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Saturday, February 21, 2004
Open For Business
The Dunkin Donuts on Route 81 opened for business yesterday. Though still in need of some cosmetic refinements, the coffee is brewing and donuts are plentiful. The official grand-opening will be in a few weeks.
The Dunkin Donuts on Route 81 opened for business yesterday. Though still in need of some cosmetic refinements, the coffee is brewing and donuts are plentiful. The official grand-opening will be in a few weeks.
First Selectman David Denvir comments on the newest player in Yankee pinstripes and the price of doing business in the present and the future. With his eyes on the future, Denvir relates to residents some of his ideas about open debate, land use and the future of Killingworth. Read his complete remarks here.
Friday, February 20, 2004
Board of Education Posts Budget
The Regional School District No. 17 has posted the proposed 2004-2005 budget on its website. The next scheduled meeting on the proposed budget is Thursday, March 4 at 7:00 p.m. in the HK High School lower media center. This is an opportunity for community input.
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The Regional School District No. 17 has posted the proposed 2004-2005 budget on its website. The next scheduled meeting on the proposed budget is Thursday, March 4 at 7:00 p.m. in the HK High School lower media center. This is an opportunity for community input.
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Cougar Basketball Round-Up
The Haddam-Killingworth boys basketball team snuck by Old Lyme last night, 46-45, with Ryan Murray's 17 points and 14 rebounds leading the way. After a disastrous third quarter, where HK was out-scored 18-9, the Cougars recovered in the fourth to pull out the win on a Cory Riordan free throw. Riordan scored 14 points on the night followed by Matt Finlayson with 6. The Cougars now, 15-4 finish up the regular season Monday, Feb. 23 at Westbrook.
The HK girls basketball team did not fare as well against non-conference opponent Sacred Heart, falling 47-43, last night. The Cougars were led by seniors Kelsey Pratt with 14 points and Candice Webber with 11. The 5th-ranked Cougars play the 4th-ranked Thunderbirds of North Branford on Saturday, Feb. 21 to determine who will advance in the Shoreline Conference Championships to play top-seed, Old Lyme on Tuesday, Feb. 24.
The Haddam-Killingworth boys basketball team snuck by Old Lyme last night, 46-45, with Ryan Murray's 17 points and 14 rebounds leading the way. After a disastrous third quarter, where HK was out-scored 18-9, the Cougars recovered in the fourth to pull out the win on a Cory Riordan free throw. Riordan scored 14 points on the night followed by Matt Finlayson with 6. The Cougars now, 15-4 finish up the regular season Monday, Feb. 23 at Westbrook.
The HK girls basketball team did not fare as well against non-conference opponent Sacred Heart, falling 47-43, last night. The Cougars were led by seniors Kelsey Pratt with 14 points and Candice Webber with 11. The 5th-ranked Cougars play the 4th-ranked Thunderbirds of North Branford on Saturday, Feb. 21 to determine who will advance in the Shoreline Conference Championships to play top-seed, Old Lyme on Tuesday, Feb. 24.
Thursday, February 19, 2004
Connecticut Scholar-Athletes Announced
Haddam-Killingworth seniors, Kelsey Pratt and Matt Finlayson have been chosen by the coaching staff to represent the high school as the 2004 CAS-CIAC Scholar- Athletes. The CAS-CIAC Scholar-Athlete Program annually recognizes two high school seniors - one boy and one girl - from each member high school whose academic and athletic careers have been exemplary, whose personal standards and achievements are a model to others, and who possess high levels of integrity, self-discipline and courage. Pratt is a volleyball, basketball and track and field athlete, and earned high honors last quarter. Finlayson is a soccer, basketball and baseball player. The annual banquet will be held in May at Aqua Turf. Last year, Carolyn Murphy and Gabriel Hornung were honored.
According to the CAS-CIAC, since its inception, the Annual Connecticut High School Scholar-Athlete Awards Program and Banquet has honored over four thousand outstanding graduating seniors in Connecticut high schools. It has become the premier annual event in Connecticut's education community, looked forward to by the 178 member high schools of Connecticut as the opportunity to recognize student excellence in academics, athletics and school and community leadership. Last year over 1,650 persons attended the banquet.
Haddam-Killingworth seniors, Kelsey Pratt and Matt Finlayson have been chosen by the coaching staff to represent the high school as the 2004 CAS-CIAC Scholar- Athletes. The CAS-CIAC Scholar-Athlete Program annually recognizes two high school seniors - one boy and one girl - from each member high school whose academic and athletic careers have been exemplary, whose personal standards and achievements are a model to others, and who possess high levels of integrity, self-discipline and courage. Pratt is a volleyball, basketball and track and field athlete, and earned high honors last quarter. Finlayson is a soccer, basketball and baseball player. The annual banquet will be held in May at Aqua Turf. Last year, Carolyn Murphy and Gabriel Hornung were honored.
According to the CAS-CIAC, since its inception, the Annual Connecticut High School Scholar-Athlete Awards Program and Banquet has honored over four thousand outstanding graduating seniors in Connecticut high schools. It has become the premier annual event in Connecticut's education community, looked forward to by the 178 member high schools of Connecticut as the opportunity to recognize student excellence in academics, athletics and school and community leadership. Last year over 1,650 persons attended the banquet.
Wednesday, February 18, 2004
Red Cross Blood Drive
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Killingworth Congregational Church Feb. 23 from 1:00-5:45 p.m. Under new guidelines, volunteer blood donors will be required to provide identification before donating at a blood donation center or blood drive. If a prospective donor is unable to provide appropriate identification, he or she will not be allowed to donate. To schedule an appointment to donate Call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or e-mail the Red Cross at CTAppointment@usa.redcross.org. A Red Cross representative will contact you via return e-mail to confirm your appointment.
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Killingworth Congregational Church Feb. 23 from 1:00-5:45 p.m. Under new guidelines, volunteer blood donors will be required to provide identification before donating at a blood donation center or blood drive. If a prospective donor is unable to provide appropriate identification, he or she will not be allowed to donate. To schedule an appointment to donate Call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or e-mail the Red Cross at CTAppointment@usa.redcross.org. A Red Cross representative will contact you via return e-mail to confirm your appointment.
Republican Leaders Gather For Lincoln Dinner
Area Republican leaders gathered at the Gelston House in East Haddam on Feb. 7, for their annual Lincoln Dinner. According to the Clinton Recorder, Killingworth First Selectman David Denvir sang "America the Beautiful" to start the evening that was highlighted by remarks by 2nd District U. S. Congressman Rob Simmons. Denvir was joined by Selectman Charles Morgan and his wife, Sue, who serves on the Planning and Zoning Commission; John McMahon, former Chairman of the Republican Town Committee and now Chairman of the Board of Finance, and his wife, Nancy; Debby Butler, Republican Town Committee Secretary and her husband, Michael; Republican Town Committee members Patrick Baker and his wife, Kelly; Planning and Zoning Commission member David Hale and former Killingworth First Selectman W. David LeVasseur, now Undersecretary of the Intergovernmental Policy Division for the state Office of Policy and Management, his wife, Ann and his daughter, Catherine.
Area Republican leaders gathered at the Gelston House in East Haddam on Feb. 7, for their annual Lincoln Dinner. According to the Clinton Recorder, Killingworth First Selectman David Denvir sang "America the Beautiful" to start the evening that was highlighted by remarks by 2nd District U. S. Congressman Rob Simmons. Denvir was joined by Selectman Charles Morgan and his wife, Sue, who serves on the Planning and Zoning Commission; John McMahon, former Chairman of the Republican Town Committee and now Chairman of the Board of Finance, and his wife, Nancy; Debby Butler, Republican Town Committee Secretary and her husband, Michael; Republican Town Committee members Patrick Baker and his wife, Kelly; Planning and Zoning Commission member David Hale and former Killingworth First Selectman W. David LeVasseur, now Undersecretary of the Intergovernmental Policy Division for the state Office of Policy and Management, his wife, Ann and his daughter, Catherine.
HK Over Westbrook in Senior Night Win
The Haddam- Killingworth girl's basketball team gave its seniors, Kelsey Pratt and Candice Webber, a grand farewell last night by defeating Westbrook, 51-35. The Cougars were led by Kristen Hetsko who scored 19 points, including 4 "nothing but net" threes. Candice Webber also played well and scored 15 in her HK finale. The night was opened by senior night tributes and the much anticipated singing of the National Anthem by Coach Tom Capello. The Cougars are now 9-10 overall and 7-9 in the conference. They are up again Thursday, Feb 19 at Sacred Heart.
The Haddam- Killingworth girl's basketball team gave its seniors, Kelsey Pratt and Candice Webber, a grand farewell last night by defeating Westbrook, 51-35. The Cougars were led by Kristen Hetsko who scored 19 points, including 4 "nothing but net" threes. Candice Webber also played well and scored 15 in her HK finale. The night was opened by senior night tributes and the much anticipated singing of the National Anthem by Coach Tom Capello. The Cougars are now 9-10 overall and 7-9 in the conference. They are up again Thursday, Feb 19 at Sacred Heart.
Tuesday, February 17, 2004
Board of Finance Reverses Decision on Farmhouse Heat
After hearing from the Board of Selectmen and the Historical Society, the Killingworth Board of Finance decided to reverse its previous decision and approve the cost of heating the Bosco property farmhouse according to the Clinton Recorder. First Selectman David Denvir spoke on behalf of the Board of Selectmen and chastised the BOF for making a town policy decision that should be the purview of the Board of Selectmen. Denvir said that accepting the offer of the Historical Society to fund the heating project is up to the Board of Selectmen.
After hearing from the Board of Selectmen and the Historical Society, the Killingworth Board of Finance decided to reverse its previous decision and approve the cost of heating the Bosco property farmhouse according to the Clinton Recorder. First Selectman David Denvir spoke on behalf of the Board of Selectmen and chastised the BOF for making a town policy decision that should be the purview of the Board of Selectmen. Denvir said that accepting the offer of the Historical Society to fund the heating project is up to the Board of Selectmen.
Dunkin Donuts to Open This Week
The Dunkin Donuts on Route 81 is set to open its doors this week according to the Clinton Recorder. The grand opening, set for a Saturday in March, will include a day-long celebration with balloons, clowns and give-a-ways. Frank D'Andrea Jr., President of Dandonut, said they plan to send out flyers to 10,000 homes to announce the grand opening of their tenth area outlet.
The Dunkin Donuts on Route 81 is set to open its doors this week according to the Clinton Recorder. The grand opening, set for a Saturday in March, will include a day-long celebration with balloons, clowns and give-a-ways. Frank D'Andrea Jr., President of Dandonut, said they plan to send out flyers to 10,000 homes to announce the grand opening of their tenth area outlet.
Little Mermaid Performance Thursday
The Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department is sponsoring "The Little Mermaid" Feb. 19 at 1:00 p.m at the H-K High School auditorium. The fee is $5 for adults, $4 for children (12 years and under), payable at the door. The show is presented and produced by the Newington Children's Theater, a traveling group of young people committed to the goal of presenting quality children's theatre. For information, call 345-8334.
The Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department is sponsoring "The Little Mermaid" Feb. 19 at 1:00 p.m at the H-K High School auditorium. The fee is $5 for adults, $4 for children (12 years and under), payable at the door. The show is presented and produced by the Newington Children's Theater, a traveling group of young people committed to the goal of presenting quality children's theatre. For information, call 345-8334.
Murray Lifts Cougars Over Valley
Coming off a disappointing performance against Coginchaug Saturday night, the Haddam-Killingworth boys basketball team got back on track with a, 79-78, victory over Valley Regional, Monday. Ryan Murray scored an outstanding 41 points and grabbed 19 rebounds to keep the Cougars atop the Western Division of the Shoreline Conference. With the return of senior co-captain Cory Riordan to the court following knee surgery, HK looks to use all its weapons to end the regular season on a winning note. Also contributing to the win was senior co-captain Matt Finlayson with 13 points and Riordan with 8 points. The Cougars are now 13-4 overall and 11-4 in conference play. HK is up next on Thursday, Feb. 19 at Old Lyme.
Coming off a disappointing performance against Coginchaug Saturday night, the Haddam-Killingworth boys basketball team got back on track with a, 79-78, victory over Valley Regional, Monday. Ryan Murray scored an outstanding 41 points and grabbed 19 rebounds to keep the Cougars atop the Western Division of the Shoreline Conference. With the return of senior co-captain Cory Riordan to the court following knee surgery, HK looks to use all its weapons to end the regular season on a winning note. Also contributing to the win was senior co-captain Matt Finlayson with 13 points and Riordan with 8 points. The Cougars are now 13-4 overall and 11-4 in conference play. HK is up next on Thursday, Feb. 19 at Old Lyme.Monday, February 16, 2004
Cougars fall to Coginchaug
The Haddam-Killingworth boys basketball team was defeated by Coginchaug, 72-71, in Durham Saturday night. The last second bucket by Brett Zanardi was not enough to overcome the Coginchaug lead taken seconds earlier from the free throw line. The Cougars trailed by 5 at the half and could not make up the deficit in the high-scoring game. Matt Finlayson led HK with 27 points followed by Zanardi with 21 including 6 three-point baskets. Coginchaug was led by Dave DeSantis with 28 points including the game winning free throw. HK is now 13-4 on the year and play again tonight at Valley Regional.
The Haddam-Killingworth boys basketball team was defeated by Coginchaug, 72-71, in Durham Saturday night. The last second bucket by Brett Zanardi was not enough to overcome the Coginchaug lead taken seconds earlier from the free throw line. The Cougars trailed by 5 at the half and could not make up the deficit in the high-scoring game. Matt Finlayson led HK with 27 points followed by Zanardi with 21 including 6 three-point baskets. Coginchaug was led by Dave DeSantis with 28 points including the game winning free throw. HK is now 13-4 on the year and play again tonight at Valley Regional.Resident Pleads Guilty to Credit Card Fraud
The New Haven Register reported today, that Kevin Bentley, 40, of 53 Route 80 plead guilty Friday to billing $7,000 to a credit card he fraudulently secured in his father's name. In July 2000, Bentley used his father's name, social security number and employment information to open a Citibank credit card account. Bentley's father said he did not authorize the card and did not receive it. Bentley is scheduled for sentencing May 3. He faces up to 10 years of supervised release and a maximum fine of $250,000.
The New Haven Register reported today, that Kevin Bentley, 40, of 53 Route 80 plead guilty Friday to billing $7,000 to a credit card he fraudulently secured in his father's name. In July 2000, Bentley used his father's name, social security number and employment information to open a Citibank credit card account. Bentley's father said he did not authorize the card and did not receive it. Bentley is scheduled for sentencing May 3. He faces up to 10 years of supervised release and a maximum fine of $250,000.
Sunday, February 15, 2004
Inkheart
by Cornelia Funke
ISBN: 0439531640
This inviting tale about magical books, and the magic of reading books, will draw you in and spark your imagination. Although written for readers aged 9-12, the story is captivating for children and adults alike. It involves a world where characters become so real that they literally jump out of the pages of their stories and enter the life of the reader.
Young Meggie lives with her father, Mo, in an old house that is filled with books. Meggie loves to read, and opens a book at every opportunity. She describes her books as her home, and as her best friends with their familiar voices. Mo is Mortimer Folchart, Book Doctor, who repairs old, tired, and sometimes valuable books by giving them a new binding --or, as Mo describes it, "dressing them in new clothes".
Everything in the quiet life of Meggie and Mo changes in one night when a strange and mysterious character named Dustfinger arrives at their house. By the next morning Mo is frantically urging Meggie to pack her favorite books for a sudden escape to her Aunt Elinor's house. Now Mo and Meggie's adventures unfold, and they find the boundaries between fiction and reality increasingly difficult to distinguish. This second novel by the author of The Thief Lord will surprise and delight you.
Susan Miller is the Associate Director of the Arnold Bernhard Library at Quinnipiac University. She holds a Bachelor and Master of Music from Ohio State University and a M.S. in Library Science from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Contact Susan at covertocover@killingworthtoday.com
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