deep into a game. He 26. struggle for the Clippers as the to get on a bus and travel all the “We’re hitting. We’re play- can’t afford to use a bunch of All of the Clippers games season reaches its midpoint. time,” Hehir said. ing some small ball. We’re hurlers in one game. are on the road this season. With a team filled with under- Hehir said much work lies aggressive on the base paths,” “I think right now we’re Putnam is next scheduled to classmen it’s no surprise that ahead and there is plenty to Hehir said. averaging 160 pitches a game travel to Dodd Stadium in Putnam has endured a diffi- focus on. Clark took the loss against and that’s too many. We’ve got Norwich on April 26, where the cult start. The Clippers fell “Fielding — just outfielding Ellis Tech. Clark went one- minimize some walks and I Clippers will face St. Bernard to Ellis Tech 13-5 on April 18 — getting some strong arms plus inning, allowed six hits, think we’ll be alright,” Hehir with the first pitch scheduled in Danielson for their ninth- out there. We have to work on walked three, and gave up said. for 7 p.m. straight loss to open the season. fielding and pitching,” Hehir seven runs. Lomax finished Blake Deslauriers got the Putnam’s home baseball field said. up on the mound and went win for Ellis Tech (5-1 through Charlie Lentz may be reached at Murphy Park is unplayable Against Ellis Tech, senior five innings, striking out four, six games). Deslauriers struck at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by this season and the Clippers Cole Davagian was one of the walking three, allowing six out six and walked none over e-mail at charlie@villagernews- have played all their games bright spots at the plate for the hits and six runs. Putnam has six innings, allowing seven papers.com. on the road. Coach credited Clippers. Davagian rapped a only five pitchers on its staff. hits and four runs. Cameron

Charlie Lentz photo Charlie Lentz photo Putnam High’s Tanner Clark pitches against Ellis Tech on April 18. Putnam High’s Jack Rindge covers second base as Ellis Tech’s Cameron L’heureux steals in the third inning in Danielson on April 18. L’heureux was safe on the play. Bad break for Ellis Tech softball

Charlie Lentz photo Ellis Tech’s Sydney Nault attempts to score in the third inning as Tourtellotte catcher Steph Daly covers home plate on April 18 in Thompson. Nault was tagged out.

BY CHARLIE LENTZ Nault, Mackenzie Dickinson, Murray asks all her players VILLAGER EDITOR and Jordan Daoust) with game- to be multidimensional. The ly competing but is well aware coach chose to look at the situ- THOMPSON — Ellis Tech she’s asking a lot of them. ation as an opportunity. junior right-hander Izzy “We’re struggling a little “I think it also makes them Vajcovec is used to carrying a bit but we all learn every day have to communicate and softball in her right hand when how to pitch,” Murray said. talk to each other and really the Golden Eagles take on an “Everybody can go in at any appreciate a position that they opponent. But she carried moment. They’re having to might not necessarily know. only a pencil and scorebook learn how to fail but then work So I think it’s a good thing,” when Ellis Tech traveled to extra hard to succeed. That Murray said. Tourtellotte Memorial on April part is tough for some of them. The loss to Tourtellotte 18. Vajcovec wore a cast on her They get really down on them- dropped Ellis Tech’s record to right ankle while taking a seat selves. We just talked about 4-4. Ellis Tech is next sched- inside the visitor’s dugout. She negativity. We’re trying to be uled to travel to Cheney Tech fractured her ankle in prac- as positive as we can and help on Friday, April 26. Coach tice three weeks ago sliding them through it.” Murray expects the learning into home plate. Vajcovec was With only nine players curve to continue. expected to be the ace for coach against Tourtellotte, every “Just going through some Michelle Murray but that’s not time a new pitcher entered the growing pains but it will all happening this season. circle it necessitated a series of work out,” Murray said. “We lost our No. 1 pitcher — musical chairs among the field- six weeks — our No. 1 pitcher’s ers. And coach Murray hoped Charlie Lentz may be reached down,” Murray said. for no more broken ankles. at (860) 928-1818, ext. 110, or by The Golden Eagles suffered “It’s a challenge. If somebody e-mail at charlie@villagernews- from Vajcovec’s absence in a gets hurt you’re not sure what papers.com. 22-7 loss to Tourtellotte. Ellis you’re going to do. We’ll play Tech had only nine players on with eight if we have to. We’ll its roster against the Tigers. play with seven if we have Ellis Tech used five pitchers to,” Murray said. “We have against Tourtellotte but none a bunch of kids who’ll really could find a rhythm. Five Ellis work through that and they’ll Charlie Lentz photo Tech hurlers issued 19 walks do whatever it takes. Kaili Ellis Tech’s Mackenzie Saucier over five innings. Murray cred- Jackson today was phenome- pitches against Tourtellotte on ited all her pitchers (Mackenzie nal. She went anywhere and April 18. Saucier, Kaili Jackson, Sydney everywhere I asked her to go.” Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, April 26, 2019 B5

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Close friends Joe was interested in gliders - enjoy- (McKinstry) Gaulin retiring. were with him in his ing the silence and peacefulness. Joe died May 24, 2006. Joe enjoyed fish- last days. Joe was built the George Campert Memorial/ He leaves a son, ing with his friend born October 24, 1922. Toutant Airport in Woodstock. Steven J. Gaulin of Webster, 3 daugh- George and in his younger years col- He was raised in Ashford CT, son ters; Carolyn J. Gaulin of Oxford, lected model trains and collected and of Joseph Campert Sr. and Charlotte Joe married Gertrude (“Dolly”) Kimberly A. Orcutt of Brookfield, and fixed coo coo clocks. Korany Campert. The Camperts, immi- Duda in 1964. Joe and Dolly built their Virginia A. Talbot of N. Grosvenordale, The are no calling hours. grants from Hungary and prominent handcrafted “retirement” home on CT., 2 grandchildren; Michelle Hunt A Memorial Service will be pri- settlers in Ashford, met in New York Bungay Lake. The oak stairs and cher- and Ashley Gaulin, 5 great grandchil- vate with burial to follow in North City. Joe was one of their five chil- ry cabinets were gleaned from local dren, a brother, Norman Gaulin of Cemetery. dren: brother George; sisters, Hazel hardwood trees. Dolly died in 1977. Leicester, and nieces and nephews. Kindly omit flowers and consider (Whitehouse), Charlotte (Chilkott), Joe was known for his sharp He was predeceased by 2 brothers; a contribution to the charity of your Marguerite (“Peggy” Johnson), all of (often acerbic) wit, inventiveness, Adelard and Albert Gaulin. choice. The ROBERT J. MILLER- whom predeceased him. Joe Jr. was and uncanny intelligence. Joe never Joseph was born in Worcester, OXFORD FUNERAL HOME, 247 Main a member of the Hungarian Social stopped reading, learning, and work- December 1,1928, son of the late St. is assisting the family with arrange- Club of Ashford. His parents were ing on solutions. At age 94 when Adelard and Virginia (Beaudreau) ments. founding members. arthritis hampered his flexibility and Gaulin and lived in Oxford most of To leave a message of condolence, mobility, he invented his own adaptive his life. please visit: RJMillerfunerals.net In Northeast Connecticut (the Quiet devices: grabbers, button fasteners, Corner), Joe Campert Jr. is a legend. supportive aids. He created a lasting legacy, building three lakes and lake communities An entrepreneur and self-taught Robert Girard Langer, 80 (Ashford, Bungay, & Witches Woods), engineer, Joe had indomitable spirit an airport, and the Ohoho ski area. and an open mind. His work sur- THOMPSON, CT/ Bob was a 60 year member of the Joe’s incentive to build lakes came vived hurricanes (1955), injury (a full- ALVA, FL- Robert East Thompson Volunteer Fire from (in his words) “laziness and love body cast), blizzards, and (per Joe) Girard Langer, Department, a member of Senexit of water”. As a boy, he walked from local politics. OH-Ho-Ho Ski Ground 80, passed away Grange, Lehigh Acres Lions Club, and Ashford 4 miles to Crystal Pond to in Woodstock was one of his favorite Wednesday, April a founder and member of the Little swim, often accompanied by his life- accomplishments. His wife Dolly man- 17, 2019 at Gulf Coast Pond Improvement Association. long New York friend Tony Villa who aged the lodge and concessions. In Medical Center in He was a longtime Sunday School spent summers with his grandparents summer Joe and Dolly held open-air Ft. Myers, FL. Superintendent and teacher at the for- on their farm in Ashford. Joe wanted concerts. In winter Joe loved to see He leaves behind mer Emmanuel Lutheran Church in a lake nearby. By all accounts he start- families enjoy the slopes. In a 1980 his wife of 56 years, Webster. ed building Ashford Lake by putting a interview with the Norwich Bulletin, Carol D. (Murray) Langer, one son, Funeral Services were Wednesday, shovel in the swampy ground while a Joe stated, “I have given up on natural Jeffrey S. Langer and his wife Patricia April 24, 2019 at 11 AM in Zion Lutheran teenager. snow, at least in my lifetime.” By 1988, of Oak Island, N.C., one daughter, Church, 70 Main St., Oxford, followed Joe acknowledged that snow-mak- Pamela J. Thompson and her husband by burial in Munyan Cemetery in East As a young adult, Joe’s brother ing was now the business. When Glenn of Voluntown, CT. Putnam, CT. George moved to Alaska. Joe remained asked about global warming, Joe was 4 grandchildren; Nathaniel and Calling Hours were Tuesday, April in Ashford to help maintain the farm emphatic – “Of course there is global Nicholas Langer, Sarah Lathrop and 23, 2019 from 4-6 PM at the ROBERT J. - raising chickens, selling eggs, and warming. I lived it.” Gregg Thompson. MILLER FUNERAL HOME and LAKE managing produce and dairy products. Bob was born in Putnam, CT., May CHAPEL, 366 School St., Webster. Joe often visited Alaska. Sister Peggy Joe was a loyal and generous friend 31, 1938 son of the late Bernhardt and In lieu of flowers, memorial contribu- also spent time in Alaska as a rural who gave many others a boost. He Cora (Shattuck) Langer, he was also tions may be made to; East Thompson school teacher. donated many acres to local land predeceased by a daughter, Debra Volunteer Fire Department, 530 E. trusts. Joe (and his siblings) were who died in 1969 and a brother, Dr. Thompson Rd., Thompson, CT. 06277, George joined the Air Force during devoted animal lovers who gave homes Berhardt Langer. or Zion Lutheran Church c/o Youth World War II. His plane was shot to uncountable cats and dogs and He worked for the State of Connecticut Activities Fund, 70 Main St., Oxford, down over Holland in 1944. Joe never passionately protected wildlife. Joe , Department of Education, and Town MA. 01540, or Alva Volunteer Fire forgot George’s sacrifice. Joe, a great established a shelter for red-tail hawks of Thompson as a fire marshal. He was Department, 2660 Styles Rd., Alva, FL. patriot, joined the Ashford Memorial and welcomed opossums, skunks, and a graduate of Tourtellotte Memorial 33920. Day parade for 70 years. When his squirrels into his home. High School , Putnam Trade School To leave a message of condolence, legs would no longer carry him, Joe and also received a B.S. degree from please visit: RJMillerfunerals.net watched the placing of a wreath for Joe is survived by his niece, Central Connecticut College. George at the Veterans’ Stone. The Laura Chilkott, of Florida, and two stone came from the Campert farm in great-nephews, Scott S. Whitehouse Ashford. and Bryan R. Whitehouse of Alabama. Jeanne B. Poirier, 84 He also is survived by his wife’s fam- Jeanne B. Poirier, She leaves her sons Joseph W. Joe travelled extensively. On one ily, the Dudas, and many, many close 84, of Putnam, CT Poirier, Michael A. Poirier and Robert trip to Europe, Joe worked with friends. passed away April E. Poirier; her companion Frank Gee; Netherlands locals and authorities 16, 2019 at home her brothers Joseph Latour and Raoul to search for his brother’s grave. Burial will be private at the Campert in Putnam. Born “Cibby” Latour; her seven grandchil- Although unable to locate the grave, family plot in Westford Hills Cemetery, March 2, 1935 in dren; her nine great grandchildren; Joe made lasting friends. Joe also Ashford CT. A celebratory reception Putnam, CT. She her two great great grandchildren; spent time in Hungary, making close is planned for 1:00 p.m., Saturday May was the daughter of also several nieces and nephews. She friends there including his friend and 11, 2019, at the Hungarian Social Club, the late William and was predeceased by a daughter Robin travelling companion, Rozie Cseveges. Route 44, Ashford CT. Please bring sto- Josephine (Guwca) Joly and a brother William Latour. Joe’s niece Laura also spent time in ries to share. In lieu of flowers or other Latour. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Hungary as a teacher. memorials, please make a donation Jeanne worked for American Monday, April 22, 2019 at 10:30 AM in to the cats at PAWS (240 Woodstock Thread in her younger years and was St. Mary Church of the Visitation, 218 Joe shared his brother’s passion for Ave., Woodstock CT, 06281) or to the a machine operator with Belding- Providence Street, Putnam, CT. Burial flying. Joe, a skilled pilot who flew up Hungarian Social Club (314 Ashford Hemingway for 40 plus years, she then was in St. Mary Cemetery, Putnam, and down the eastern seaboard, flew Center Road, Ashford CT 06278). worked for 10 years at Woodstock Line. CT. Calling Hours were from 9:00 to Jeanne enjoyed trips to flea markets 10:00 AM at Smith and Walker Funeral with Frank and she was an avid collec- Home, 148 Grove Street, Putnam, CT. Robert S. Voorhis, 73 tor of knickknacks, she also enjoyed Share a memory at www.smithand- spending time with her grandchildren walker.com WEBSTER- (LaPlante) Voorhis of Webster. He and cookouts. Robert S. Voorhis also leaves a son Robert J. Voorhis of age 73 passed away Dudley and a daughter, Lisa Marie Monday, April 22, Collins and her husband Jeffrey of 2019 at Harrington Webster, 4 grandchildren, Olivia and Virginia M. St. Germain, 78 at Hubbard Hospital, Kylie Voorhis , Lauryn and Amanda Webster, MA. He Collins. OXFORD – Oxford; eight grandchildren, Michelle leaves his wife of 53 He was born in Danielson, CT son Virginia M. (Tucker) and her husband Leo, Thomas and his years, Theresa R. of the late Raymond Fontaine and St. Germain, 78, wife Heather, and their son Tobias, Yvonne (Ricard) wife of Alfred R. St. Robert, Lauren, Alec, Bryce, Andrew, Voorhis Fontaine Germain, passed and Connor. She also leaves two sis- and lived in away on Monday, ters, Anne Andrews and Elizabeth Webster area April 22, 2019, in her Switzer. She was predeceased by three To place an most of his life. He home. She was born sisters, Mary Connolly, Jeanne Eagles, was a retired from in Stoughton, daugh- and Dorothy Sellars. In-Memoriam, Cranston Print ter of the late John A funeral was held on Thursday, Works, Webster, and Mary (Barry) Tucker. She grad- April 25, 2019, from Paradis-Givner Card of Thanks, where he was a uated from Stoughton High School in Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford, textile worker. 1958 and will be remembered as a followed by a Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Birthday or Bob enjoyed short devoted wife, mother, grandmother, Roch’s Church, 332 Main St., Oxford. wave radios, yard and great-grandmother. Burial will follow at St. Roch’s Anniversary Greeting, sales, flea mar- In addition to her husband of 59 Cemetery in Oxford. Calling hours kets and music, years, she is survived by four children, were Wednesday, April 24, 2019, from in the but most of all Diane Przybylek and her husband 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Flowers quality time with Joseph of Thompson, CT, Deborah may be sent or memorial contributions his grandchil- Puishys and her husband Robert of may be made to St. Roch’s Church Villager Newspapers dren and family. Oxford, Timothy St. Germain and Memorial Fund, 334 Main St., Oxford, the deadline is Monday at noon Calling hours his wife Dawn of Oxford, and Brian MA 01540. and funeral ser- St. Germain and his wife Jennifer of paradisfuneralhome.com for that week. vice will be held Thursday, April Ad prices are $15 for a 2x3 (actual size 2.4” x 3”) 25, 2019 in the Shaw-Majercik or $25 for a 3x4 (3.7” X 4”) or 4x3 (5” x 3”). Funeral Home, You can add a photo at no additional cost. 48 School St., Webster, MA from 5-7 PM with To send by mail, please mail to a service in the Villager Newspapers funeral home at 7 P.O. Box PM burial will be private in Sacred 196 Woodstock, CT 06281 Heart Cemetery, Personal checks, Visa, Master Card, Discover and Webster. A guest AMEX are accepted. book is available at www.shaw-ma- For more information, jercik.com where you may post a please call 860-928-1818 condolence or or email light a candle. [email protected] and she’ll be happy to help! Villager Newspapers % Town-to-Town Classifieds % Friday, April 26, 2019 B7 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 Rina Bisson May (Waters) Alvord, 93 DANIELSON- Rina (Ives) Bisson of Brooklyn, CT; her PUTNAM – May MA; her sister Phyllis Leclair of (Morneault) Bisson brother Jean Morneault of Alberta, W. Alvord, 93, died Thompson CT; her grandchildren Keri passed away at Day Canada; her brother Louis Morneault peacefully surround- Competello of NY; Kimberly Tiffany of Kimball Hospital on of Plainville, CT; her sister Louise ed by her loving fam- Weymouth MA; and her great-grand- April 21, 2019 sur- (Morneault) Baker of Plainfield, CT; ily on Friday April children Madeline Competello and rounded by her fam- many nieces and nephews; and her 19, 2019. Loving wife Kaydence Tiffany. ily after a long cou- two grand-dogs Kodi & Rudy. The and partner of the May joins three brothers, Richard rageous battle with family would like to thank the nurses late James L. Alvord, Waters, Charles Waters and Conrad cancer. She was born and staff at the Oncology unit of Day the pair proudly Waters and her sister Blanche Rawson in Baker Brook, New Kimball Hospital, the nurses and staff owned and operated in eternal rest. Brunswick, Canada on July 19, 1949, to with Hospice Care of Northeastern CT, Alvord’s Market for many decades. Relatives and friends are invited to the late Camille and Alma Morneault. as well as the many other health care A lifelong resident of Putnam, Ms. visit with May’s family at 10:00 a.m. Rina worked most of her career in providers who assisted Rina through- Alvord is the daughter of the late on Friday April 26, 2019, in the Gilman the restaurant industry. She had a out her illness. She was a beautiful Wesley and Viola (Reindeau) Waters. Funeral Home and Crematory, 104 warm and happy smile for everyone soul, who gave selflessly, loved deep- Dedicating her life to her family Church St., Putnam, followed by a she met. She had an outgoing person- ly, and touched many lives. A Mass and friends, she enjoyed swimming, Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. ality and a love for life. Rina enjoyed of Christian Burial will be held on knitting, reading, gardening, traveling in St. Mary Church, 230 Providence St, traveling and gardening, but most Saturday April 27, 2019 at 12:30 PM at and spending her winters in Naples, Putnam, CT. Burial will follow in St. of all she loved spending time with St. James Church, Danielson. Burial Florida. Mary Cemetery. For memorial guest- her family and friends. Rina leaves will be at the convenience of the fam- May is survived by her daughter, book behind her beloved husband, Ronald, ily. Calling hours will be on Friday Barbara Shaughnessy of Weymouth, visit www. GilmanAndValade.com. of 48 years; her son Carl and his wife April 26, 2019 at Tillinghast Funeral Kristine (Dishaw) Bisson of Old Lyme, Home 433 Main Street, Danielson from CT; her son Mark and his wife Kate 5-7 PM. tillinghastfh.com Wendy Lee Kirkland, 73

QUINEBAUG, ing students in the Special Education Robert “Bobby” B. Parmentier 82 CT - Wendy Lee Department. She retired 4 years ago but Kirkland, 73, passed continued keeping in touch with many Robert “Bobby” December 12, 1942 and passed October away peacefully sur- of her students whom she adored. She B. Parmentier , for- 1, 1985. Together they raised 3 children rounded by her fam- self published a local Newsletter called merly of Webster, two daughters Denise A. Parmentier/ ily. She battled can- “The Voice,” in which she also wrote, Mass has passed Remillard of Oxford, MA; Marie A. cer for three years edited, delivered, and promoted local away peacefully at Parmentier/Grass of Union, ME, and valiantly, but her businesses. the Sussman House one son Mark R Parmentier of Putnam, battle is now over. Wendy was an artist, a writer, a Penbay Medical CT. Robert also leaves a sister Pricilla Wendy was the eldest knitter, a reader, an avid gardener, Center, Rockport, Olson of Clearwater, FL. Bobby had 10 child of Gilbert T. Haas and Joyce cook, and baker. Wendy was a strong ME with loved ones grandchildren and 10 great grandchil- (Schaftmeister) Haas, and is survived advocate of animals and loved her dog by his side from a dren. Bobby worked as a machinist by her brothers Glenn Haas and his and cat deeply. She believed in sup- pulmonary heart condition. Robert for Nells Jamesbury in Shrewsbury wife Debbie, and Jon Haas and his wife porting local businesses and loved the (Bobby) was born in Worcester, MA to MA for 29 years before retiring. Bobby Cathy. Wendy has two children: a son, Thompson Public Library. Wendy was Leona Louise (Mercoux) Parmentier, was an adamant church man born Eric P. Kirkland, and his wife Melissa involved in Thompson Together, Inc. and Alfred S. Parmentier whom are Catholic. He loved living in Florida for Kirkland, and a daughter, Nicole E. and was a board member since it began predeceased. Robert attended local 15 years. He enjoyed football especially Kirkland. She has a cousin named Lise more than ten years ago. She also Catholic school in Webster, MA. the Patriots. He loved card playing and Krieger. Wendy has three grandchil- served on the Thompson Community In June of 1963 Robert married his occasional cup of joy with friends and dren; Alexandra J. Kirkland, Jared E. Day committee for many years. sweetheart Pauline C. Remillard from family. Robert will be greatly missed. Kirkland, and Chelsea T. Kirkland. She attended church at Camp Oxford, MA at Scared Heart Church A church service memorial has been Wendy was born October 1, 1945 Calumet Lutheran in West Ossippee, in Webster, MA. Pauline was born set for a later date. in Westchester, NY, and grew up in NH, which was her favorite place in Concord, MA. She lived in Florida, the world. It was her peace. Worcester, and Webster, MA before There are no calling hours. A settling in her home in Quinebaug, celebration of her life will be held Andre A Asselin, 74 CT. She went to UMASS Amherst and Saturday May 25, 2019 at noon, at her Florida State University, and earned a home. For more information please Andre A Asselin, wife Magda ,Ava Bilis,Adam Bilis Bachelor is Arts in English. call Alexandra Kirkland at 860-634- 74,died Thursday, ,Ryan Ferraro,Justin,Ferraro and Eli She worked as a secretary and 4930. Donations in her name may be April 18, 2019 at his Asselin . A great grandson Franek office clerk and wrote columns for the made to Calumet Lutheran Ministries. home in Dudley Mr. Bilis. Several nieces , nephews and Worcester Telegram for several years Arrangements are under the direction Asselin was born family in Canada Predeceased by his before being a reporter and then editor of Scanlon Funeral Service, 38 E Main Quebec son of the brother, Gerard Asselin of the Webster Times. She was a para- Street, Webster, MA. late George and the He came to the US and at age of 16 professional at Woodstock Academy www.scanlonfs.com late Yvette (Vertue) left Bartlett to work with his dad in for many years, teaching and mentor- Asselin. Construction . He mastered that craft He is survived by for over 50 years . In his youth he his wife of 54 years played Hockey and loved fishing . He Lucille E. Nordman, 92 Barbara (Butler) still could be found tinkering in his Asselin , two daugh- workshop at his home always invent- GLASTONBURRY, CT: Lucille E. Loiseau. ters: Debbie and her ing the next great gadget. (Loiseau) Nordman, 92, of Carione Rd., She worked as an inspector for husband George The family would like to thank passed away peacefully on Sunday, the American Optical company in Bilis of Webster, Central Ma Hospice and his nurse Jan. 6th, in the Avon Health Center, Southbridge for many years before and Michelle and Karen for there Avon, CT, after an illness. retiring several years ago. Lucille her husband Brian kindness and support given to Her beloved husband of 57 years, later worked in the cafeteria at Ferraro of Reading, Andre. Calling hours were Tuesday Harry M. Nordman died in 2006. She Southbridge High School. She was a and one son: Jason Asselin and his April 23 from 10 AM to Noon followed leaves her son, John A. Nordman and member of the Women’s Auxiliary of wife Jennifer of Amesbury, four sis- by a service in Bartel Funeral Home his wife Irena of Naugatuck, CT; a the Leonide J. Lemire post 6055 of the ters: Theresa Wolak of Southbridge, 33 Schofield Avenue Dudley. In lieu daughter, Donna E. Fontaine and her VFW in Southbridge as well as a mem- Pauline Huguenin of MS, Dianne of flowers donations may be made to husband Brian of Southbridge; a sister, ber of the American Optical Quarter Germain of Webster and Nicole Central Ma. Hospice 191 Pakachoag St. Lauria Blais of East Hartford, CT; and Century Club. Lucille enjoyed playing Rybacki of North Grosvenordale. Six Auburn ,Ma 01501 or a diabetes chari- four grandchildren, Jason Fontaine cards and cherished her time spent grandchildren Evan Bilis and his ty.www.bartelfuneralhom.com of Southbridge, John Nordman of with her family. Lenoir, NC, Amy Kern of Cary, NC Her funeral Mass will be held on and Jeffrey Nordman of Denver, CO; Friday, April 26th, at 10:00am in six great grandchildren and several St. Mary’s Church of the St. John OBITUARIES are published at no charge. nieces and nephews. Lucille was pre- Paul II Parish, 263 Hamilton St., deceased by three brothers, Albert E. Southbridge. Burial will follow in St. E-mail notices to charlie@villagernewspapers. Loiseau, Edward Loiseau and Leon J. George Cemetery, Southbridge. There Loiseau; and six sisters, Ilene (Sr. St. are no calling hours. com or fax them to (860) 928-5946. Bernardette) Loiseau, Marion Lataille, In lieu of flowers donations may Claire Turgeon, Louise Krzyzaniak, be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Photos are welcome in JPEG format. Rita Fitzgerald and Alice Snay. She Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, was born in Southbridge the daugh- Memphis, TN 38105. ter of Napoleon and Mary A. (Parent) www.morrillfuneralhome.com Where people spend most Who hasn’t tallied up monthly bills for the cost to finance or lease a vehicle or looked at a credit card statement and and insure it, and it also includes urban pondered if they’re spending a little too dwellers who rely on public transpor- much? The average person also may tation or ride-share services to get wonder how their expenditures com- around. 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LEGALS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Probate Court, by decree dated April 04/25/2019 with the that the Town of Woodstock’s lo- ESTATE OF Doretta P Tinti (19-00111) 1, 2019, ordered that all claims must Department of Consumer Protection cal capital improvement projects of The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the be presented to the fiduciary at the ad- for a FARM DISTILLERY LIQUOR $9,947,456.00 and capital improve- Court of Probate, District of Northeast dress below. Failure to promptly pres- PERMIT for the sale of alcoholic liquor ment plan as defined in Section 7-535 Probate Court, by decree dated March ent any such claim may result in the on the premises at through 7-538, a copy of which plan is 28, 2019, ordered that all claims must loss of rights to recover on such claim. 426 MASHAMOQUET RD on file in the Office of the Town Clerk be presented to the fiduciary at the ad- Brenda Duquette, Clerk POMFRET CENTER CT 06259-1725 and available for public inspection dress below. Failure to promptly pres- The fiduciary is: The business will be owned by: during normal business hours, is here- ent any such claim may result in the Kathleen E. Houle WATERCURE FARM LLC by ratified and approved; loss of rights to recover on such claim. c/o Alyson R. Aleman, Esq., Entertainment will consist of: 4) To consider and vote upon the fol- Alysia Casiano, Clerk Borner, Smith, Aleman, Herzog & Cer- No Live Entertainment lowing Resolution: The fiduciary is: rone, LLC, Objections must be filed by: RESOLVED, that the Town of Wood- Darlene Kudzal, 23 Gary School Road, 155 Providence Street, PO Box 166, 06-06-2019 stock approve the expenditure of Putnam, CT 06260 Putnam, CT 06260-0166 DANIEL B NAGY $252,939.33 as recommended by the April 26, 2019 April 26, 2019 April 26, 2019 Board of Finance from the Reserve for May 3, 2019 Capital and Nonrecurring Expenditure NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Fund to be used for Local Bridge Proj- ESTATE OF Mario Buatta ESTATE OF Lena L Wolchesky LIQUOR PERMIT ect, Phase I. (19-00147) (19-00115) Notice of Removal 5) To authorize the Board of Select- The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the This is to give notice that I, men to apply for the State and Federal Court of Probate, District of Northeast Court of Probate, District of Northeast NEIL M PATEL Grants; Probate Court, by decree dated April 9, Probate Court, by decree dated April 38 OLD FARM WAY 6) To transact such other business as 2019 ordered that all claims must be 16, 2019, ordered that all claims must AYER, MA 01432-5531 may properly come before said meet- presented to the fiduciary at the ad- be presented to the fiduciary at the ad- Have filed a request placarded ing; and dress below. Failure to promptly pres- dress below. Failure to promptly pres- 04/24/2019 with the 7) To adjourn. ent any such claim may result in the ent any such claim may result in the Department of Consumer Protection Please Note: Pursuant to Section 7-7 loss of rights to recover on such claim. loss of rights to recover on such claim. for permission to move my package of the Connecticut General Statues, Brenda Duquette, Clerk Alysia Casiano, Clerk store liquor business now located at the Woodstock Board of Selectmen The fiduciary is: The fiduciary is: 693 RIVERSIDE DR have on their own initiative removed Joseph Buatta Jan M Rondeau, NORTH GROSVENORDALE CT the foregoing Item #2 and Item #4 for c/o Jennifer M Pagnillo, Esq., 395 Deerfield Road, 06255-2171 submission to the voters of the Town of Day Pitney, LLP Pomfret Center, CT 06259, USA TO 759 QUINEBAUG ROAD Woodstock by referendum to be held 24 Field Point Road April 26, 2019 THOMPSON, CT 06262 on May 14, 2019 from 12:00 Noon to Greenwich, CT 06830 The business will be owned by: 8:00 PM at the Woodstock Town Hall. April 26, 2019 AGNA & GNAN INC. Voters approving the questions will Remonstrances / Objections vote “Yes” and those opposing the NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS must be filed by: 06-05-2019 questions will vote “No.” Absentee bal- ESTATE OF Clarence L St Jean ESTATE OF Rosanna L Royer NEIL M PATEL lots will be available at the Office of the (19-00126) (19-00114) April 26, 2019 Town Clerk. The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the May 3, 2019 Dated at Woodstock, Connecticut, this Court of Probate, District of Northeast Court of Probate, District of Northeast 18th day of April, 2019. Probate Court, by decree dated March Probate Court, by decree dated Feb- TOWN OF WOODSTOCK Woodstock Board of Selectmen 20, 2019 ordered that all claims must ruary 20, 2019, ordered that all claims On April 18, 2019, the Planning & Zon- /s/Michael L. Alberts, First Selectman, be presented to the fiduciary at the ad- must be presented to the fiduciary at ing Commission approved the follow- /s/Chandler Paquette, Selectman dress below. Failure to promptly pres- the address below. Failure to prompt- ing application as presented at their /s/Frank Olah, Selectman ent any such claim may result in the ly present any such claim may result Regular Meeting: #583-09-1M (Penny Attest: /s/Judy E. Walberg, Town Clerk loss of rights to recover on such claim. in the loss of rights to recover on such Lane Development) – Douglas A. Da- 2019-2020 ANNUAL TOWN MEET- Alysia Casiano, Clerk claim. vis & Rachel J. Littman, 50 Brickyard ING The fiduciary is: Alysia Casiano, Clerk Rd + adjacent lot & two Rte 197 lots RECEIPTS Nancy Rhines The fiduciary is: (map 5126 block 17 lots 13-1; 13-2; ESTIMATED PRO- 492 Wauregan Road Eugene L. Royer, Jr. 13-3; 13-4) Modification to merge 4 POSED Brooklyn, CT 06234 USA Pamela L. Martin previously approved building lots into 2 2018-2019 2019-2020 April 26, 2019 c/o William J. Monty, Esq. building lots Cash Available for Appropriation PO Box 266 Chair Jeffrey Gordon, M.D. $712,686 $735,532 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Woodstock, CT 06281, US APRIL 26, 2019 Prior Taxes, Interest & Liens, MVS ESTATE OF Charles H Lounsbury, III April 26, 2019 $420,000 $435,000 (19-00140) LEGAL NOTICE State Grants: The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the TOWN OF BROOKLYN TOWN OF THOMPSON Education Court of Probate, District of Northeast PLANNING AND ZONING Notice is hereby given that the audit $4,672,381 Probate Court, by decree dated April COMMISSION report for the Town of Thompson for $4,891,062 12, 2019, ordered that all claims must NOTICE OF ACTION the fiscal year ending June 30, 2018 Other State Money be presented to the fiduciary at the ad- At the regular meeting of the Planning as audited by BlumShapiro, Certified $120,407 $99,449 dress below. Failure to promptly pres- and Zoning Commission on Tuesday Public Accountants of West Hartford, Other Income ent any such claim may result in the April 16, 2019, the following action was Connecticut, is on file in the office of $528,420 $579,000 loss of rights to recover on such claim. taken: the Town Clerk, 815 Riverside Drive, Total Cash Balances & Receipts Alysia Casiano, Clerk SPR19-002 Site Plan Review – Brandon North Grosvenordale, Ct. $6,453,894 The fiduciary is: Longe, Applicant/Ayana Hotel, LLC, Dated at Thompson this 26th day of $6,740,043 Jonathan C Lounsbury, Owner; 1 acre, 479 Providence Road April, 2018 EXPENDITURES 610 Glebe Road, (Assessor’s Map 41, Lot 110) Second Renee Waldron Ordinary Expenditures: Westmoreland, NH 03467, USA floor addition for expansion of caretak- Town Clerk General Government April 26, 2019 er’s unit – APPROVED. April 26, 2019 $1,871,491 $1,882,548 Dated this 17th day of April Public Safety NOTICE TO CREDITORS Michelle Sigfridson NOTICE OF $855,302 $856,258 ESTATE OF James R Babcock Chairman ANNUAL TOWN MEETING Highways (19-00031) April 26, 2019 TOWN OF WOODSTOCK $1,505,517 $1,483,506 The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the May 7, 2019 Health, Recreation & Welfare Court of Probate, District of Northeast The Annual Town Meeting of the elec- $510,373 $559,320 Probate Court, by decree dated Jan- tors and citizens qualified to vote in Contingency uary 31, 2019, ordered that all claims town meetings of the Town of Wood- $75,000 $67,000 must be presented to the fiduciary at TOWN OF THOMPSON stock, Connecticut, will be held on Redemption of Debt the address below. Failure to prompt- On April 18, 2019 the following wet- Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at 7:00 PM at $548,614 $526,284 ly present any such claim may result lands agent approval was issued: Ap- the Woodstock Town Hall, 415 Route Board of Education Budget in the loss of rights to recover on such plication # WAA19007 approved with 169 in Woodstock. The Annual Town $18,194,353 claim. conditions, Vision Properties NECT, Meeting will be held to consider the fol- $18,640,501 Brenda Duquette, Clerk LLC, 46 Wrightson Dr. (Assessor’s lowing actions and to vote on the fol- Total Expenditures The fiduciary is: Map 143, Block 17, Lot 19) - the repair lowing resolutions: $23,560,650 Elizabeth M. Babcock of the existing home’s septic system. 1) To elect a Moderator; $24,015,417 c/o Nicholas A. Longo, Esq., Marla Butts, Wetlands Agent 2) To approve the proposed budget Less Cash Balances & Receipts Bachand, Longo & Higgins, April 26, 2019 of the Town of Woodstock for the fis- $ 6,453,894 $6,740,043 168 Main Street, PO Box 528, cal year ending June 30, 2020 in the TO BE RAISED BY TAXATION Putnam, CT 06260 PUBLICATION NOTICE amount of $24,015,417.00 as has been $17,106,756* April 26, 2019 LIQUOR PERMIT recommended by the Board of $17,275,374* Notice of Application Finance and to appropriate said sum to *SUBJECT TO CHANGE NOTICE TO CREDITORS This is to give notice that I, meet the recommended expenditures; 2019-2020 ESTATE OF John D Hession DANIEL B NAGY 3) To adopt a Capital Improvement Proposed Mill Rate 24.5 (19-00077) 94 HAMPTON RD Plan for a five-year period ending 2018-2019 Current Mill Rate 24.5 The Hon. Leah P. Schad, Judge of the POMFRET CENTER, CT 06259-1717 2023-2024 as has been recommended Increase in Mill Rate 0 Court of Probate, District of Northeast Have filed an application placarded by the Board of Finance; RESOLVED, April 26, 2019

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April 27, Sat., 7-8:30am UConn Extension Disaster Education Net- May 4, Sat., 8am-1pm May 11, Sat., 4:30-7pm The Soldiers, Sailors and Marines Fund work Team. We’ll discuss How to make a Indoor Yard Sale Atwood Hose Fire Sta- Community Fire Company Annual Chick- (SSMF) assistance is available this Saturday basic supply kit, staying in touch with fami- tion, Rte. 205, Wauregan. FREE COFFEE! en Barbecue $12 all you can eat. Chicken, and every Saturday morning, 7:00-8:30 at ly and friends, being safe—if you stay or go, Many vendors. Public invited. Sponsored baked potatoes, green beans, shells and the Pomfret Senior Center, 207 Mashamou- and what to do if the power goes out. Regis- by the ladies’ auxiliary. sauce, salad and dessert. Community Fire quet Road (Rt.44) in Pomfret. Always free ter by calling 860-779-5383. May 4, Sat., 9-11am Company, 862 Riverside Dr., Thompson, and confidential; call 860-928-2309 for April 28, Sun., 2pm Mr. Dennis Reiter of PeaceMaker Minis- Connecticut questions. (The SSMF is administered by A Christian Healing Service, will be held at tries will be facilitating a seminar entitled May 13, Mon., 1pm the American Legion to provide temporary Trinity Episcopal Church, 7 Providence Rd, “Resolving Relational Conflict” at Creation What is Probate? When does an estate go financial assistance to qualified veterans.) Brooklyn (formerly at St. Philip’s Church Church, 47 W. Thompson Rd., Thompson to probate court? Can it be avoided? What April 27, Sat., 7pm in Putnam). Prayer teams will be available (near the damn) www.creationchurch.org should I expect there? Get answers to these th The Killingly Grange will host our 4 An- to pray with individuals for physical, emo- May 4, Sat., 4-6pm questions and more with Judge Leah Schad nual Pickin Party, with many local blue- tional and spiritual healing. Healing ser- Bungay Fire Brigade’s Chicken BBQ. Take and Attorney Kate Cerrone. Pomfret Pub- grass specialists to entertain you. We are at vices will be held every fourth Sunday of the out only. $10 each. Bungay Fire Brigade, lic Library, 449 Pomfret St., Pomfret. www. 801 Hartford Pike in Dayville. There will be month. For info 860-774-9352, visit www. 1256 Rt. 171, Woodstock. Meal includes ½ pomfretlibrary.org food available starting at 7pm for a dona- trinitychurchbrooklyn.org or look for us on chicken, baked potato, salad, roll, and ice May 15,Wed., 6-8pm tion of $12. Come one, come all, and enjoy Facebook. cream. 860-974-0316, 860-377-3874, 860- FREE RETIREMENT PLANNING WORK- the music. May 1, Wed., 10-10:40am 424-2895. SHOP will be held on Wednesday, May 15 April 27, Sat., 8am Preschool Storytime, Killingly Public Li- May 4, Sat., 7am-Noon from 6-8PM in the auditorium at Matulai- Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp Camper brary, A story time held on Wednesday Friends of Pomfret Public Library Used tis Rehab & Skilled Care, 10 Thurber Road, Scamper 5K Race/Walk and 1 Mile Kid mornings for children ages 3-5. Registra- Book Sale. Pomfret Community School Putnam in the auditorium. Professionals in Run. 326 Taft Pond Rd., Pomfret. Regis- tion required. To register for children’s pro- Cafeteria, 20 Pomfret Street, Pomfret. Get the fields of: elder law, financial planning, tration begins at 8 AM, Kids Race at 9:30, grams at the Killingly Library go to www. your summer reading for a bargain price health & disability insurance, real estate Adult Race starts at 10 AM, walkers start killinglypl.org or call 860-779-5383. and support a good cause. Fiction, non fic- and chiropractic wellness will discuss their immediately after runners. Professional- May 2, Thurs., 6pm tion, CD’s, DVD’s & children’s books galore! specialties from 6 to 6:45PM. Networking ly timed by Last Mile Race Management. Annual Day Kimball Healthcare Wine Tast- Hardcovers $1.00, paperbacks $.50 each. and private Q & A will be from 6:45 to 8PM. Register by April 1 to receive discount and ing to benefit: Northeast CT Cancer Fund $5.00/bag sale from 11 – 12 for books. May 19, Sun., 1-2:30pm free t-shirt. Go to www.4hcampct.org for of DKH at Stonehurst at Hampton Val- Wee Wanders Salamander Search at the 3 more details and registration forms. May 7, Tues., 6pm ley, Hampton Commission on Aging Meeting, Ella Grasso B’s, Wrights Crossing Rd., Pomfret Center April 27 & 28, 2-4pm May 3 & 4, Fri., & Sat. Community Room, 65 Ballou St. Putnam. www.wyndhamlandtrust.org Visit the Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp 65th Annual Windham County 4-H Auc- May 9, Thurs., 1-2pm May 21, Tues, 7pm Open HHHouse at 326 Taft Pond Road, tion & Tag Sale at Windham County 4-H Commission on Aging trip club meeting at Home Composting 101. Tom DiMauro, Pomfret, CT. Meet the director & other Outdoor Center, 326 Taft Pond Rd, Pomfret, St. Mary’s Church Hall, 218 Providence St., UConn Master Composter, will discuss the camp staff, take a camp tour, registration CT. Auction - Preview at 5pm both nights, Putnam. Bingo afterward from 2-3pm philosophy, techniques and troubleshoot- materials available. On Saturday the 27th, unique and antique goods and services, live ing of home composting. Pomfret Public join us from 1:30pm-2pm for an infor- plants, tickets to events. Venues and vaca- May 11, Sat., 9am—2pm Library, 449 Pomfret St., Pomfret. www. mational Parent Panel on the benefits of tion spots for the whole family. 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