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Saturday, December 06, 2003
Icicles on Beech Tree Ridge
Check for Cancellations
Many activities have been cancelled or postponed for today. The Origami Program at the Library has been cancelled. There are two additional dates for the program on Dec. 13 and 20. The program is sponsored by the Arts Center at Killingowrth and runs from 10:30-12:30 p.m. The Chamber of Commerce 'Pictures with Santa' has been cancelled for today. The Library is closed. There are many Holiday Fairs scheduled. It is a good idea to call the facility before venturing out.
Many activities have been cancelled or postponed for today. The Origami Program at the Library has been cancelled. There are two additional dates for the program on Dec. 13 and 20. The program is sponsored by the Arts Center at Killingowrth and runs from 10:30-12:30 p.m. The Chamber of Commerce 'Pictures with Santa' has been cancelled for today. The Library is closed. There are many Holiday Fairs scheduled. It is a good idea to call the facility before venturing out.
Friday, December 05, 2003
Killingworth gets its first real snow of the season.
The National Weather Service predicts 2-4 inches by morning and 7-9 inches before the storm ends Saturday night.
The National Weather Service predicts 2-4 inches by morning and 7-9 inches before the storm ends Saturday night.
Winter Storm Warning
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for the region through Saturday night. The forecast is for 2-4 inches by Saturday morning and 7-9 inches total accumulation. Please be careful on the roads and take the necessary precautions to prepare for power outages.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for the region through Saturday night. The forecast is for 2-4 inches by Saturday morning and 7-9 inches total accumulation. Please be careful on the roads and take the necessary precautions to prepare for power outages.
Are you on the 'Do Not Call List'?
Despite battles in Congress and the courts, the National Do Not Call List is still up and running. The issue got a lot of attention several months ago but with winter upon us, that 6-9 p.m. time slot has most of us indoors and within range of telemarketers. The Connecticut Do Not Call List has recently been combined with the National Registry. If you already signed up through the Connecticut Registry, your name has automatically been added to the National List. According to the government website, the National Do Not Call Registry gives you a choice about whether to receive telemarketing calls at home. Most telemarketers should not call your number once it has been on the registry for three months. If they do, you can file a complaint at www.donotcall.gov. You can register your home or mobile phone for free and your registration will be effective for five years. For more information on who can still call, please consult the CTstate or national site.
Despite battles in Congress and the courts, the National Do Not Call List is still up and running. The issue got a lot of attention several months ago but with winter upon us, that 6-9 p.m. time slot has most of us indoors and within range of telemarketers. The Connecticut Do Not Call List has recently been combined with the National Registry. If you already signed up through the Connecticut Registry, your name has automatically been added to the National List. According to the government website, the National Do Not Call Registry gives you a choice about whether to receive telemarketing calls at home. Most telemarketers should not call your number once it has been on the registry for three months. If they do, you can file a complaint at www.donotcall.gov. You can register your home or mobile phone for free and your registration will be effective for five years. For more information on who can still call, please consult the CTstate or national site.
Middle School Announces Honor Roll
Haddam-Killingworth Middle School announces its 7 and 8 grade honor roll. The Middletown Press has a complete list of high honors and honors for the first marking period of 2003-2004.
Haddam-Killingworth Middle School announces its 7 and 8 grade honor roll. The Middletown Press has a complete list of high honors and honors for the first marking period of 2003-2004.
Thursday, December 04, 2003
Flu Shots Strongly Recommended
The Center for Disease Control says the flu vaccine is the best way to prevent infection with the flu virus and the complications associated with the flu. If you haven't gotten your flu shot yet, you have one last chance for a shoreline clinic. The VNA Services has its final flu and pneumonia vaccine clinic scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 11 at St. Margaret's Church in Madison. The church is located at 24 Academy Street and the clinic runs from 10 to 1 p.m. For seniors 65 and over, bring your Medicare Part B Card or HealthNet Smart Choice card. The VNA has contracted with the following insurance plans to provide their members who are under 65 with vaccination: Anthem Blue Cross and ConnecticCare. For those without insurance coverage, cost for the Flu Vaccine will be $18 and for the Pneumonia Vaccine $28. The VNA requests you bring your insurance card and wear a short sleeved shirt.
The VNA also has blood pressure screenings on Tuesdays from 8:30-11:00 a.m. The local Madison office is located at 560 Durham Road.
For more information or questions please call 203.245-0436
The Center for Disease Control says the flu vaccine is the best way to prevent infection with the flu virus and the complications associated with the flu. If you haven't gotten your flu shot yet, you have one last chance for a shoreline clinic. The VNA Services has its final flu and pneumonia vaccine clinic scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 11 at St. Margaret's Church in Madison. The church is located at 24 Academy Street and the clinic runs from 10 to 1 p.m. For seniors 65 and over, bring your Medicare Part B Card or HealthNet Smart Choice card. The VNA has contracted with the following insurance plans to provide their members who are under 65 with vaccination: Anthem Blue Cross and ConnecticCare. For those without insurance coverage, cost for the Flu Vaccine will be $18 and for the Pneumonia Vaccine $28. The VNA requests you bring your insurance card and wear a short sleeved shirt.
The VNA also has blood pressure screenings on Tuesdays from 8:30-11:00 a.m. The local Madison office is located at 560 Durham Road.
For more information or questions please call 203.245-0436
Origami at the Library!
The Arts Center at Killingworth will be sponsoring an origami mobile at the Killingworth Library on Saturday mornings in December. On December 6, 13 and 20, Arts Center volunteers will be teaching various seasonal origami folds to children and adults.
This ancient art form proved to be immensely popular among all ages at craft tables run by The Arts Center at the Killingworth Town Picnic. The Arts Center is pleased to have the support of the library in offering this program. The Arts Center and the Library hope this will be the beginning of an on-going partnership to bring artistic programs to Killingworth.
Please drop in on Saturday December 6, 13, and 20 anytime between 10:30am and 12:30pm!!
(Donations to defray the cost of materials will be greatly appreciated.)
The Arts Center at Killingworth will be sponsoring an origami mobile at the Killingworth Library on Saturday mornings in December. On December 6, 13 and 20, Arts Center volunteers will be teaching various seasonal origami folds to children and adults.
This ancient art form proved to be immensely popular among all ages at craft tables run by The Arts Center at the Killingworth Town Picnic. The Arts Center is pleased to have the support of the library in offering this program. The Arts Center and the Library hope this will be the beginning of an on-going partnership to bring artistic programs to Killingworth.
Please drop in on Saturday December 6, 13, and 20 anytime between 10:30am and 12:30pm!!
(Donations to defray the cost of materials will be greatly appreciated.)
Tuesday, December 02, 2003
Letters to Santa
Santa has asked the HK Recreation Dept. to forward letters from his friends in Haddam and Killingworth to the North Pole. Letters to Santa may be dropped off in special boxes located at Burr, Haddam and Killingworth Elementary Schools beginning December 1. To receive a letter from Santa, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Letters must be received by December 12.
Santa has asked the HK Recreation Dept. to forward letters from his friends in Haddam and Killingworth to the North Pole. Letters to Santa may be dropped off in special boxes located at Burr, Haddam and Killingworth Elementary Schools beginning December 1. To receive a letter from Santa, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Letters must be received by December 12.
Madison Church for Sale: Killingworth New Home.
The Lutheran Church in Madison is looking to start construction on its new $1.5 million building on a 5-acre site south of Route 80 on Route 81, according to the New Haven Register.The church's current building, is located on 1.7 acres overlooking the Madison Green. It is listed by William Raveis Realtors for $995,000, according to Rev. Volker Heide.
The Lutheran Church in Madison is looking to start construction on its new $1.5 million building on a 5-acre site south of Route 80 on Route 81, according to the New Haven Register.The church's current building, is located on 1.7 acres overlooking the Madison Green. It is listed by William Raveis Realtors for $995,000, according to Rev. Volker Heide.
OBITUARY: Philip Charles Beurer, age 73, of Whitewood Road, died on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at the Middlesex Hospital in Middletown according to the Clinton Recorder. He was a Sergeant in the U.S. Marines during the Korean War conflict. He retired from Metro North Railroad after 44 years.
Lover's Lane Closed for the Winter
The Board of Selectmen have voted to close the water logged area for the winter according to the Clinton Recorder. Lovers Lane runs between east-west Route 148 and north-south Route 81, acting principally as a short cut. The selectmen are looking into several solutions but in the meantime the dangerous area will remain closed.
The Board of Selectmen have voted to close the water logged area for the winter according to the Clinton Recorder. Lovers Lane runs between east-west Route 148 and north-south Route 81, acting principally as a short cut. The selectmen are looking into several solutions but in the meantime the dangerous area will remain closed.
Monday, December 01, 2003
High School Announces Honor Roll
Haddam-Killingworth announces its first quarter honor roll for the 2003-2004 academic year. The complete list is posted in the Middletown Press.
Haddam-Killingworth announces its first quarter honor roll for the 2003-2004 academic year. The complete list is posted in the Middletown Press.
All-Shoreline Soccer Teams Announced
The Clinton Recorder announced the boys and girls All-Shoreline teams last week. The Haddam-Killingworth girls' team made it to the Class S semifinals, its longest stay in the tournament ever. The boys made it to the quarterfinals for the second year in a row. HK was well represented on the All-Shoreline team.
First Team-Boys Soccer
Mike Bobbie, senior sweeper anchored a strong defense, scored one goal. College choice: St. Lawrence University.
Josh Davis, senior stopper scored five goals and had 10 assists
Josh Griffo, senior forward scored 18 goals with nine assists...First Team All-Shoreline selection in 2002...also plays baseball...Second Team All-Shoreline selection in 2002.
Drew Isleib, senior center midfielder scored 12 goals with 14 assists...First Team All-Shoreline selection in 2002...All-State selection in 2002. College choice: Skidmore.
Ryan Murray, junior forward scored 15 goals with 16 assists.
Second Team - Boys Soccer
Ben Brewer, senior center midfielder scored one goal with one assist.
First Team - Girls Soccer
Nichole Sorensen, senior center midfielder scored eight goals with 23 assists...Second Team All-Shoreline selection in 2001 and 2002... Senior Bowl invitee. College choice: Babson College.
Second Team-Girls Soccer
Alicia Bobbie, junior sweeper helped anchor a defense that registered 10 shutouts...First Team All-Shoreline selection in 2002.
The Clinton Recorder announced the boys and girls All-Shoreline teams last week. The Haddam-Killingworth girls' team made it to the Class S semifinals, its longest stay in the tournament ever. The boys made it to the quarterfinals for the second year in a row. HK was well represented on the All-Shoreline team.
First Team-Boys Soccer
Mike Bobbie, senior sweeper anchored a strong defense, scored one goal. College choice: St. Lawrence University.
Josh Davis, senior stopper scored five goals and had 10 assists
Josh Griffo, senior forward scored 18 goals with nine assists...First Team All-Shoreline selection in 2002...also plays baseball...Second Team All-Shoreline selection in 2002.
Drew Isleib, senior center midfielder scored 12 goals with 14 assists...First Team All-Shoreline selection in 2002...All-State selection in 2002. College choice: Skidmore.
Ryan Murray, junior forward scored 15 goals with 16 assists.
Second Team - Boys Soccer
Ben Brewer, senior center midfielder scored one goal with one assist.
First Team - Girls Soccer
Nichole Sorensen, senior center midfielder scored eight goals with 23 assists...Second Team All-Shoreline selection in 2001 and 2002... Senior Bowl invitee. College choice: Babson College.
Second Team-Girls Soccer
Alicia Bobbie, junior sweeper helped anchor a defense that registered 10 shutouts...First Team All-Shoreline selection in 2002.
Sunday, November 30, 2003
Historical Society Produces Dolls as a Tribute to Schoolteacher.
Harriet Warrel, the first woman school teacher hired in 1828 is the subject of the third in a series of Christmas doll ornaments honoring historic Killingworth women and created by quilter Sandy Smith. According to the New Haven Register, a group of referendum poll workers decided to pass the time this year by creating and stuffing the dolls. The dolls will be for sale at the Historical Society's annual fund-raising Christmas Fair. The event takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Black Rock School House at Route 81 and Recycle Way.
Harriet Warrel, the first woman school teacher hired in 1828 is the subject of the third in a series of Christmas doll ornaments honoring historic Killingworth women and created by quilter Sandy Smith. According to the New Haven Register, a group of referendum poll workers decided to pass the time this year by creating and stuffing the dolls. The dolls will be for sale at the Historical Society's annual fund-raising Christmas Fair. The event takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Black Rock School House at Route 81 and Recycle Way.
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