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For Our Town From Our Town
Volume 22 No 26, February 5, 2016
St. Valentine, the Real Story
Ribbon Cutting of Expansion at Northford Ice Facility
Northford Ice Pavilion LLC, Marty Roos, John Lashar, Al Secondino
and Michael Belfonti have just completed construction of a $4.5M expansion of their existing 2,000 seat ice skating facility at 24 Fire-Lite Place in
Northford, CT. The new facility has more rinks under one roof than any
other Connecticut ice skating venue.
A ribbon cutting ceremony took place on Friday, January 29 and the
Grand Opening will be held on February 6, 2016 from 12:00 to 3:00
p.m., with free public skating to be offered during those hours.
The Northford Ice Pavilion originally opened in 1998 after
the four partners saw a need for an ice rink facility in New Haven county which could service neighboring communities. “We
originally chose Northford because of its close proximity to many
towns that did not have their own ice skating rinks,” said partner Marty Roos. “The Connecticut economy has improved over
the last several years and the popularity of ice hockey has increased, and we experienced a stronger demand for ice time. We
recognized that a third rink was necessary,” added partner John Lashar.
The original two ice surfaces of the Northford Ice Pavilion, as
well as the new third rink,were built by one of the partners, Al
Secondino, and his company A. Secondino and Son. Mr. Secondino’s company is a full service general contracting company that has
been in continuous operation for over a century. In fact, its founder
(AI’s grandfather) built the NY Metropolitan Opera House. (above photo
of ribbon cutting by Lauren Matteo Niedbala)
History gives us many different legends on Valentine’s Day. Why, where, how
and when it was started. This story is simply one of the many that has been told
and followed by many Christians throughout the years. It is said that St. Valentine
while in prison cured the emperor’s blind daughter. On the day he was beheaded
(February 14) he sent her a final letter and signed it “your Valentine”
The origin of this holiday for the expression of love really isn’t romantic at all
-- at least not in the traditional sense. Father Frank O’Gara of Whitefriars Street
Church in Dublin, Ireland, tells the real story of the man behind the holiday -- St.
Valentine.
“He was a Roman Priest at a time when there was an emperor called Claudias
who persecuted the church at that particular time,” Father O’Gara explains. “ He
also had an edict that prohibited the marriage of young people. This was based on
the hypothesis that unmarried soldiers fought better than married soldiers because
married soldiers might be afraid of what might happen to them or their wives or
families if they died.”
“I think we must bear in mind that it was a very permissive society in which
Valentine lived,” says Father O’Gara. “Polygamy would have been much more
popular than just one woman and one man living together. And yet some of them
seemed to be attracted to Christian faith. But obviously the church thought that
marriage was very sacred between one man and one woman for their life and
that it was to be encouraged. And so it immediately presented the problem to the
Christian church of what to do about this.”
“The idea of encouraging them to marry within the Christian church was what
Valentine was about. And he secretly married them because of the edict.”
Valentine was eventually caught, imprisoned and tortured for performing marriage ceremonies against command of Emperor Claudius the second. There are
legends surrounding Valentine’s actions while in prison.
“One of the men who was to judge him in line with the Roman law at the time
was a man called Asterius, whose daughter was blind. He was supposed to have
prayed with and healed the young girl with such astonishing effect that Asterius
himself became Christian as a result.”
In the year 269 AD, Valentine was sentenced to a three part execution of a beating,
stoning, and finally decapitation all because of his stand for Christian marriage.
The story goes that the last words he wrote were in a note to Asterius’ daughter.
He inspired today’s romantic missives by signing it, “from your Valentine.”
“What Valentine means to me as a priest,” explains Father O’Gara, “is that there
comes a time where you have to lay your life upon the line for what you believe.
And with the power of the Holy Spirit we can do that -- even to the point of death.”
Valentine’s martyrdom has not gone unnoticed by the general public. In fact,
Whitefriars Street Church is one of three churches that claim to house the remains
of Valentine. Today, many people make the pilgrimage to the church to honor the
courage and memory of this Christian saint.
“Valentine has come to be known as the patron saint of lovers. Before you enter
Get Your Tickets for the Shining Star Dinner
Tickets are available for the North Branford Education Foundation’s Shining Star Dinner. The dinner will take place on Thursday March 10 at Woodwinds in Branford and tickets are $45. per person.
Honorees this year will be Terri and Jimmy Espostio of T.J. Launderette, Brandi Little, Chris Manner and Donald Winnicki. The “stars” are recognized for their volunteer services to the community
especially their services to our youth.
Tickets can be purchased at the Board of Education Central Office in
Northford, T.J. Launderette or Jerome Harrison School. For tickets, advertisements for the ad book or more information please call Frank Mentone at
203-410-4254.
into a Christian marriage you want some sense of God
in your life -- some great need of God in your life.
And we know, particularly in the modern world, many
people are meeting God through his Son, Jesus Christ.”
“If Valentine were here today, he would say to married couples that there comes a time where you’re
going to have to suffer. It’s not going to be easy to
maintain your commitment and your vows in marriage.
Don’t be surprised if the ‘gushing’ love that you have
for someone changes to something less “gushing” but
maybe much more mature. And the question is, is that
young person ready for that?”
“So on the day of the marriage they have to take
that into context,” Father O’Gara says. “Love -- human love and sexuality is wonderful, and blessed by
God -- but also the shadow of the cross. That’s what
Valentine means to me.”
Happy Valentine’s Day
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EDITORIAL
Totoket Times February 5, 2016
State Representative Vincent Candelora
Connecticut’s Spending Cap
In 1992, the Connecticut voters,
by a margin of 4 to 1, approved an
amendment to the constitution to
implement a spending cap. The
purpose of the “spending cap” was
to limit the increase in year-to-year
spending by tying it to inflation and
economic growth. When the legislature had approved the $1 billion
income tax, this measure was meant to prevent runaway spending. The
cap served as a trade for the state taking more money from residents with
the income tax and to demonstrate that it would be more controlled in its
spending of those funds.
In order to bring force and effect to this constitutional amendment, the
General Assembly by a three-fifths affirmative vote was required to define
in statute the elements that contribute to the spending cap calculation, which
involves factoring in “increases in personal income”; “increases in inflation”; and “general budget expenditures”. Over twenty years has passed
and these words still remain undefined; and recently the Attorney General
ruled that without these definitions, the constitutional spending cap has no
force and effect.
During deficit mitigation this past month, Republicans insisted on a vote
to define the spending cap as part of our long term structural changes for
Connecticut. Public Act 15-1 fell short of creating such a definition, rather
the Democrats agreed to form a commission which will make recommendations and report back next year, after the election. We need to start the
conversation now.
As we approach the start of a new session, Republicans will renew this
debate. It is critical that we implement these definitions through the public
hearing and committee process. We need to begin the process of bringing
long term stability to Connecticut’s fiscal health. Without it, I fear that more
businesses like GE will leave. I am hopeful our legislators have learned
from this move and will take the important step in bringing meaning and
force to our constitutional spending cap.
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February will be BETTER
Next Recycling & e-Waste Event
Saturday, April 9th 2016 - 9am to noon
North Branford Recycling Center
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This is a free public service for town residents to discard electronic waste
properly.
Please do not leave e-waste (including TVs, computers, printers)
curbside; it will not get picked up.
Residents may also drop off: cell phones, empty propane & helium
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Please remember that we will not accept paper of any type;
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*Charge for helium tanks and size-based charge for propane tanks.
Call for more info at recycling hotline: 203-484-4091
As a safety reminder, please only drop off propane tanks at North
Branford Recycling Center at the Public Works Facility during
e-waste recycling events. Leaving propane tanks in an unattended
area can be dangerous to others.
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PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE
By Attorney Marc P. Guertin
Many of my clients have what I would call an “If I die” attitude (at least
in the beginning of our relationship). They plan or don’t plan based on the
fact that they “might” die (that’s where the “if” comes in). The conversation
typically goes something like this: “Well, if I die I would like my house to
go to my daughter.” I chuckle a little bit and usually say something like,
“If you die… Oh, you’re going to die!!”
In a way we are no different than a carton of milk in that we all have
an “expiration date.” Ironically, many people plan more for the expiring
carton of milk than for their own expiration date. I have a few clients who
honestly believe they are not going to die at all. They seem to be quite
rational in all other ways but on the question of death they are swimming
in denial. My question to them usually is “If you are immortal, why have
you chosen New Haven county to live… forever?”
Death should not be dealt with as a distant abstract possibility, a dark
horse candidate or a long shot. Your estate plan should reflect what happens
when you die, not if you die.
So what happens if you like swimming in denial and you don’t make a
plan? Fear not, the State of Connecticut has a plan for you. Because you
left no direction, the State’s intestacy laws will dictate where your assets
go; and your assets may not go to who you think they would. Assuming
that you do not want the State of Connecticut to do the planning for you,
a properly drafted Last Will and Testament or a Trust will ensure that your
final wishes (regarding what happens to all of your stuff) are honored. It
is important to acknowledge that you have a finite amount of time in this
world and to plan accordingly.
Looking for a way to get started? Guertin and Guertin, LLC will be hosting a workshop on February 27 at 10am titled Coffee, Donuts and Trusts.
We will cover the finer points of coffee and donuts with an overview of
many different kinds of Trusts thrown in as well. This workshop will be
held at our offices at 26 Broadway in North Haven. Call my office (203)
234-7400 to reserve your spot. Seating is limited so please call ahead.
Marc Guertin, is a partner at Guertin and Guertin, LLC. Guertin and
Guertin, LLC is dedicated to Estate Planning, Elder Law, Trust and Probate
Administration. He is co-author of Planning for the Future: A Practical
Guide to estate Planning and Avoiding Bad Heir Days. Visit Guertin and
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10 Facts about Abraham Lincoln
February 12, 1809-April 15, 1865
Abraham Lincoln was the President of the United States during the
Civil War and one of the great figures in American history. Expand your
knowledge and appreciation of Lincoln’s legacy with these amazing facts.
Fact 1: The young Abraham Lincoln described himself as “a piece of
floating driftwood.”
Fact 2: Abraham Lincoln argued a case in front of the United States
Supreme Court—and lost. North Branford Fire Department 2015 Statistics
North Branford Fire Department continues to provide the highest
quality of emergency and non-emergency life safety services to the citizens
and visitors in our community. Through the department’s commitment to
continuous improvement, staff development and implementing new and
innovative programs to create greater economic efficiencies and improve
emergency service effectiveness to North Branford residents. In compliance
with National Fire Protection Standards (NFPA) 1720, Standards for the
Organization and Deployment of Fire Suppression Operations, Emergency
Medical Operations and Special Operations to the Public by Volunteer Fire
Departments, the North Branford Fire Department exceeds the national
consensus standard, on scene within 7 minutes after dispatch.
During 2015 North Branford fire department personnel answered 1956
calls for service. The dollar loss related to fire damaged property during
this period was $241,700. Property saved was in excess of 24 million dollars.
Types of Calls:
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Motor Vehicle Accidents
Hazardous Conditions
Public Service
False Alarms
Other Emergency Responses
Total Calls for 2015
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As a cooperative and collaborative partner with our contiguous jurisdictions, North Branford Fire Department provided and or received mutual
aid for 108 Fire/EMS incidents during the year, including the towns of
East Haven, Branford, Guilford, North Haven, North Madison, Durham,
Wallingford and the City of New Haven.
Carbon Monoxide, What you need to know:
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that interferes with
the delivery of oxygen in the blood to the rest of the body. It is produced by
incomplete combustion of fuels that include coal, wood, charcoal, natural
gas, propane, and fuel oil. Problems can arise as a result of improper installation, maintenance, or inadequate venation. The symptoms are sometimes
confused with the flu or food poisoning. Infants, elderly, pregnant women,
and people with heart or respiratory illness are particularly at high risk from
the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning. Nationally an estimated 300
people a year die as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning and thousands
of others end up in the emergency room.
What you need to do: Ensure that all fuel burning appliances are properly adjusted and maintained. Have annual inspections of heating systems,
chimney and flues. Never leave a car running in the garage. Install a carbon
monoxide detector near your sleeping area.
If your CO detector goes off, or if everyone in the house are experience
flue like symptoms that improve when you’re not home, call 911 and get
out of the house.
Fact 3: Abraham Lincoln is the only president in American history to
hold a patent.
Fact 4: Lincoln lost five separate elections before being elected
president.
Fact 5: Lincoln risked his life while fulfilling his duties as
commander-in-chief of the American military.
Fact 6: Lincoln violated some civil liberties to further the war effort.
Fact 7: Lincoln proclaimed all persons held as slaves in states of the
rebellion “forever free.”
Fact 9: Lincoln desired a forgiving Reconstruction.
Fact 10: Lincoln was not the only member of his administration to be
attacked on the night of April 14, 1865.
Sources:Donald, David Herbert. Lincoln. New York: Simon and
Schuster, 1995.
Williams, Harry T. Lincoln and His Generals. New York: Random
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SCHOOL
Totoket Times February 5, 2016
Jerome Harrison First Wellness Fair
Jerome Harrison
Elementary School
in North Branford
hosted their first
ever Wellness Fair on
Thursday, January 28
in the gym. Students in
kindergarten, first grade,
and second grade all
participated by leading
class presentations/interactive exhibits about
aspects of health and
wellness. Topics presented by
the students included healthy foods, the
benefits of water, hand-washing, germs, sleep, mindful breathing, yoga,
karate, physical activity, food groups, the dangers of sugar, and many
more. Students and classes presented and taught throughout the day to
visiting parents, community members, teachers and students; the North
Branford Community was impressed with how knowledgeable and articulate our
students were about their topics. Each student also left the event with their own bag including
items/information about wellness thanks to the support of the
PTO. The event was also supported by the JHS “Dream Team”,
which is a committed group of North Branford High School students that
serve as mentors to JHS K-2 students. Additionally, the Quinnipiac
University’s Women’s Track and Field Team participated in the event and
educated students on the benefits of physical activity through an
interactive activity. By the end of the day over 300 visitors came to the
event to celebrate wellness and learn from our students. The event was
organized by JHS First Grade teacher, Katie Ayotte and the school wellness
committee. The event is another way that the school continues to showcase
student learning and invite the community to partner with education.
Health and Wellness is certainly alive on North Branford and at Jerome
Harrison Elementary School.
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Appetizer choice of:
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10 oz. filet mignon served with a baked potato and vegetables
Twin stuffed lobster tails, served with a baked potato and vegetables
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Pork Ala Rabe - boneless pork layered with broccoli robe, sun dried
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SCHOOL
North Branford Public Schools
PreSchool Role Model Screening
February 19, 2016
Project PRIDE is a special education preschool located at Jerome Harrison School, North Branford, CT. The program incorporates children
without disabilities to model appropriate social, language and play skills
within preschool activities. This program meets four days a week (Monday through Thursday) with two sessions (morning 9:00-11:30, afternoon
12:45-3:15). The program is seeking three and four-year-old children with
typically-developing skills to serve as role models in our classes for the
2016-2017 school year.
To be enrolled as a role model peer, children must pass a preschool screening which assesses cognitive, speech-language, motor and social skills. Role
model peers must be toilet trained. If parents are interested, please contact
Mrs. Kohler at 203-484-1235, to schedule a screening appointment. The
screening will take approximately 30 minutes.
The names of children who pass the screening will be placed in a lottery
that will take place in February or as soon as enough candidates have applied. Parents will be notified by phone in February if their child is selected.
Children who are selected will participate at no cost. However, transportation must be provided by the parent.
THEY MAKE US PROUD
Sean Halligan and Jesse Walters were named to the Dean’s List at
Western New England University in Springfield, MA.
Mia Doody was named to the Dean’s List at the State University of
New York College of Technology at Delhi.
Allison Faracias spent the Fall semester at the American College of
Greece in Greece. Allison is a student at Stonehill College in MA.
Kyle Hottin, Ronald Kaiser, Nicole Romanella, Michael Funaro,
Melissa Hayes, Stephanie Hogan and Bryce Mase were named to
the Dean’s List at Eastern Connecticut State University.
Dylan Podbielski was named to the Dean’s List at Stonehill College
in MA.
Nicole Esposito was named to the Dean’s List at Colby-Sawyer
College in New Hampshire.
Rachel Hernandez was named to the Dean’s List at at the University
of Vermont.
Danielle Hottin was named to the Dean’s List at Lasell College in
Newton, MA.
Sarah Torzillo, Erika D’Angelo and Robert DellaCamera were
named to the Dean’s List at the University of Hartford.
Caitlyn Lyon, Christopher Glifort and Tara Matteo were named to
the Dean’s List at the University of Rhode Island.
Stephanie Pantera was named to the Dean’s Lsit at Assumption
College in Worcester, MA.
Colby Carlo was named to the Dean’s List at Mount Ida College in
Newton, MA.
Evan Diaz was named to the Dean’s List at the University of New
Hampshire.
Wee Care of North Branford, Inc.
Daycare and Preschool
At Wee Care of North Branford, Inc. all day preschool is available for
children ages 3-6 from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Some
of the highlights of the program are:
-Two licensed Preschool Teachers
-Curriculum and disciplinary procedures aligned with local kindergarten classes
-Teacher directed learning centers
-Morning lessons reinforced by afternoon activities
-Extracurricular activities at no extra cost including Yoga, Music, Library visits, and Science classes
Openings
currently available.
1680 Foxon Road (Rt. 80)
North Branford, CT
203-481-3909
www.weecarenb.com
SPORTS
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SPORTS
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Girls Going to State Tournament
The North Branford
High School girl’s basketball team defeated
Haddam Killingworth
63 - 44 to gain their
eighth victory of the
year. That victory gives
them enough wins to
gain a spot in the State
Tournament. Sabrina
LeMere netted 25 points
while Gabby Augur had
13, Danielle Ramada had
11 and Morgan Violette
chipped in with 10. LeHEERLEADERS On THE ISE
mere added 8 assist, 5
(PHOTO By TOM ZAMPAnO)
steals and 2 rebounds.
Free Baseball Clinic for Youth Players,
In a recent game, junior
Kelly Oliver hits a
Parents and Coaches
lay up, while Morgan
Sponsored by the Southern Connecticut Diamond Club, Inc.
Violette looks on. (Photo
The Southern Connecticut Diamond Club, Inc. has announced the date
by Tom Zampano).
for its annual free youth baseball clinic. The event will be held Saturday,
March 5, 10:00 a.m. at Yale’s Coxe Cage, 257 Derby Avenue, New Haven.
This is a unique opportunity to gain baseball insight from some of the best
current and former local high school and college coaches. The event is
open to all players with a suggested age of 7 – 12, as well as parents and
youth coaches.
The Diamond Club clinic promotes the game of baseball by sharing ideas
and best practices through the instructions of experienced, successful local
coaches. Teaching will focus on fundamentals and techniques that will help
players compete and play the game of baseball the right way.
For more information, or to pre-register, email the organization at info@
southernCTdiamondclub.org
About the Southern Connecticut Diamond Club, Inc.
The Southern Connecticut Diamond Club, Inc. is a 501(3)c organization
that works to foster and promote the great game of baseball in the region.
It is a network of local baseball professionals and volunteers who spread the
goodwill of the game. This is done through education, skills clinics, fundraisers, awards and recognitions. For more information, visit us online at
www.southernCTdiamondclub.org and “Like” us on https://www.facebook.
com/SouthernCTDiamondClub
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North Branford All Stars
The North Branford All Stars recently teamed up to challenge the
Harlem Superstars at the High School Gym. The smiling fans behind the
team, joined more than 400, to help raise more than $2,500 for the North
Branford Education Foundation.
The spectators enjoyed a fun night as they participated in the game and
enjoyed pizza from Louie’s Slice Pizza in North Branford.
The NBEF runs these events, to raise money for grants and scholarships
to enhance the education of the young people in the community. Anyone
wishing to join the Foundation or make a contribution is asked to call
Frank Mentone at 203-410-4254.
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2400 Foxon Rd.
North Branford
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• NB Hoops
• Gives Back Night
Tuesday, February 16th, 7:00PM
Come watch the North Branford Thunderbirds
take on the Haddam Killingworth Cougars
Bring a non-perishable food item for the
Food Pantry of North Branford
and get a chance to win a door prize at half time.
Let’sfilltheshelvesoftheFoodPantry
and show how North Branford cares!
Questions?: Email Jeanne Jamieson at
[email protected]
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SPORTS
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Boys & Girls Indoor Track
The North Branford High School
Boys/Girls Indoor Track Team competed in the Haddam Killingworth Track
and Field Invitational meet on Saturday,
January 16th at the Floyd Little Athletic
Center in New Haven. There were over
40 schools represented at the meet. All
the athletes did quite well in the very
competitive field.
Top individual finishers were as follows: Catie Moran placed 6th in the 55m
Hurdles at 9.3, Winnie Chan placed 8th
in the High Jump at 4’10”, Jenna Bryden
placed 9th in the 300 Meter Run at 45.3,
Jessica Zumbo placed 10th in the 55
Meter Dash at 7.6, Deanna Sgambato
th
placed 10 in the Pole Vault at 7’, Nina Robertson placed 12th in the High
Jump at 4’8”, Michael Madoule placed 14th in the 600 Meter Run at 1.31.7
and Maggie Dulak placed 16th in the 1000 Meter Run at 3:24.7.
Top relay finishers were the boys 4x200 Relay Team of Jacob Marshal,
Michael Odell, Jason Alaska and Christian Diaz placing 11th at 1:42.2,
the girls 4x800 Meter Relay Team of Holly Dulak, Maggie Dulak, Olivia
Hemstock and Jillian Damiani placed 13th at 11:23.4 and the girls 4x200
Relay Team of Jenna Bryden, Erika Chironno, Jess Zumbo and Grace Little
placed 16th at 1:59.8.
Personal records were reached by Emily Muzyka in the Shot Put with a
throw of 26’04.5” Holly Dulak in the 1000 Meter Run at 3:31.1and Isaac
Cammarata in the 1600 Meter Run with a time of 5:03.6.
The North Branford High School Boys/Girls Indoor Track Team competed
in Shoreline League Meet #2 recently held at the Floyd Little Athletic Center
in New Haven on Friday, January 22nd.
Girls results for the relays are as follows: 4x800 Relay 3rd at 11:16.2
(Maggie Dulak, Holly Dulak, Jillian Damiani and Olivia Hemstock), 4x200
Relay 5th at 1:57.4 (Erika Chironno, Jess Zumbo, Jenna Bryden and Grace
Little) and Sprint Medley Relay Team 7th at 5:01.2 (Maggie Dulak, Holly
Dulak, Olivia Hemstock and Erika Chironno).
Top individual places for the girls were: 55M Hurdles – Catie Moran 3rd
at 9.2, 55 M Dash – Jess Zumbo 3rd at 7.7 and Erika Chironno 5th at 8.0,
1000 Meters – Maggie Dulak 5th at 3:22.7 and Holly Dulak 13th at 3:27.7,
1600m Run – Jillian Damiani 14th at 6:44.8, 300 Meters – Jenna Bryden 3rd
at 44.6 and Ana Pavic 9th at 46.9, High Jump – Winnie Chan 3rd at 4’10”,
Nina Robertson 4th at 4’6” and Joselyn Streeto 7th at 4’4”, Long Jump –
Deanna Sgambato 7th at 13’10.25” and Winnie Chan 16th at 12’11”, Pole
Vault – Deanna Sgambato 6th at 7’ and Shot Put – Carly Monge 9th 25’7”
and Jordan McGovern 14th at 23’04”.
Boys results for the relays are as follows: 4x800 Relay 5th at 10:20.1
(Michael Madoule, Austin Gibilisco, Isaac Cammarata and Parker Nadeau)
, 4x200 Relay Team 3rd at 1:41.0 (Jason Alaska, Michael Odell, Christian
Diaz and Jacob Marshall), and Sprint Medley Relay Team 7th at 4:57.6
(Jason Ash, Patrick Miconi, Tony Pavic and Pat Fisher).
Top individual places for the boys were: 55M Dash – Jason Alaska 2nd
at 6.8, Jacob Marshall 4th at 7.0, Christian Diaz 5th at 7.1, Michael Odell 7th
at 7.31, 300 Meters – Jacob Marshall 6th at 39.7, Michael Madoule 7th at
39.8, Michael Odell 9th at 40.3, Jason Alaska 11th at 40.7, 600 Meters – Michael Madoule 3rd at 1:32.2 and Austin Gibilisco 6th at 1:36.6, 3200 Meters
- Isaac Cammarata 8th at 11:17.9 and High Jump – Pat Fisher 10th at 4’10”.
Photo Provided: Catie Moran placed 6th in the 55 meter hurdles with
a time of 9.3 seconds, at the Haddam killingworth Meet. Catie is a senior
who has been with the program for 4 years.
BEST GAMES IN TOWN
Boys Basketball
Friday
2/5
Tuesday
2/9
Friday
2/12
Monday
2/15
Thursday
2/18
Hockey
Saturday
2/6
Wednesday 2/10
Saturday
2/13
Wednesday 2/17
Girls Basketball
Friday
2/5
Tuesday
2/9
Friday
2/12
Monday
2/15
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Guilford
East Haven
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7:30
3:45
5:45
7:45
@ Cromwell
Coginchaug
Valley Regional
H-K
7:00
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7:00
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RECREATION
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North Branford
Parks & Recreation and Senior Center
1332 Middletown Ave, Northford 203-484-6017
Youth Open Gym
Fridays 4:00 - 7:45 p.m.
STW Community Center gymnasium open for youth play (grades 7-12).
Bring school ID for entry.
Youth Fitness Center Memberships (grades 9-12)
Monday - Friday, after school - 8:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 6:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.
$5/month
BUS TRIPS
MAPLE SUGAR MADNESS – North Hadley, MA
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 Cost: $90 resident / $95 non-resident
Take a guided tour through the North Hadley Sugar Shack then off to
Champney’s Restaurant at the Deerfield Inn for lunch. Final stop –
Kringle Candle – a scent to experience!
MAN OF LAMANCHA — WESTCHESTER DINNER THEATER
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30 Cost: $100 resident / $105 non-resident
Enjoy a delightful and delicious pre-show lunch before watching this
Tony Award winning show which features the classic “The Impossible
Dream.” Man of La Mancha is a magical tale of the knight Don Quixote
who is on a quest to restore chivalry and claim the lady he loves.
ELLIS ISLAND & STATUE OF LIBERTY. SATURDAY, APRIL 16
Cost: Adults
$73 resident / $78 non-resident
12 years & under
$64 resident / $69 non-resident
Stand under the recreated historic canopy at Ellis Island – the same point
where immigrants began the process toward American Citizenship. Trip
includes ferry ticket and entry to the Pedestal Museum at the base of the
Statue of Liberty. Ferry ticket allows you to depart Liberty park and get
off at both Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty Island.
WEST POINT DRESS PARADE SATURDAY, APRIL 30
Cost: $97 resident / $102 non-resident
View the famous West Point Dress Parade as the Cadets march in full
uniform, presenting arms in unison. Enjoy lunch at the Hotel Thayer for
their Bountiful Buffet, then off to a guided tour of West Point highlights
Cadet Chapel, Trophy Point, and Hudson River lookout.
PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS
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Learn to Play Guitar (7- Adult) -- Thurs, Mar 23 – May 12 from 6:30 7:15 p.m. at STW $45 resident/$50 non-resident
Children’s Karate (6-9yrs) – Sat, Feb 6 - Feb 27, 10:15 - 10:45 a.m. at
Tom Smith’s Chinese Kempo Academy $45 resident/$50 non-residentTotal Conditioning Teens (13-19) -- Weds, Feb 17 – Mar 23, 2:45 - 4:00
p.m. at STW $40 resident/$45 non-resident
Jazz & Hip Hop (5 - 8 yrs) -- Thurs, Mar 10 - May 5 (no class on Apr
21), 4:15 - 5:00 p.m. at STW $35 resident/$40 non-resident
ADULT ACTIVITIES
NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course - Saturday, February 20, 9:00 a.m. –
6:00 p.m. Meet at the STW Community Center and finish at a local gun
range.$150 resident / $155 non-resident
Strongercise – Mon & Fri, February 1 – March 11, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., at
STW $30res/$35nr
Total Conditioning – Tues, Mar 15 – May 10, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. (no class
Feb 16), at STW $70res/$75nr
Yoga Basics – Mondays, Mar 21 - May 9, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., at STW
$55res/$60nr
Adult Archery Fun Shoot – Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00P at STW
Gymnasium $45 res/$50 nr From the beginner to more advanced adult
archers will have fun and hone their skills with the recurve bow. All
equipment provided. Personal equipment must be approved by the
instructor (Recurve bows only. Max 35# draw.)
North Branford Senior Center
8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Activities throughout the week days
Hot Lunch available Monday – Friday, 12:00 p.m. $3
Transportation available. Call 203-484-6017 for more information.
SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES
Estate Planning 101 With Attorney Bryan Etter
Learn the basics of powers of attorney, wills & trusts and the benefits to
your family of good preparation. February 8, 10:30 a.m. ~ FREE
Valentine’s Day Lunch -- FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12th 12:00 p.m. $3.00
pp / Sign-up required
St. Patrick’s Day Lunch -- THURSDAY, MARCH 17th, 12:00 p.m.
$10.00 pp/ Sign-up is required
Seating at 12:00 or Take-Out between 11:00 - 12:30
Senior Tai Chi—Thurs, March 17- June 2, 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. $15
Don’t forget….we have NEW extended hours for the
Pre-school Karate (3-5yrs) – Sat, Feb 6 - Feb 27, 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. at
Tom Smith’s Chinese Kempo Academy $45 resident/$50 non-resident
Ballet ‘N Rhythm (2-3 yrs) – Weds, Mar 9 – Apr 27 from 9:15 - 10:00
a.m. at STW $45 resident / $50 non-resident
Ballet & Tap Combo (3-6 yrs) -- Sat, Mar 12 – Apr 30 from 8:00 - 9:00
a.m. at STW $35 resident / $40 non-resident
YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Archery (8-14yrs)--Weds, Mar 2 – April 5 from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. at
STW $45 resident/$50 non-resident -- Learn basic skills using the classic
recurve bow. Practice great shooting habits and learn to put your arrow in
the bullseye every time.
Intro to Drums (6 -14yrs) -- Thurs, Mar 23 – May 12 from 4:30 - 5:15
p.m. at STW $45 resident/$50 non-resident
Learn to Sing (6 -14 yrs) -- Thurs, Mar 23 – May 12 from 5:30 - 6:15
p.m. at STW $45 resident/$50 non-resident
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CHURCH
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CHURCH DIRECTORY
Branford Bible Chapel. 212 Branford Rd., corner of Twin Lakes Rd. 203-488-3586. Sunday
morning : 9:15 - 10:30 Worship & Lord’s Supper, 11:00 -12:15 Ministering of God’s Word &
Sunday School. . Nursery provided. Awana for kids, vacation Bible School, missions & outreach
programs. www.branfordbiblechapel.org
North Branford Congregational Church, UCC. 1680 Foxon Rd., North Branford, CT, 203488-8456 or [email protected] or www.northbranfordcongregational.org. Office Hours:
Wednesday through Friday, 9:00 - 1:00pm. We worship every Sunday at 10:00am. Nursery care
available. Get to know us by joining us for Coffee Hour following Services. The second Sunday
of every month is Family Sunday when the children remain with their parents during the Service.
This is followed by our second Sunday Brunch. Holy Communion is on the first Sunday of every
month. Church School through grade 8 meets during worship. All are wecome no matter who
you are, no matter where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.
Northford Congregational Church. United Church of Christ. Church is located on Old Post
Rd., ( corner of Rte 17 and Rte 22), PO Box 191 Northford. Phone 203-484-0795, Fax 203-4849916.. email; [email protected]. Reverend Kathryn King. Pastor. Jane K. Leschuk Minister of
Music. Worship service and Sunday School, 10:00AM. Join us for coffee hour following worship.
Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month. Office hours, Monday an Wednesday 10am
- 1pm. Like us on Facebook.Our website is www.northfordcongregationalchurch.com
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Middletown Ave. (Rte 22 & 17) Northford. 203-484-0895.
or http://standrewsnorthford.orgWe are a member of the Middlesex Area Cluster Ministry. The
Reverend Jim Bradley, Interim Missioner in charge of MACM, 203-525-6846. The Cluster office
is 860-345-0058. Sunday morning Eucharist is 10am. We have a rotating clergy & choir during
the academic year. Join us for coffee and fellowship following service. All are welcome. Like us
on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/standrewsnorthford,
St. Augustine Roman Catholic Church. The church is located at 30 Caputo Rd., North
Branford. The Parochial Administrator is Reverend Robert Turner and Deacons are John Hart
& Robert Macaluso. Daily Mass and Homily are celebrated Mondays & Wednesdays at 9am. On
weekends, Mass is celebrated on Saturday at 4pm & 11am on Sunday mornings. The Sacrament
of Reconciliation is celebrated every Saturday afternoon from 3:00 - 3:30PM In addition, you can
make an appointment for reconciliation by calling the parish office at 203-484-0403. If you are
new to the area and are looking for a parish family to join, please visit us. You can contact the
church office at 203-484-0403 or fax 203-484-0132 weekdays, 9am to 1pm or visit us online at
www.staugustinenobfdct.com
St. Monica Roman Catholic Church. The Church is located at 1331 Middletown Ave. Northford. The Parochial Administrator is Reverend Robert Turner and the Deacons are William B.
Bergers, Louis P. Fusco and Joseph Marenna. Weekend Masses are celebrated on Saturdays at
5:30pm and Sunday at 9am. Weekday Masses are Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 9am. The
Sacarment of Reconciliation is celebrated Saturday morning from 8:30 - 9:00AM. In addition,
you can make an appointment for Reconciliation by calling our parish office. You can contact the
parish office by calling 203-484-9226 or fax 203-484-1189 Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and
Fridays 10am - 2pm. You can contact the Education Center at 203-484-2434 Mondays, Tuesdays,
Wednesdays and Fridays, 9am to 2pm.
Zion Episcopal Church. 326 Notch Hill Rd., North Branford. 203-488-7395. The Reverend
Lucy LaRocca, Vicar; Sunday Holy Eucharist 8 &10am. Coffee hour follows both services. Child
care available. Email; www.zionepiscopalchurch.org.
DEATH NOTICES
Kevin Michael Augur, 60, of North Haven
passed away on Tuesday January 19, 2016 at Yale
New Haven Hospital/ St. Raphael Campus. Kevin
was born in New Haven on April 21, 1955; son
of the late Charles M. and Eleanor White Augur
and was the owner of Augur Farms. Father of
Bryan Augur (Kim), Wayne Augur (Jamie), Kevin
Augur, Jr., Amy Doody (Patrick), Christopher
Augur, Elizabeth Orellana (Jorge) and the late
Jason Augur. Grandfather of Connor, Jacob, Wyatt
and Cheyenne. Brother of Eleanor Augur, Barbara
Villecco, Kathleen Smith (Richard), Ruth Adinolfi (Gerald) and the late Raymond Augur. Also survived by his beloved
AlexAndra DellaCamera. Predeceased by his brother-in-law Pat Villecco.
Patricia A. Ward Holmes, 88, of North Branford, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January
24, 2016 at the Atria at Larson Place, Hamden. She
was the wife of the late Frederick L. Holmes, Jr.
Patricia was born in Riverdale, New York on December 13, 1927; daughter of the late Martin J. and
Madeline R. Tierney Ward and was a parishioner
of St. Augustine Church for 60 years. Mother of
Patricia (Carl) Berlepsch, Jill (Gregory) Fee and
the late Frederick Lee Holmes III. Grandmother
of Patricia L. Berlepsch and Edward D. Fee. Sister of Joan Camposano,
Martin (Connie) Ward and the late Madeline Field and Dolores Leeper. Also
survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Lunch & Learn: Avoiding Slips, Trips and Falls
Are you concerned about your risk of falling? Cheryl Olson, Masonicare
at Home’s program manager of mobile health technologies, will present
“Slips, Trips and Falls” – a discussion about what you can do to prevent
falls in the home. This free program will be held on Friday, February
26 at the Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street. The presentation will
begin at 11:30 a.m. with complimentary lunch to follow. Kindly RSVP to
the Meriden Public Library at 203-630-6349 by Feb. 19. Masonicare is not for profit and provides educational programs for adults
and caregivers as a public service to the community.
Tax Information Available Online
Turkey Dinner at
As a service to the taxpayers of North Branford, once again the information
needed to complete your federal and state tax returns is available
North Branford Congregational Church
Come to a bountiful Turkey Dinner with all the fixings at the North Bran- online. If you don’t have the stamped/validated tax bills as your records,
ford Congregational Church, Route 80, North Branford, Ct. on Saturday, you can visit the Town’s website
www.townofnorthbranfordct.com
February 20, 2016 at 6:P.M.
and click on the
Adult dinners are $15.00 , Children under 12 are $10.00 and children under Online Services link (on the right side of the menu bar).
five eat free. Proceeds are to help replace the ancient commercial ovens.
It will bring you to a page that has several functions that are available for
For further information and to reserve tickets contact Diane Farley at 203
you to utilize. Once you click on the one that says
467 7470. Reservations should be made by February 15, 2016.
“How Much Tax Did I Pay in 2015”
and provide your name or list number, it will give you the information. Taxpayers that have vehicles listed differently (as simple as a middle initial
on some and not on others) must search by each possible name combinaNBCC hopes to provide an oasis of peace, love, and welcome to all in tion to insure that you gather all the information you need. If you have any
the community. Come and worship with us at 1680 Foxon Road (Rte 80), questions, please contact the Tax Department at 203-484-6011.
North Branford, CT. Share this special season during Lent by asking a
friend or family member who has been away from the church to attend
service with you.
presented by the North Branford Women’s Club
February 10, 2016 @ 7pm – Ash Wednesday/Taize Service – Providing
centering and peace through contemplative prayer.
*A Prayer and Taize Services will be held every Wednesday from the
Wednesday, February 17th
start of Lent up to Holy Week @7:00 pm in the church chapel.
For more information please call the church office at 203.488.8456
Ash Wednesday and Lenten Schedule
North Branford Congregational Church
Winter Snowman Story Time
Annual Corned Beef Dinner
Come out and enjoy a home-cooked, traditional Irish meal! Mouth-watering corned beef & cabbage dinners and sandwiches all day at the Knights
of St. Patrick’s Hall on State Street in New Haven on Sunday, February 21,
2016. Tickets purchased at the door only. Open seating 1- 5 PM. Hot dogs
and chips available for the kids. $15 adults/$6 kids. Contributions will help
support the New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade to be held Sunday, March
13, 2016 at 1:00 PM.
@ 10:30am
ATWATER LIBRARY
Children’s Room
Stories, craft, songs & a snack.
Recommended for ages 2-5.
Registration required.
Sign up in the children’s room
or call 203-315-6020
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Greg Tech Computer Services. Certified technician. On site support
for PCs & Macs. Repairs, virus removals, wireless & network setups.
Software installations, computer training, upgrades, hardware and printer
repairs. Call 203-671-7525 or e-mail [email protected]
ELECTRICIANS
TJC Electrical Services - No Job too small or big. Service upgrade &
Generator Specials. Call Tom Cassella at 203-619-2823. Licensed &
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PAINTING
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freshly painted room or two! Sole proprietor so no worries about a
house full of strangers. Celebrating 30 years. BBB A+ rated! Trimworks
Painting. Lic # 0619599. 7 am-7pm 203 484-9181
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PLUMBING
John DiMaggio Plumbing - Residential/Commercial repairs/remodeling.
Big or small. Water Heater Specials! Licensed & Insured.
Call 203 - 627 - 6826 or 203-484-4822. References available.
SERVICES
Power Equipment Repair - “The Mower Whisperer”. We service all
brands of yard & snow equipment. Reasonable rates, pickup and delivery
available.Call Mark at 203-500-6011.
Handyman Services - Electrical work, plumbing repair and
installations, carpentry work, dryer vents cleaned or repaired, yard work,
dump runs etc. All general home repairs. Call Pete at 203-804-6373.
HELP WANTED
Floral Designers and Delivery people needed for Valentine’s Day.
EARN EXTRA CASH! Apply in sperson or call Petals 2 Go in Central
Plaza in North Brnaford. 203-484-7800.
Place your classified ad on this page and
let your community know about your
services, needs or items for sale.
Call 203-410-4254!
Time To Donate Those Used Books
The Friends of the North Branford Libraries are accepting donations of
gently used books for the 2016 Book Sale. Donations will be accepted
at either the Atwater Memorial or the Edward Smith libraries beginning
this Saturday, February 6th. Donations will ONLY be accepted on Saturdays. Books must be in bags or boxes.
The 2016 Book Sale will be held on Saturday, April 30th at the Jerome
Harrison School from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with free parking. All proceeds
benefit both Town libraries and support such items as: the Childrens Summer Reading Program, the purchase of museum passes, books on tape, the
annual “Puzzle Off” and both adult and childrens programming.
Volunteers are needed to sort the collection and to assist the weekend of
the sale. Call 203-481-2730 for further information.
Northford Women’s Club
3rd Annual Comedy Night
The Northford Women’s Club will be presenting its third annual comedy
night on Friday, April 1, 2016. This fun night will be held at Fantasia in
North Haven. The event will start at 7:00pm. The cost is $40 per person
which includes a full family style dinner and the comedy show. A cash bar
will be available. We will also have a wonderful raffle.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Manes & Motions Therapeutic
Riding Center. The balance will support our charity budget which is used to
make donations to many local projects such as the Food Pantry, the North
Branford Scholarship Association, the Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter, the
Alzheimer’s Association, Veteran’s projects, Project Graduation, Edward
Smith Library as well as others.
For tickets, please contact Michele at [email protected] or
203-717-2203. The Northford Women’s Club is a member of the General
Federation of Women’s Club.
TOWN OF NORTH BRANFORD
BOARD OF ASSESSMENT APPEALS
Property owners wishing to appeal their assessment must file a written application NOT LATER THAN FEBRUARY 20, 2016 in order
to schedule a hearing with the Board of Assessment Appeals for Real
Estate and Personal Property on the October 1, 2015 Grand List and
Motor Vehicles on the 2014 Supplemental List.
Applications are available on line or in the Assessor’s Office. Please
return the form by February 20, 2016 to:
Board of Assessment Appeals
c/o Assessor’s Office
Town of North Branford
909 Foxon Road, North Branford, CT 06471
Hearings will be scheduled on March 7, 8, 15 and 16, 2016.
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Dan Combs Real Estate Introduces New Agents
Dan Combs Real Estate,Inc. located in Wallingford at 215 North Main Street is
pleased to announce two new member of our Real Estate sales team!
Herb Jackson is a West Haven native and now resides in Wallingford. Herb is a member of the Middlesex Assoc. of Realtors and of the National Association
of Realtors (NAR).
Herb brings a warm personality and a “full speed
ahead” attitude with a focus on making his clients’
dreams a reality. His energy and commitment to exceptional passion for real estate is aligned with our
values here at Dan Combs Real Estate.
If you are looking to buy or sell real estate, Herb
would welcome the opportunity to help and is eager to
provide his knowledge and time. Feel free to contact
Herb at the office at 203 265-2356 Ext 15 or on his
cell 203 715-1202 or by email [email protected]
Joan Cretella Marotto as the newest member of
the Real Estate sales team! Joan is a Northford Native
of 53 years and now resides in Branford CT
Joan is a Designated Realtor, GRI, Senior Residential Specialist and Veteran Specialist (CRVS). She is
an Alumnus of Lauralton Hall and graduated from
Southern CT State University. Joan has been an active
Full Time Realtor since 1988.
Joan is a member of the Middlesex Assoc. of Realtors, National Association of Realtors (NAR) and a
member of the Chamber of Commerce.
Joan’s love for Real Estate continues with her desire to advance her knowledge and education. She studied Business Law and Ethics. She specializes in
Buyer Representation, Senior Representation,Veteran housing Specialist, CHFA
and Home Lift Program. Joan’s quarterly achievements include recognition and
awards from the Middlesex Assoc. of Realtors. She has also received the Centurion
Award.
If you are looking to buy or sell Real Estate, Joan would welcome the opportunity to help and is eager to provide her knowledge and time. Feel Free to contact
Joan at the office at 203 265-2356 Ext 11 or on her cell 203 623-4019 or by email
[email protected]
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