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Saturday, January 10, 2004
KYL Baseball and Softball Registration Today
The Killingworth Youth League is holding registration for the 2004 baseball/softball season today from 10:00 A.M.-12 Noon. If you miss out today, the next registration is Jan. 30 from 4:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M. in the lobby of KES. The league is for boys and girls age 6-16. The registration fee is $60 per player or $90 per family plus a candy selling obligation. There will be a $10 late fee if registration fee is not received by March 1, 2004 and the player will be placed on a waiting list.
The Killingworth Youth League is holding registration for the 2004 baseball/softball season today from 10:00 A.M.-12 Noon. If you miss out today, the next registration is Jan. 30 from 4:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M. in the lobby of KES. The league is for boys and girls age 6-16. The registration fee is $60 per player or $90 per family plus a candy selling obligation. There will be a $10 late fee if registration fee is not received by March 1, 2004 and the player will be placed on a waiting list.
Board of Selectmen Meeting Time Changed
Monday's Board of Selectmen's meeting has been changed to 10:00 A.M. This is the first meeting of the New Year. The agenda is posted.
Monday's Board of Selectmen's meeting has been changed to 10:00 A.M. This is the first meeting of the New Year. The agenda is posted.
2003-2004 Constituent Survey
State Representative Brian O'Connor recently sent out a survey asking residents for their opinion on priority spending, revenue issues, cell phone use, health care, and property tax. The following is the letter accompanying the survey.
Dear Friends,
The past legislative session was the most difficult we have encountered in recent years. A decrease in revenue created significant budget deficits, even with spending severely limited or cut in many areas. While it appears that the economy is beginning to improve slightly, the prospect for this coming legislative session will continue to require more difficult decisions in order to keep the budget balanced and provide the quality of life our citizens deserve.
I will continue to work hard and focus on the issues you have shared with me over the past five years, but I need your help to do my job well. Please take a few minutes to complete this brief survey. Your responses will help me make informed decisions on tough issues ahead.
It has been my honor to represent the 35th district for the last three years, and I will continue to do my best for you. Please feel free to call, write or email me about these or any other issues.
Very truly yours,
Brian O'Connor
State Representative Brian O'Connor recently sent out a survey asking residents for their opinion on priority spending, revenue issues, cell phone use, health care, and property tax. The following is the letter accompanying the survey.
Dear Friends,
The past legislative session was the most difficult we have encountered in recent years. A decrease in revenue created significant budget deficits, even with spending severely limited or cut in many areas. While it appears that the economy is beginning to improve slightly, the prospect for this coming legislative session will continue to require more difficult decisions in order to keep the budget balanced and provide the quality of life our citizens deserve.
I will continue to work hard and focus on the issues you have shared with me over the past five years, but I need your help to do my job well. Please take a few minutes to complete this brief survey. Your responses will help me make informed decisions on tough issues ahead.
It has been my honor to represent the 35th district for the last three years, and I will continue to do my best for you. Please feel free to call, write or email me about these or any other issues.
Very truly yours,
Brian O'Connor
Friday, January 09, 2004
Cougars Pull Out Double-Overtime Win
Tyler Riordan came off the bench tonight to sink the game-winning shot at the buzzer to give the Haddam-Killingworth boys basketball team a, 70-69, victory over Old Saybrook. The enthusiastic HK crowd could barely contain itself when, tied at 68-68, Old Saybrook went one up on the front end of a 1-1 foul. But, the missed second shot was retrieved by the Cougars. With one second left on the clock, senior captain Cory Riordan, under heavy defensive pressure, made the pass to younger brother Tyler, who put up a gentle jump shot to win the game. HK had three starters foul out during the two overtime periods so it was up to the bench, and stars Cory Riordan and Matt Finlayson, to seal the victory. 
The elated crowd stormed the court as the final jumper hit and celebrated with the undefeated Cougars. Cory Riordan was high scorer tonight with 20 points followed by Finlayson with 17, including 3, three-pointers, and Ryan Murray who chipped in 14 points. But part of the glory has to go to Connor Wells, whose foul shot, tied the game to put the team into double overtime. The Cougars remain perfect for the season at 6-0. Old Saybrook was led by Cassius Chaney with 23 points and Mike Hunnewell with 17.
In junior varsity action, Tyler Riordan was high scorer with 17 points, but the Cougars came away with their first defeat of the season, losing 57-61. Perry Pratt also played well for HK scoring 10 points. Eric Pellot was high scorer for the JV Rams with 18 points.
Images from the Varsity Game
Tyler Riordan came off the bench tonight to sink the game-winning shot at the buzzer to give the Haddam-Killingworth boys basketball team a, 70-69, victory over Old Saybrook. The enthusiastic HK crowd could barely contain itself when, tied at 68-68, Old Saybrook went one up on the front end of a 1-1 foul. But, the missed second shot was retrieved by the Cougars. With one second left on the clock, senior captain Cory Riordan, under heavy defensive pressure, made the pass to younger brother Tyler, who put up a gentle jump shot to win the game. HK had three starters foul out during the two overtime periods so it was up to the bench, and stars Cory Riordan and Matt Finlayson, to seal the victory. The elated crowd stormed the court as the final jumper hit and celebrated with the undefeated Cougars. Cory Riordan was high scorer tonight with 20 points followed by Finlayson with 17, including 3, three-pointers, and Ryan Murray who chipped in 14 points. But part of the glory has to go to Connor Wells, whose foul shot, tied the game to put the team into double overtime. The Cougars remain perfect for the season at 6-0. Old Saybrook was led by Cassius Chaney with 23 points and Mike Hunnewell with 17.
In junior varsity action, Tyler Riordan was high scorer with 17 points, but the Cougars came away with their first defeat of the season, losing 57-61. Perry Pratt also played well for HK scoring 10 points. Eric Pellot was high scorer for the JV Rams with 18 points.
Images from the Varsity Game
Boys Basketball in Action Versus Old Saybrook Tonight
The Haddam-Killlingworth boys basketball team led by senior captains Cory Riordan and Matt Finlayson faces off against Old Saybrook tonight at the HK Fieldhouse. The Cougars are undefeated this season at 5-0. The junior varsity game starts at 5:50 P.M. with the varsity to follow at 7:00 P.M.
The Haddam-Killlingworth boys basketball team led by senior captains Cory Riordan and Matt Finlayson faces off against Old Saybrook tonight at the HK Fieldhouse. The Cougars are undefeated this season at 5-0. The junior varsity game starts at 5:50 P.M. with the varsity to follow at 7:00 P.M.Thursday, January 08, 2004
Girls Basketball Wins Again
The Haddam-Killingworth girls basketball team defeated Old Saybrook, 50-31, tonight at the HK fieldhouse. It took a few years for the team to learn the system, according to Coach Tom Cappello, but the team is now reaping the rewards. Cappello says his team is executing well and calls the girl's "spacing" amazing. He credited tonight's win to guard Ashley Smith's relentless defense on Old Saybrook's Brandy Bishop, who Cappello calls one of the best shooters on the shoreline. Kristen Hetsko led the Cougars tonight with 16 points including 4 three-point baskets, followed by Kelsey Pratt and Jenna Webber, each with 12 points. The Cougars were also perfect from the foul line hitting 16-16 free throws. Bishop was the high scorer for Old Saybrook with 18 points. The Cougars are now 4-5 and on a three-game win streak.
In junior varsity action, the HK team defeated the Old Saybrook JV, 37-26. Megan Murray was the team's high scorer followed by Danielle Vitale with 8 points.
Images from the Varsity Game
The Haddam-Killingworth girls basketball team defeated Old Saybrook, 50-31, tonight at the HK fieldhouse. It took a few years for the team to learn the system, according to Coach Tom Cappello, but the team is now reaping the rewards. Cappello says his team is executing well and calls the girl's "spacing" amazing. He credited tonight's win to guard Ashley Smith's relentless defense on Old Saybrook's Brandy Bishop, who Cappello calls one of the best shooters on the shoreline. Kristen Hetsko led the Cougars tonight with 16 points including 4 three-point baskets, followed by Kelsey Pratt and Jenna Webber, each with 12 points. The Cougars were also perfect from the foul line hitting 16-16 free throws. Bishop was the high scorer for Old Saybrook with 18 points. The Cougars are now 4-5 and on a three-game win streak.
In junior varsity action, the HK team defeated the Old Saybrook JV, 37-26. Megan Murray was the team's high scorer followed by Danielle Vitale with 8 points.
Images from the Varsity Game
Basketball 'Hotshot Contest' Set For Sunday
The 11th Annual CRPA Hotshot Contest is scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 11 at the HK fieldhouse. The program is co-sponsored by HK Recreation and the Connecticut Recreation and Parks Association and is designed to promote basketball enthusiasm, basketball skill, fun, physical fitness, friendship and good sportsmanship. The program is for boys and girls age 9-15 and is free if you register by Jan. 8. On-site registration is $10. Times for each age group: 12:00 - 1:00 pm (Boys 9-10 & Girls 9-10); 1:15 - 2:15 pm (Boys 11-12, 13-15 & Girls 11-12, 13-15) The top scorer in each division will advance to the County level and have a chance to go all the way to the state finals which will be held as an exhibition shoot-off during half-time of a Central Connecticut Blue Devil's Men's Basketball Game. For more information call 345-8334.
The 11th Annual CRPA Hotshot Contest is scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 11 at the HK fieldhouse. The program is co-sponsored by HK Recreation and the Connecticut Recreation and Parks Association and is designed to promote basketball enthusiasm, basketball skill, fun, physical fitness, friendship and good sportsmanship. The program is for boys and girls age 9-15 and is free if you register by Jan. 8. On-site registration is $10. Times for each age group: 12:00 - 1:00 pm (Boys 9-10 & Girls 9-10); 1:15 - 2:15 pm (Boys 11-12, 13-15 & Girls 11-12, 13-15) The top scorer in each division will advance to the County level and have a chance to go all the way to the state finals which will be held as an exhibition shoot-off during half-time of a Central Connecticut Blue Devil's Men's Basketball Game. For more information call 345-8334.
Girls Basketball Takes on Old Saybrook Tonight
The Haddam-Killingworth girls basketball team looks to keep its winning streak alive tonight when it welcomes the Old Saybrook Rams to the HK gym. The junior varsity game starts at 5:30 P.M. with the varsity to follow at 7:00 P.M. The Cougars are 3-5 for the season and coming off two big wins over Wilcox Tech and Valley Regional.
The Haddam-Killingworth girls basketball team looks to keep its winning streak alive tonight when it welcomes the Old Saybrook Rams to the HK gym. The junior varsity game starts at 5:30 P.M. with the varsity to follow at 7:00 P.M. The Cougars are 3-5 for the season and coming off two big wins over Wilcox Tech and Valley Regional.
Wednesday, January 07, 2004
HKTV Telethon Raises Record Donations For Hometown Heros
The 14th Annual HKTV Telethon raised over $13,000 for the Connecticut National Guard Family Program. Donations will go to support the families of the 1700 Connecticut military deployed overseas. CNG Director of Communications Major John Whitford said he appreciated the outstanding support and hard work of the HK students. He had a chance to meet some of the students at a holiday party in early December, and was impressed with the way the selection process was handled. Whitford said the funds will be directed towards the CNG Foundation established by Major General William A. Cugno, Adjutant General of Connecticut. The foundation aims to ease the financial hardship on CNG families by bridging the gap between civilian and military salaries.
The telethon is organized by HK Video Communications Director, Chuck Lewis, but the 100+ students involved make many of the decisions throughout the process, including determining which organization gets the funds. The Connecticut National Guard Program was one of several finalists that made a presentation to the faculty and students. Lewis said that each year around September, students begin work on the production and start hearing proposals from organizations that hope to be the beneficiary of the telethon. Last year, the broadcast raised funds for the Ronald McDonald House in New Haven and in 2001, for the Make A Wish Foundation.
The process of putting on the telethon involves several departments in the high school. Lewis said that in addition to the video communications class, a business and marketing class raised funds, wrote press releases and publicized the event to the community and an art production class made posters. The 8 hosts of the program, "dressed to impress", were from both the high school and middle school this year. The two middle school girls, chosen to host, auditioned in front of their peers and middle school faculty to earn the coveted positions.
The telethon aired live Dec. 23 and was rebroadcast through Jan. 5 on Comcast Public Access Ch. 18. HKTV is the base for all programs on the educational access channel. Lewis said that the station regularly broadcasts to 12 area towns and has an estimated audience of 60,000 viewers.
The 14th Annual HKTV Telethon raised over $13,000 for the Connecticut National Guard Family Program. Donations will go to support the families of the 1700 Connecticut military deployed overseas. CNG Director of Communications Major John Whitford said he appreciated the outstanding support and hard work of the HK students. He had a chance to meet some of the students at a holiday party in early December, and was impressed with the way the selection process was handled. Whitford said the funds will be directed towards the CNG Foundation established by Major General William A. Cugno, Adjutant General of Connecticut. The foundation aims to ease the financial hardship on CNG families by bridging the gap between civilian and military salaries.
The telethon is organized by HK Video Communications Director, Chuck Lewis, but the 100+ students involved make many of the decisions throughout the process, including determining which organization gets the funds. The Connecticut National Guard Program was one of several finalists that made a presentation to the faculty and students. Lewis said that each year around September, students begin work on the production and start hearing proposals from organizations that hope to be the beneficiary of the telethon. Last year, the broadcast raised funds for the Ronald McDonald House in New Haven and in 2001, for the Make A Wish Foundation.
The process of putting on the telethon involves several departments in the high school. Lewis said that in addition to the video communications class, a business and marketing class raised funds, wrote press releases and publicized the event to the community and an art production class made posters. The 8 hosts of the program, "dressed to impress", were from both the high school and middle school this year. The two middle school girls, chosen to host, auditioned in front of their peers and middle school faculty to earn the coveted positions.
The telethon aired live Dec. 23 and was rebroadcast through Jan. 5 on Comcast Public Access Ch. 18. HKTV is the base for all programs on the educational access channel. Lewis said that the station regularly broadcasts to 12 area towns and has an estimated audience of 60,000 viewers.
High Resolution Photos From Mars
NASA released a mosaic of photos taken by the Mars Exploration Rover, Spirit, yesterday. The color images in the mosaic are the highest-resolution pictures ever sent from Mars, more than three times as detailed as images from Mars Pathfinder in 1997. Spirit's panoramic camera took 12 contiguous frames that the camera team combined into the mosaic according the a NASA press release.
"This is the day we've been waiting for," said Dr. Jim Bell of Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y., leader of the panoramic camera team. The scene in the photo shows the edge of Spirit's lander platform up to the sky. Spirit's landing area is within Gusev Crater. The other area of interest right now for the NASA team is an area nicknamed "Sleepy Hollow" because of the scientist's lack of sleep. It is a surface depression that measures about 30 feet in diameter and scientists theorize that this is either an impact crater or a product of wind erosion. Spirit's twin rover, Opportunity, lands on Jan. 24. The MER website shows the 3-D images of the surface released Sunday as well as the full color panoramic views released Monday.
NASA released a mosaic of photos taken by the Mars Exploration Rover, Spirit, yesterday. The color images in the mosaic are the highest-resolution pictures ever sent from Mars, more than three times as detailed as images from Mars Pathfinder in 1997. Spirit's panoramic camera took 12 contiguous frames that the camera team combined into the mosaic according the a NASA press release.
"This is the day we've been waiting for," said Dr. Jim Bell of Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y., leader of the panoramic camera team. The scene in the photo shows the edge of Spirit's lander platform up to the sky. Spirit's landing area is within Gusev Crater. The other area of interest right now for the NASA team is an area nicknamed "Sleepy Hollow" because of the scientist's lack of sleep. It is a surface depression that measures about 30 feet in diameter and scientists theorize that this is either an impact crater or a product of wind erosion. Spirit's twin rover, Opportunity, lands on Jan. 24. The MER website shows the 3-D images of the surface released Sunday as well as the full color panoramic views released Monday.
Boys Basketball Remains Unbeaten With Win Over Morgan
The Haddam-Killingworth Cougars defeated the Morgan Huskies, 60-54, last night in Clinton. Cory Riordan had another outstanding performance scoring 25 points in the win. Ryan Murray chipped in 15 points and Matt Finlayson scored 11 to put the HK team at 5-0 for the year. Travis Budkus was high scorer for Morgan with 27 points. The Cougars are in action again on Friday, Jan. 9 at home against Old Saybrook. Game times are 5:30P.M. JV and 7:00 P.M. varsity.
The Haddam-Killingworth Cougars defeated the Morgan Huskies, 60-54, last night in Clinton. Cory Riordan had another outstanding performance scoring 25 points in the win. Ryan Murray chipped in 15 points and Matt Finlayson scored 11 to put the HK team at 5-0 for the year. Travis Budkus was high scorer for Morgan with 27 points. The Cougars are in action again on Friday, Jan. 9 at home against Old Saybrook. Game times are 5:30P.M. JV and 7:00 P.M. varsity.
Tuesday, January 06, 2004
Boys Swimming Takes on Plainville
The Haddam-Killingworth boys swim team competes against Plainville today at 4:00 P.M. at the HK Pool.
The Haddam-Killingworth boys swim team competes against Plainville today at 4:00 P.M. at the HK Pool.
Undefeated Boys Basketball at Morgan Tonight
The Haddam Killingworth boys basketball team takes on conference opponent, Morgan, in Clinton tonight at 7:30 P.M. The Cougars are led in scoring by senior captains, Cory Riordan who is averaging 21.5 ppg and Matt Finlayson who is averaging 16.8 ppg. The Cougars are undefeated so far this season at 4-0, Morgan is 2-4.
The Haddam Killingworth boys basketball team takes on conference opponent, Morgan, in Clinton tonight at 7:30 P.M. The Cougars are led in scoring by senior captains, Cory Riordan who is averaging 21.5 ppg and Matt Finlayson who is averaging 16.8 ppg. The Cougars are undefeated so far this season at 4-0, Morgan is 2-4.
Girls Basketball Defeats Wilcox Tech
The Haddam-Killingworth girls basketball team defeated non-conference opponent Wilcox Tech, 53-25, last night at the HK gym. Kristen Hetsko was the game's high-scorer with 18 points including 4 three-point baskets. Jenna Webber also contributed to the win with 13 points followed by Kelsey Pratt with 7 points and Lauren McKinnon with 6 points. The Cougars are now 3-5 on the season and look to continue their winning streak Thursday, Jan. 8 at home against Old Saybrook. Game notes and comments available in the Middletown Press article.
The Haddam-Killingworth girls basketball team defeated non-conference opponent Wilcox Tech, 53-25, last night at the HK gym. Kristen Hetsko was the game's high-scorer with 18 points including 4 three-point baskets. Jenna Webber also contributed to the win with 13 points followed by Kelsey Pratt with 7 points and Lauren McKinnon with 6 points. The Cougars are now 3-5 on the season and look to continue their winning streak Thursday, Jan. 8 at home against Old Saybrook. Game notes and comments available in the Middletown Press article.
Monday, January 05, 2004
Girls Basketball in Action Tonight
The Haddam-Killingworth Girls Basketball team takes on Wilcox Tech tonight at the HK Gym. The Junior Varsity game begins at 5:30 with the varsity to follow at 7:00 P.M.
The Haddam-Killingworth Girls Basketball team takes on Wilcox Tech tonight at the HK Gym. The Junior Varsity game begins at 5:30 with the varsity to follow at 7:00 P.M.
Library Announces Winter Children's Programs
The Killingworth Library announced that registration for its Terrific Twos and Winter Storytime started as of Jan. 2. Terrific Twos is a Thursday morning program in January from 10:00-10:30 A.M. for children 24-36 months. Winter Storytime is a program for 3 and 4 year-olds on Thursdays, 10:00-10:30 A.M, in February. Space is limited so for more information and to sign-up please contact Gayle at 663-2000.
The Killingworth Library announced that registration for its Terrific Twos and Winter Storytime started as of Jan. 2. Terrific Twos is a Thursday morning program in January from 10:00-10:30 A.M. for children 24-36 months. Winter Storytime is a program for 3 and 4 year-olds on Thursdays, 10:00-10:30 A.M, in February. Space is limited so for more information and to sign-up please contact Gayle at 663-2000.
Alpaca Farmer Thriving in Killingworth
Melissa Ferrara left her job as a social worker to start her business, New England Alpacas, on her small Killingworth farm. She and her family now raise, show and sell alpacas as a full-time business and recently opened the farm to visitors for the holidays, according to the Middletown Press.
Melissa Ferrara left her job as a social worker to start her business, New England Alpacas, on her small Killingworth farm. She and her family now raise, show and sell alpacas as a full-time business and recently opened the farm to visitors for the holidays, according to the Middletown Press.
Sunday, January 04, 2004
NASA's Mars Excursion Rover Lands on Martian Surface
The New Year brings NASA new success with the landing of the first of two rovers on Mars. The rover 'Spirit' landed Saturday and immediately began transmitting images. Its twin 'Opportunity' will land on the other side of the planet. According to NASA Administrator Sean O'Keefe, "the rovers will soon begin their mission to search the rocks of Mars for signs that water may have been present for long periods of time. Signs that may tell us whether Mars could have been hospitable to life in the past." NASA has set up several excellent websites for those interested in following the rover missions and finding out more about the Red Planet.
Mars Exploration Rover Mission: Includes great sections for kids and students.
NASA M2K2: A Flash feature about roaming the red planet. This is an excellent visual experience that requires Flash 6 capabilities.
Detailed Information on Mars
This is one of the first images beamed back to Earth after the MER Spirit landed on Mars.
2003 was a difficult year for NASA. The loss of the Columbia Shuttle and crew as well as two pilots involved in debris recovery in East Texas left the NASA family in a deep sorrow according to NASA administrators. According to O'Keefe, NASA is energetically approaching return to Shuttle flight operations, completion of the International Space Station and scientific exploration in a safe, milestone driven manner. NASA continues to strive to understand and protect the Earth; explore the universe; search for life; and inspire the next generation of explorers, as only NASA can.
The New Year brings NASA new success with the landing of the first of two rovers on Mars. The rover 'Spirit' landed Saturday and immediately began transmitting images. Its twin 'Opportunity' will land on the other side of the planet. According to NASA Administrator Sean O'Keefe, "the rovers will soon begin their mission to search the rocks of Mars for signs that water may have been present for long periods of time. Signs that may tell us whether Mars could have been hospitable to life in the past." NASA has set up several excellent websites for those interested in following the rover missions and finding out more about the Red Planet.
Mars Exploration Rover Mission: Includes great sections for kids and students.
NASA M2K2: A Flash feature about roaming the red planet. This is an excellent visual experience that requires Flash 6 capabilities.
Detailed Information on Mars
This is one of the first images beamed back to Earth after the MER Spirit landed on Mars.
2003 was a difficult year for NASA. The loss of the Columbia Shuttle and crew as well as two pilots involved in debris recovery in East Texas left the NASA family in a deep sorrow according to NASA administrators. According to O'Keefe, NASA is energetically approaching return to Shuttle flight operations, completion of the International Space Station and scientific exploration in a safe, milestone driven manner. NASA continues to strive to understand and protect the Earth; explore the universe; search for life; and inspire the next generation of explorers, as only NASA can.
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